The Canon Podcast | ‘Superman: The Movie’ (1978)

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Another week. Another essential movie. The Canon: An Essential Movies Watchlist is back with more movie magic. This week, we’re talking Superman.

Happy listening, screenagers!


Episode 91: Superman (1978)

You’ll believe a podcast can fly! SAW favorite Jacob Holmes is back again. Join us on a trip to Krypton, Smallville, and Metropolis. We’re discussing Superman ’78 as the watershed moment for big screen comic book filmmaking and why Christopher Reeve is the definitive version of the character. Plus, Raf shares his love for Zack Snyder’s Batman V Superman.

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We’ll be back next week with another essential movie. Until then, let us know your thoughts on Superman in the comments below!