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The story of Superman sacrificing his powers for the woman he loves (Lois Lane) will be used in many superhero stories to come. It has rightfully earned its place in film history. The superhero battle of General Zod and his lieutenants verses Superman is bar none one of the best super fights, even though it is not as fast paced as the action sequences that we see in film today.

While the end of the story has some bizarre displays of powers, Superman using his chest emblem to incapacitate an opponent and erasing Lois Lane’s knowledge of Superman’s identity with a “super kiss,” there are many parts of this film that have been used in superhero sequels even today. I always enjoy the scene in the diner where Clark Kent actually takes vengeance on the bully. The comedic beat that follows is priceless.

Christopher Reeve plays the dual identities of Kal-El so well that it has not been matched in any of the other movies of this storied franchise.

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Superman II seemed to have two main plots: General Zod and his goal to rule all and the relationship between Clark and Lois. This film had a lighter tone to it than its predecessor, especially in the scenes between Lois and Clark. It was clear that Superman II was its own movie and not a reskinned Superman, and I like that. However, there were many odd components to this sequel that raised questions that were never answered.

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