![]() Commentary by Richard Donner and Tom Mankiewicz.Introduction by Director Richard Donner.Theatrical Cut – On Disc Special Features: Spot Gloss on Title Treatment and Superman logo (reverse) Spot Gloss on Title Treatment and Superman (front) Superman II: Theatrical Cut & Donner Cut (Steelbook 2) Taking Flight: The Development of Superman.Commentary by Director Richard Donner and Creative Consultant Tom Mankiewicz.The five steelbooks in the collection include: The two foes clash in an explosive extravaganza that sees Superman save the Statue ofLiberty, plug the volcanic eruption of Mount Etna and rebuild the demolished Great Wall of China. To make the world safe for nuclear arms merchants, Lex Luthor (Gene Hackman) creates a new being to challenge the Man of Steel: the radiation-charged Nuclear Man (Mark Pillow). Relive Superman III with all its heart, heroism and high-flying humor.Ĭhristopher Reeve not only dons the title hero’s cape for the fourth time but also helped develop the movie’s provocative theme: nuclear disarmament. And when the Man of Steel becomes his own worst enemy after exposure to Kryptonite, Reeve pulls off both roles with dazzling skill. Christopher Reeve reprises his signature role, deepening his character’s human side as Clark Kent sees Lana Lang (Annette O’Toole) at a Smallville High class reunion. For him a keyboard is a weapon – and, as a result, Superman faces the microelectronic menace of his life. Meet Gus Gorman (Richard Pryor), a naive computer-programming natural. Gene Hackman also returns as Lex Luthor in this sequel that features a top supporting cast, witty Richard Lester direction, and visuals that astound and delight. Unwittingly released from Phantom Zone imprisonment, three superpowered Planet Krypton criminals (Terence Stamp, Sarah Douglas and Jack O’Halloran) plan to enslave Earth – just when Superman (Christopher Reeve) decides to show a more romantic side to Lois Lane (Margot Kidder). With so many changes, large and small, including a different beginning and resolution, this version is an eye-opening alternate experience. Lois Lane plots more schemes to unmask Clark Kent as Superman. Jor-El (Marlon Brando in footage cut from the theatrical version) appears in key scenes that amplify Superman lore and deepen the relationship between father and son. In 2006, Donner’s original unique vision was released for the first time. It’s better.ĭirector Richard Donner began shooting Superman II while concurrently filming Superman: The Movie, though the theatrical version of the film was ultimately directed by Richard Lester. Watching Superman isn’t just like being a kid again. Reeve, Marlon Brando (Jor-El), Gene Hackman (Lex Luthor) and Margot Kidder (Lois Lane) give performances that fuel the film’s aura of legend. is set to release a 10 disc Superman I-IV – 4K Ultra HD Steelbook Collection collecting together all five theatrical cuts of the Christopher Reeve Superman films (including both versions of “Superman II”).Īt the heart of this Academy Award®-winning*, fan-favorite box-office smash (and for three sequels) is Christopher Reeve’s intelligent, affectionate portrayal of a most human Man of Steel.
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