directed by: Richard Donner, year: 1978
actors: Christopher Reeve, Marlon Brando, Gene Hackman, Margot Kidder

Superman (1978) directed by Richard Donner is a landmark superhero origin film that follows Krypton-born Kal-El landing on Earth as Clark Kent. Raised by the Kents, he discovers his powers and chooses to use them for good, protecting Metropolis from Lex Luthor's schemes. The movie blends mythic scale with groundbreaking visual effects by ILM, and a soaring John Williams score, anchored by Christopher Reeve’s iconic portrayal of the hero.

Comic Book, Superhero Film, Action/Adventure, Origin Story, Comic Book Adaptation