Man Of Steel Answers Insight Commentary

Lex wasn't just manic and unhinged, but a calculating criminal mastermind.  Understanding and walking through Lex's motives and machinations. But first, two critical approaches: fault-finding vs. seeking. Superman's status quo in-story and Superman cinematic strategy.  Then was BvS joyless?  A quick joke list. Answers, insights, and commentary on: Michelangelo's Pietà - critical approach Tuna fish, sashimi, tuna melt, nigiri, California roll - expectations and taste Superman is honored and loved before BvS - status quo How does BvS position Superman for JL? What Lex knew and when How Lex knows their secret identities How metahumans change Lex's plan Why Lex doesn't just kill Superman What was Lex trying to accomplish in Africa Why Lex isn't worried about being traced Why the evidence was suppressed Superman didn't kill the General rescuing Lois Why ask for an import license if smuggling it How Senator Finch pushes Lex's buttons How Bruce is "blind as a bat" in the light Lex intended for Bruce