10 Ways Henry Cavill Is The Most ComicsAccurate Superman

10 Ways Henry Cavill Is The Most Comics-Accurate Superman

Henry Cavill’s portrayal of the iconic superhero represents more of his comic history than any other iteration of the character on the big screen.

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No single version of Superman represents the totality of the character’s many iterations, but under the writing of David Goyer, Chris Terrio, and Zack Snyder, Henry Cavill’s portrayal of the world’s most iconic superhero in the DCEU is a mishmash of different versions of the character from throughout his varied, eight-decade history, representing his many sides.

These connections shared between Henry Cavill’s take and the source material add up, arguably making Cavill’s the big screen depiction of Superman that most resembles his comic book counterparts and most reverently represents what it means to be the Man of Steel. From nods to his earliest days in the role Clark Kent plays to his making the world a better place to the way he fights various enemies, Cavill’s Superman covers the bases.

10 Superman’s Costume Is Iconic

A problem faced by movie costume designers since the dawn of the superhero genre on the big screen is the way traditional superhero spandex is depicted in comics. Real tights don’t conform to human anatomy with the precision that they do in comics illustrations. Costume designer Michael Wilkinson found a way around this issue for Man of Steel, Cavill’s first outing as Superman.

By making the material of Superman’s suit slightly transparent and using a black muscle suit underneath with chrome highlights for the abs, biceps, etc., the result creates the illusion of fabric confirming accurately to the character’s musculature. This effect was amplified in proceeding DCEu films. Never before had a live-action Superman looked so dauntingly accurate in his physique.

9 Superman Wields Unparalleled Power

The comics show Kryptonians as beings capable of incredible speed and power, tearing through concrete like cardboard. Often, clashes between Superman and beings of similar power leave untold destruction in their wake. Fans had long wanted to see this kind of spectacle depicted in live-action, and many criticised Superman Returns (2006) for lacking it.

Zack Snyder’s three Superman-centred films depict a level of Kryptonian action not seen anywhere else outside of the comics, with the only exception perhaps being animated material. Clark’s fight with Faora and Nam’Ek in Smallville or his final confrontation with General Zod are arguably the best sequences ever crafted believably showcasing the character’s abilities to their fullest.

8 Superman Reckons With Childhood Angst

Young Clark always struggled with feelings of alienation. In Mark Waid’s Superman: Birthright (2003), these feelings led him to become friends with a young Lex Luthor, whom he could relate to at the time. The CW’s Smallville (2001-2011) demonstrated this angst beautifully in its 10-year journey following high-school-student Clark Kent as he matured into Superman.

As a child, Snyderverse Clark Kent was bullied for being different and unusual. Gifted with amazing powers, he had to learn great restraint to keep his otherworldly secret under wraps. One of the most emotional moments in Man of Steel references Superman: Secret Origin (2009), in which young Clark comes to grips with learning the truth of his origins with help from his adoptive father.

7 Superman Is More Human Than Kryptonian

The Silver Age of Superman’s history was widely considered to have ended around 1986 following the Crisis on Infinite Earths event. Later that year, John Byrne rebooted Superman with some adjustments in The Man of Steel #1, including Supes being less patriotic about his Kryptonian roots. The character was tied down to humanity and even Earth itself in profound new ways.

Zack Snyder embraces the humanity of Superman like no other film has, from how deeply comfortable he is living a normal human lifestyle outside the blue costume, to his symbolic connection to the Earth, to his denying Krypton a chance at rebirth just to keep humanity safe. What started as a quest to discover his roots became a firm declaration in Batman v Superman: “This is my world.”

6 Superman Makes The World A Better Place

Superman does not just save lives. He makes the world a better place with his example. Comics like All-Star Superman especially expressed this sentiment best with words echoed in Man of Steel that Superman would give the people of Earth an ideal to strive towards. On film, other than an awkward plot in Superman IV (1987), only the Snyderverse version delivers humanity the light to show the way.

After Superman sacrificed his life in BvS, there was no turmoil like in Justice League. His selfless act silenced the growing prejudice in the world and martyred him, making the world better. Batman was so inspired that he swore to be a better man, promising to defend the Earth in Superman’s stead, assembling the Justice League.

5 Superman Is Always Learning And Growing

Often forgotten about Superman are the lessons he learned in his earlier years. Especially following Byrne’s revamp, Clark faced many challenges that taught him valuable lessons shaping him into the ultimate superhero, from learning the value of a gentle hand over violence to gaining a new regard for living things after killing an alternate General Zod.

In the DCEU films, killing Zod also became the catalyst for a new respect for life. Superman’s operatic conflict with Batman taught him the value of conversation over force. Thanks to allies like Lois Lane, he develops an unwavering conviction that everyone can be a force for good. Snyder even confirmed that his plan would involved Superman transitioning from the black suit back to blue, culminating in the ultimate Superman.

4 Clark Kent Is A Champion of the Oppressed

When Jerry Seigel and Joe Shuster first debuted Superman in Action Comics #1 (1938), Clark Kent was not just a mild-mannered disguise. The original take on the Daily Planet journalist showed him as devoted to using the power of the press to help those who could not help themselves. In a time of upheaval and fear, Clark Kent’s fight for truth and justice made him heroic in his own right.

In Batman v Superman, Clark learns of Batman’s “one-man reign of terror” over the citizens of Gotham City. Appalled at the cruel brutality of extra-judicial violations of civil liberties, he sets out to investigate and raise awareness. Then, much like in the comics, the end of Clark’s abilities marks the beginning of Superman’s, using his solar powers to right the wrongs that a pen cannot.

3 Superman Deals With Political Complexity

Many of Superman’s stories have a deeply political side. He’s defended civil rights protesters from oppressive police action, had run-ins with dictatorships around the globe, and even renounced his American citizenship in Action Comics #900. Similarly, Batman v Superman exposes Superman to the political realities of the world.

“On this Earth, every act is a political act,” says Andrew Sullivan during a BvS scene inspired by Alex Ross’ Superman: Peace on Earth (1998). Indeed, Zack Snyder doesn’t shy away from political themes in his version of the character. The movie reckons with angry protesters resembling hate groups, commentary on media and interventionism, and the immigrant metaphor that’s central to Superman’s origin story.

2 Superman Sometimes Displays Frightening Anger

One of the most iconic depictions of Superman is also the most terrifying, i.e., when the Man of Tomorrow shows his scary side. Often indicated by glowing red eyes, even in the most heartfelt and campy of stories like All-Star Superman (2005), the character has occasionally shown that his legendary restraint has limits.

Ever the mother’s boy, nothing ignites Cavill Superman’s rage like knowing his mother is in danger, and the first punch he ever threw was in a wild defense of her. His eyes flare red when he learned Lex Luthor had kidnapped her, and he strikes a menacing visage when his patience wears thin fighting Batman. Henry Cavill flawlessly captures Superman’s rarely seen but powerful rage.

1 The Kents Keep Superman Grounded

An essential cornerstone of Superman’s background is its wholesomeness, especially in the value placed on the two good farmers who raised Kal-El as their son. Jonathan and Martha Kent have often been there in the comics to guide and support Clark in his time of need. Even when Doomsday killed him, his grieving parents are there to remind readers of his humanity.

Henry Cavill’s Clark Kent is deeply connected to his parents. Martha Kent is a consistent presence throughout the three films, often providing motivational support for Clark when he feels down. In an encounter on a mountaintop, Clark confided in the ambiguous ghost of Jonathan Kent, connecting with his adoptive father to find faith in humanity again. Even in death, the Kents are always with Superman.

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