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James Gunn's take on Superman is a fresh start and a very interesting look at a beloved comic character. Gunn makes Superman a lot more human, a lot more vulnerable. There are many very uncomfortable moments where you're like: "Holy cow he actually might die?!?" Oh, and Gunn makes you want to reach through the screen and strangle Lex Luthor. Nicholas Hoult brings a slimy, cold and calculating, utter and complete psychopath to the screen with his portrayal of Luthor. The tension will make you sweat, and grip the edge of your seat. But then Krypto the super dog flies in and steals every scene he's in, and helps bring you back from the precipice. We loved this movie!

Wow. Just wow. So many parallels to my own life, falling in love and marrying someone outside my own culture, outside my own race, and the uncomfortable, funny, awkward, and sometimes painful situations that arise when trying to combine two beings that are so different. Trying to bring together two families that are vastly different. Racism, sexism, family duty, tension, honor, loss, pride, tradition, and love are all themes this amazing work of art from Pixar tackles. This film is just gorgeous, well acted, heartfelt, funny, touching, and just awesome.

When it came out, this film was not marketed well, buried under whatever summer and holiday dreck and mindless sequels the other major studios barfed out on us. But sometimes, if you look and listen carefully, sift through the noise and detritus, you will occasionally find a precious gem like 'Elemental.' Give it a chance. It is truly an amazing work of art.

Are you expecting the film adaptation of the Bhagavad-Gita? A James Cameron masterpiece? No. You are here because of Shradda's sultry moves and Tiger Shroff's exquisite form. You are here because you wanted to be entertained by beautiful bodies performing exquisite dance moves and martial arts, with a hint of romantic conflict and angst. This film succeeds because of our deep desire for art and good old fashioned escapist fantasy. Do not over-analyze. Enjoy yourself. Enjoy the spectacle! This movie delights in its cheesiness, comedy, drama, and utterly incredible martial arts action scenes. A very enjoyable watch.