For some, a dream has come true. For others, toxic fandom has run wild. Then, for many, there’s just puzzlement over just what the hell the fuss is over a so called “Snyder Cut” of Justice League? After the recent news that DC fans were going to be getting this version of the film next year on HBO Max, it seems like a good time to discuss whether that’s a good or a bad thing, independent of the movie, itself. First, though, a refresher. Zack Snyder had begun directing Justice League, but at some point, late in production, had to step away after a tragedy in his family. Joss Whedon stepped in to finish, reshooting quite a bit and changing the tone considerably. Ever since its release in 2017, Snyder fans have clamored to see his vision. Now, they’re going to get it. In case you forgot, the film continues the story began in Man of Steel and continued in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. Taking place after the events of the latter, the world now lives with the death of Clark Kent/Superman (Henry Cavill). His sacrifice has spurred on Bruce Wayne/Batman (Ben Affleck) to take his heroism on a global level, especially when it seems parademons are scouting Earth for a takeover. He brings this to the attention of Diana Prince/Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot), who explains that they’re serving Steppenwolf (Ciarán Hinds), a baddie who wants to take over. To combat him, they recruit Arthur Curry/Aquaman (Jason Momoa), Barry Allen/The Flash (Ezra Miller), and Victor Stone/Cyborg (Ray Fisher). This team goes to war, but will all be lost without Superman? You’ll see. Zack Snyder co-writes with Chris Terrio and directs, while Joss Whedon has a writing credit after notably taking over and finishing the film once Snyder had to step away after a family tragedy. The large cast also includes Amy Adams, Billy Crudup, Jesse Eisenberg, Amber Heard, Jeremy Irons, Diane Lane, Joe Morton, J.K. Simmons, Robin Wright, and more. Danny Elfman contributes the score, while cinematography is by Fabian Wagner. This is what I said at the time about Justice League: “Honestly, a lot of this movie is a mess. The first act is terrible, and it isn’t until Superman finally makes his grand entrance that things really soar, no pun intended. Plus, it’s a Frankenmovie, as it were. Parts of it feel very much like Snyder’s […]