Superman '78: The Metal Curtain #4

One of the most impressive things about Robert Venditti's Superman '78 stories is how much they actually feel like movies in pacing and tone. Read Full Review

This was a quick issue that will probably feel more significant in the context of subsequent chapters of another very solid entry in the Superman movie comic book series. Read Full Review

I have very much enjoyed the Superman '78 titles mostly for the character interactions. Here, this issue very much had the feeling of the action sequence in a possible movie. Read Full Review

Superman 78: The Metal Curtain #4 is a good edition to this series that leaves you wanting more. Although it seems strange how Superman doesnt seem as effected by kryptonite as in previous issues, this comic does a good job of reestablishing the rivalry between Lex and Superman in the Reeve universe. It may also involve the two begrudgingly teaming up next issue, or will they be mortal enemies once more? This issue also leaves it open-ended about Metallos fate, but since theres 2 more issues left in this miniseries, its doubtful weve seen the last of him. Read Full Review

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Feb 24, 2024

This is the best issue yet. It has a real patriotic Superman feel to it. One that shows why it's important he fight for the American way. Back in those days it would be what you'd expect in a Superman story. Him fighting a Soviet agent who hates America right in front of the White House with the security of the nation at stake. All the while Superman shows he bears no malice toward Metallo or his nation. All what you'd expect from Superman in those days. It shows that even when he fights for the American way he has no hate for another nation, which today's too easily offended claim and some even convince themselves is what the term "the American way" represents. Enough about the cold war and old world issues though. The issue was well mad e and Lex's intervening made a great twist. And we all know he only did it to get something for himself. Looking forward to the meeting in #5 and to see how Metallo plans to make his ultimate move. This story has only improved as it's been told, and that's an extreme rarity in this day and age. more

BatSledge

Feb 09, 2024

Strong issue that moves the cinematic story forward in exciting ways, including a much-welcome return of Gene Hackman’s Lex Luthor! The art by Guidry continues to improve and impress with his actor likenesses. I’m excited for the final two chapters.

Simon DelMonte

Aug 07, 2024

Way way too quick a read. It's about 12 pages of story, not the first time Vendetti has done this. And the fight kind of just stopped. But the Gene Hackman Luthor is always welcome, and "nobody wins wars" is the most Superman thing Superman has ever said.