Superman Returns is approaching, and I’m thrilled! Yes, I’ve even loved all the trailers. Bryan Singer knows how to bring more to a Super-Hero movie than just explosions and “Wham-PoW” action sequences… he actually brings a story along with him.
My Co-host on the Audio Edition, Doug Nagy, has been pretty hesitant (and sometimes down right dismissive) about the new Superman flick because it looks like it might focus too much on Lois and Superman’s relationship. I’ve never been worried about that. That is until now!
Vikas was kind enough to send me this information… that has me worried. Here’s what Vikas sent me:
I was listening to the podcast on my way to work reading the London Metro (www.metro.co.uk) and saw this article. Had to share this with you.
“Director Bryan Singer…said:”This is a movie about what happens when old boyfriends come back into your life. I call it my first chick flick….Even if you’re the strongest man in the world, if the woman you loave has found someone else who she’s nearly married to and who’s not a bad guy, what is your place in that woman’s life?”
“Screenwriter Michael Dougherty said a big reason behind the romantic plot was the success of TV shows like The New Adventures of Superman and Smallville.”
Oh my sweet goodness… this could be bad. Superman a CHICK FLICK!?!?! Ok, now I’m all for having real story, and even the Lois and Superman relationship explored a little in the film… but for Singer to outright call it a “Chick Flick” now officially has me worried… a lot.
Let’s not rush to too many assumptions just yet though. Bryan Singer (The Usual Suspects, Apt Pupil, X-Men 1 and 2) has EARNED the benefit of the doubt. I choose to trust him until opening day. But even I have to admit my confidence has been shaken a little.
Your thoughts?
