This isn't really a rumor since it's been confirmed but, Henry Cavill IS the new SUPERMAN!

Thoughts?  Yay or Nay?

I've never heard of him but, physically speaking, he definitely fits my romantic idea of what I think Superman should look like.

Perhaps someone could post a picture -- I would but don't know how.

Can't really say I agree with you. At 6 1 he's just a little too short to play Superman. He's like a second choice. I think I could do a better job myself

I'll vote yay. Seems like a good choice.

But isn't there already a thread for this somewhere?

Pictures posted as requested Mr Fox

Don't know much about this guy as I don't watch 'The Tudors'. Brandon Routh was a great choice in the last film but was hampered in that the film failed to ignite at all. Let's hope this new film doesn't fail to hit the heights as Louis Leterrier's Hulk, which failed to improve on Ang Lee's and surely killed off that character for a while.

Quoted from Eoin Pictures posted as requested Mr Fox

Much appreciated, thank you  

As a small child I remember being profoundly upset when I learned that Superman didn't need his cape to fly.

I never got over that -- But I sure did get over him.  I don't really care who they cast because we all know it won't be the last person cast for the role.  There will be another reboot in 5 years or so; just give it some time.

Superman is one of those roles any halfway-decent actor can play. I never liked the character much, to be honest, and the role is not exclusive to one actor either.

To be honest, no one is a "de-facto" Superman like Robert Englund is the "de-facto" Freddy Krueger and Brad Douriff is the "de-facto" Chucky, so I couldn't care less who plays him. Most of the time, whether a character is likeable in a film or not depends more on the screenwriter and director than it does with the actor, at least with established characters like Clark Kent.

That's why I've never cared who portrays characters like Superman, Batman, etc. Another actor always comes in and replaces the previous one almost immediately, so people never get attached to one portrayal of their character. I was surprised when Christian Bale returned for The Dark Knight.

--Julio

I was looking forward to Man Of Steel, the follow up to Superman Returns which I personally thought was pretty damn good, and although I'm dissapointed this will be another reboot, I am intrigued by what this is going to turn into.

Also interested in how WB expect this to turn over the multi millions they seem to demand and expect when they might well get a lot less, but time will tell.

I don't rate Snyder at all but I shall keep little faith until I see the final product.

I've always loved Superman movies - the first three ( and yes, I include 2 & 3) were what made me love movies in general. I can still watch them now and enjoy the heck outta them.  

Personally, I also liked Superman Returns. I thought it was a massive homage to the original movie but also tried to move in other areas. In a time of "let's just remake the fricking thing" it was nice that Singer tried a bit of both. It clearly didn't work for the masses but I get a massive kick out of it.

Superman Returns was good, but not great.  Although I thought Brandon Routh was fine in the role.  The story was just decent and I really thought they should have gone with a different villain other than Lex Luthor.  Gene Hackman owned that role and it was kind of played out by the time Spacey got to it.

Just saw an interesting article on Yahoo as to why so many of these superhero roles are going to Brits and Aussies.  Basically said there simply weren't too many American actors with the combination of physical size and acting chops to pull off roles like Batman, Thor, etc.  

Quoted from Ryan1 Superman Returns was good

Did anyone else think that superman peering into Lois Lane's house ( WITH X-RAY VISION)  to watch her private life was a bit creepy?

I liked it as well, but that scene was fucked up. I've never been a fan of superman. He's too indestructible. It just doesn't make for good obstacles to overcome unless kryptonite is involved... and it always is.

James

I know a lot of fans were in uproar about that scene but I liked it - I thought it showed Supe's human side, which is what I've always liked about the character.
I found that his innocence, in particular in the first film, and his attempts to fit in amongst society aswell as do the right thing with all his power were great conflicts and obstacles.

I'd like to see a different adversary other than just Lex, and sure, a big battle is overdue and would be pretty cool to see. I'm quite sure that's what the Returns follow up would have delivered anyway.

Few rumours speculate about Ursa being involved which may naturally include Zod. I'm sure this will also annoy other fans as they've been used before but that was thirty years ago. I won't personally have a problem with it.

I'm looking forward to seeing how this develops.

I think Superman should figh this *real* ultimate nemesis once and for all -- Doomsday!

--Julio

Quoted from ReaperCreeper I think Superman should figh this *real* ultimate nemesis once and for all -- Doomsday!

Or Darkseid... I know it's happening in Smallville, but it'll just be a diluted Darkseid.


Phil

The first glimpse at the new Superman movie “Man of Steel” by Zack Snyder with Chris Nolan on as producer. Not much to see really but it looks darker than previous versions with “Russell Crowe’s” Jor-El voice over and a strong music score. Looks promising…

There’s also another trailer but with Kevin Costner doing the voice over as Pa Kent.