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Man of Steel (2013) is a superhero film directed by Zack Snyder that reboots the Superman series. The film stars Henry Cavill as Clark Kent/Kal-El, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Michael Shannon as General Zod, and Russell Crowe as Jor-El, Superman’s biological father.

The story begins with the destruction of Krypton, when Jor-El sends his young son to Earth to escape the dying planet. The baby travels to Smallville, Kansas, where he is adopted by Jonathan and Martha Kent (Kevin Costner and Diane Lane). As Clark grows up, he struggles with his extraordinary abilities and his identity. Clark learns the truth about his origins and finally embraces his role as a hero. When General Zod arrives on Earth to reclaim his Kryptonian heritage, the existence of humanity is threatened. Zod demands Superman surrender, and a decisive battle begins that demonstrates Superman’s powers and his deep connection to Earth.

The film explores themes of identity, sacrifice, and the moral dilemmas that heroes must face. Superman’s journey is one of self-discovery as he reconciles his alien heritage with his human upbringing. The visual effects, especially during the action sequences, were groundbreaking for their time.

Man of Steel received mixed reviews but was praised for its performances and visual style. It laid the foundation for the DC Extended Universe, setting the stage for future films and introducing a darker, more nuanced version of the iconic superhero.