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El Hombre de Acero

Name: El Hombre de Acero
Genre: Aventura, Acción, Ciencia ficción
Released: 2013-06-12
Duration: 143 min
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Russell Crowe, Michael Shannon, Kevin Costner

20137143 min

AventuraAcciónCiencia ficción

Estreno

12 jun 2013

Países

United Kingdom, United States of America

Producciones

DC EntertainmentSyncopyPeters EntertainmentWarner Bros. Pictures

Un joven aprende que tiene poderes extraordinarios y no es de este planeta. Como hombre joven, viaja para descubrir de dónde viene y qué se le ha enviado a hacer aquí. Pero el héroe en él debe surgir si quiere salvar al mundo de la aniquilación y convertirse en el símbolo de esperanza para toda la humanidad.

About

Quick guide

Man of Steel follows a boy discovering his alien heritage and the burden of his extraordinary powers.

Born on a doomed planet, the boy is rescued and raised on Earth. As he grows, his latent abilities surface, attracting the attention of both allies and adversaries. With his powers fully awakened, he faces a dangerous mission to protect humanity from a threat that seeks to exploit his origins. Along the way he grapples with identity, responsibility, and the meaning of hope for a planet that could either become his shield or his downfall. After a routine training session reveals his extraordinary abilities, Clark’s presence attracts the attention of Earth’s authorities and a looming Kryptonian menace. He learns of a lost ship and a plot to weaponize alien technology. With his powers fully unleashed, Clark is forced to decide whether to shield his adopted planet from the threat or embrace his destiny as its defender in a race against time that will test his convictions and humanity.

What to know

Runtime: 143 minutes
Release date: 2013
Rating: PG‑13
Director: Zack Snyder
Stars: Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon
Visual style: high‑contrast, saturated, action‑heavy
Themes: responsibility, identity, sacrifice
Target audience: mature teens and adults

Watch if

If you enjoy high‑stakes action, moral questions about power, and a visually striking reinterpretation of a classic hero, Man of Steel offers a bold, emotionally grounded film.

Skip if

If you prefer lighter, family‑friendly superhero stories or you’re sensitive to intense violence and dark themes, this film may not be to your taste.

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Premise

Man of Steel opens with a young boy rescued from a dying planet and raised among humans. As he discovers his super‑human gifts, he must decide whether to protect his new home or honor the legacy left behind. The story follows his evolution into a symbol of hope and the responsibility that comes with god‑like power.

Main Characters

The film centers on Clark Kent, a young Kryptonian raised on Earth, who gradually embraces his powers. He is guided by the wisdom of his adoptive mother Martha and the love of Lois Lane, while confronting the menacing General Zod, a former ally who seeks to use Kryptonian strength for domination.

Plot Overview

After a routine training session reveals his extraordinary abilities, Clark’s presence attracts the attention of Earth’s authorities and a looming Kryptonian menace. He learns of a lost ship and a plot to weaponize alien technology. With his powers fully unleashed, Clark is forced to decide whether to shield his adopted planet from the threat or embrace his destiny as its defender in a race against time that will test his convictions and humanity.

Themes & Tone

Man of Steel blends superhero action with existential questions about identity and responsibility. The film’s darker aesthetic emphasizes the weight of a godlike existence, while exploring political tensions between governments and extraterrestrials. Themes of sacrifice, hope, and the burden of protecting humanity recur throughout, framing the hero’s struggle as both personal and universal in a visually striking, emotionally charged narrative.

Visual & Musical Style

The film showcases Snyder’s signature high‑contrast, saturated visuals, with sweeping panoramic shots of Metropolis and dramatic explosions. Hans Zimmer’s score amplifies the epic scale, blending orchestral motifs with modern percussion to underscore Clark’s internal conflict and the looming threat. The result is a kinetic, immersive experience that elevates the traditional superhero spectacle for every scene.

Reception & Legacy

Critics praised the film for its bold reimagining of a familiar legend, though some noted uneven pacing. Commercially, it broke box‑office records, sparking a new era for DC’s cinematic universe. Its visual flair and emotional core influenced subsequent superhero movies and left a lasting imprint on fans and filmmakers alike in the global film market.

Continuity & Future

Man of Steel serves as the foundation for the DC Extended Universe, setting the tone for future heroes and villains. It introduces key characters like Lois Lane and establishes the planet‑sized stakes that will recur in sequels. The film’s narrative choices also paved the way for later films such as ‘Batman v Superman’ and ‘Justice League.’

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