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Critics examine Superman's narrative choices, with specific attention to character development and tonal consistency. Emphasizing that the film attempts to introduce a complex universe with numerous secondary characters, they lament how this overextension hampers the story's emotional core. The film’s handling of Superman’s personality—rendered almost naive or impulsive—struggles to resonate, leading to a lack of iconic superhero moments. Instead, memorable scenes are mainly mundane or unintentionally humorous, like the fight with giant robots or Superman’s encounter with his parents, which lack the gravitas expected from a seasoned hero.