I was aware that Nolan had not much to do with the actual script, but the tone and universe were crafted by him. His fingerprints can be seen in the darkness all over that flick. While I think that that could be interesting, Superman has to serve as a beacon in that world, not be dragged down into it. However, that is a discussion when we get to it. We still have two more of these suckers to get through.

I think it’s important to note that Christopher Nolan had comparatively little to do with the script of Man of Steel. From what I’ve read, Nolan only provided a rough outline and then David Goyer came in and shat all over it with his tin-eared dialogue and inability to write proper characters (see Blade 3…or don’t; I wouldn’t blame you).

I usually just listen to these commentaries like a podcast. Setting up the movie and keeping it synced is just too much hassle for me. That, and I don’t always own the movie on DVD.

Great episode, I forgot how much of the Lester cut bored the shit out of me… But I am one of those who listens to the podcast sans movie but I remember the scenes in question lol