Why Superman Can Kill: In Defense Of 'Man Of Steel
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We are just one week away from the worldwide debut of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and online buzz has reached a fever pitch. As we wait to see how the new superhero battle royale plays out, there has been much discussion about the film’s predecessor, Man of Steel. []
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Why Superman Can Kill: In Defense Of 'Man Of Steel
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Why Superman Can Kill: In Defense Of 'Man Of Steel
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