Superman steals the show
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British actor Henry Cavill is the first non-American actor to play the part of Superman.
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Directed by renowned filmmaker Zack Snyder, Man of Steel is a reimagining of the classic and iconic superhero, Superman. The film will be released in both 3-D and IMAX versions.
After being transported to Earth from the dying planet of Krypton, the young Clark Kent (Henry Cavill) is adopted by Jonathan (Kevin Costner) and Martha Kent (Diane Lane). Despite having loving parents, Clark feels alienated because of his unique super powers.
Clark eventually grows up to become a journalist, meeting his girlfriend Lois Lane (Amy Adams) while working for the Daily Planet newspaper.
Clark finds that the hero in him must emerge when the world is attacked. He transforms into Superman in order to save the world from annihilation and becomes a symbol of hope for all mankind.
Catch the spectacular action and adventure when Man of Steel hits local cinemas on June 13.
Vocabulary
- surfeit (n): an amount of something that is too large
iconic (adj): acting as a sign or symbol of something
alienate (v): to make somebody feel that that do not belong in a particular group
annihilation (n): complete destruction
