It has been a while since i read the book. I haven't posted my thoughts yet.
I loved it. Its probably the second best Superman story from this decade. I liked the first issue. But i was a bit annoyed by the emphasis on the kids. I thought these kids are good. But i have come to see Superman. Later on, all of this came together in a very satisfying way. This is the story which i have been searching for a while. I love the Golden Age stories. I love the Silver Age stories. But where was the missing story which connects the two?
I love the first arc from Morrison's Action run. That story is almost perfect. This story managed to do one thing better. I absolutely love it when Superman jumps into space to fight Braniac. That scene connects the Superman who flys to the Superman who jumps. Arguably, this story made it even better. Key to unlocking his potential was in accepting himself for who he is . That's reminiscent to scenes like 'Let it Go' from Frozen, 'What's up danger' from Into the Spiderverse or even 'No Man's Land' from Wonder Woman.
From now on it shall be a written edict in DC, that any writer coming up with Superman's origin for the next reboot/remake/retelling should read Morrison's origin as well as Superman Smashes the Klan. You can read more if you want. But ideas like this, especially Smashes the Klan shouldn't be wasted if you want the origin to feel more universal. Something like Superman's regret of being unable to save Pa Kent in the first movie. Pretty much everyone appreciates that. This story feels so simple and obvious that i am wondering how nobody thought of that before?
I am curious if this sort of story can work if its set in the present day. If they plan to reboot Superman in films, this is a very solid choice to be the basis of a movie. Superman has a wonderful character arc. If the action seems a bit less maybe a combination with 'World Against Superman' by Morrison would do the trick. If this was made the basis of the first film you can have a great foundation to make a trilogy of Superman films if you want. First one based on this. Second one from 'Superman and the Legion of Superheroes'. And third one from 'The United Planets' saga. I think a lot more about Superman films then i ought to.
Loved the story. It has something important to say too. Characters were nice. Even characters like Lois whom i felt was a bit underused was fine. Last but not the least, i loved the artwork. Nice break from the usual superhero fare.