Superman (1948)
Directed by Thomas Carr / Spencer Gordon Bennet
Genres - Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Crime |
Sub-Genres - Superhero Film |
Release Date - Jan 5, 1948 (USA - Unknown), Jul 15, 1948 (USA) |
Run Time - 244 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis by Sandra Brennan
This adventure is the first live-action Superman serial and was one of the most successful multi-chapter films ever made. Superman is played by B-movie hero Kirk Alyn. The story centers upon the hero and the nefarious Spider Lady, who is trying to rule the Earth. If she cannot have complete control, she plans on shrinking it with her powerful reducer ray. Much of the episodes center upon Superman's relationship with Lois Lane and upon his ability to fly.
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courage, criminal, earth, flying, good-vs-evil, lady, plans, ray [beam], Superhero
