The Last Son of Krypton will take flight again. Back in 1978, a hero in a blue suit and red cape captivated millions of viewers around the world. Better yet: he didn’t need great visual effects or a shared universe to win over the audience. The charisma of his protagonist and a charming story were enough to move more than one. Do you want to relive the phenomenon on the big screen? Here everything about him rerun of Superman – The Movie in theaters in Mexico.
From Krypton, a planet unknown to the human race, the newborn Kal-El is sent into space by his parents due to the imminent destruction of the place where they live. The ship lands on Earth and the boy is adopted by some farmers who instill in him the best human values. Over the years, the young man will go to Metropolis. There he will hide under the identity of Clark Kent and will face threats that will force him to show the potential of his powers.
Until 1978, comic book adaptations for the big screen were almost a fantasy. Therefore, the arrival of The Man of Steel marked a before and after in the industry. The $55 million dollar budget of his converted to Superman – The Movie in the most expensive production to date. Many doubted the success of the tape, mainly because of the audience’s reaction to the exploits of a hero with such strength. But once it was released, everything changed.
Critics and audiences agreed in their acclaim for the work of Richard Donner. The film’s collection rose to $300 million dollars (it was the second highest grossing of its year), and it was followed by three Oscar nominations: Best Editing, Best Original Score and Best Sound. She was also awarded a special prize for her visual effects, an area in which she has established herself as a pioneer and influence of many other tapes. Not to mention the main cast. Christopher Reeve (Superman), Marlon Brando (Jor-El), Gene Hackman (Lex Luthor) and Margot Kidder (Lois Lane) enjoyed tremendous success after being part of the project.
When will the rerun be? Superman – The Movie in Mexico?
On the morning of this April 19, Cinépolis confirmed through its social networks the return of the acclaimed film. Be from April 27 to May 3 when various complexes in various states of the country project the film in their theaters. In accordance with the functions published so far, it can only be seen in a subtitled version. It has not been disclosed if the chain will offer commemorative or collectible tickets referring to this classic.
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— Cinepolis (@Cinepolis) April 19, 2023
Click here to check schedules, screening venues, and buy your tickets. Will you relive this iconic film on the big screen? If you have never seen it, will you give it a chance to enjoy it for the first time?
Juan Jose Cruz I am one of those who always defended Robert Pattinson as Batman and can see the same movie in the theater up to 7 times. My guilty pleasure? Low budget horror movie.