For the record; I've never been a big fan of Superman. He just isn't my style of crime fighter. I've seen the 1978 film, the 2006 film, and I've read a handful of the comics over the years. The two films I have seen were fine. Not being emotionally invested in the character, I didn't have strong feelings one way or another.

That said, I was somewhat looking forward to this new take. I was skeptical about the new look and darker direction, but again, no strong feelings either way.

I never got around to seeing this new one in the theaters and judging by this thread and conversations with co-workers, I haven't missed much. Dark works for Batman (my hero) because he's dark. Dark seems risky for Superman because he isn't.

I'll give it a look when it's on cable.