This is the first instalment in the DC Universe (DCU) and the first project in Chapter One "Dawn of Justice."
Set two years after Superman’s public emergence, the film explores Kal-El's growing role as Earth’s protector. When survivors from Krypton led by General Zod and Faora arrive on Earth with plans to terraform the planet into a new Krypton, Superman must confront his origins and choose where his allegiance truly lies. Director(s): Christopher Nolan Story Writer(s): Jonathan Nolan and Christopher Nolan Screenwriter(s): Christopher Nolan and David S. Goyer Executive Producer(s): Christopher Nolan, Charles Roven and Aleksandar Whistler Cinematography: Wally Pfister Edited by: Lee Smith Music by: Hans Zimmer Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures, Legendary Pictures, DC Entertainment, Syncopy Inc. and Atlas Entertainment Budget: $180 Million Character Cameo(s): Lex Luthor
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