*Superman* (some general observations, no real spoilers)

The first half was more fun than I was expecting, though overall I cannot call it a good movie.

The core message is that AI, drones, biotech, and nanotech will elevate the power of private companies and individuals over states, and this is likely to prove unstable on an ongoing basis.  Whether or not you agree, I found that a consistent and also important theme to pursue.

One should not conclude that Superman is obviously one of the good guys, no matter how noble his intent.  I found that interesting too.  The filmmakers hint at the logic of growth models, and Garett Jones.

Unlike what some commentators have suggested, I did not view the movie as intending much explicit commentary about either immigration or Israel vs. Hamas.  Still, you can spot a few references to each.

The main flaws of the film are a) stupidity, b) excess reliance on multiple climactic yet never compelling supposedly climactic battle scenes, c) lame portrayals of villains, and d) lack of interest in being truly cinematic.

I can report that I did not walk out, but it does not come close to the dramatic impact of the original Christopher Reeve installment.