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'Superman: Man of Steel' Set Photos Reveal More Costume Changes

The latest images of Cavill as 'Superman' confirm that the red briefs are out, but that's not all.

Many people complained about the inability to see Henry Cavill's 'Superman' costume when Warner Brothers revealed the official image. Was he keeping the briefs, or would they toss them like they did for Supes in DC's New 52? Well, based on the most recent "spy pictures," our questions have been answered.

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Earlier today images of Cavill as 'Superman were leaked online and we got a much closer look at the detail of his costume. It is certainly very different from any Superman costume that has come before it -- the most obvious change being the lack of briefs. However, the images also revealed the texture of the uniform, which we could see in the first image, looks very similar to the Spider-Man movie costume. The chain-like effect gives the costume a more serious tone, which will likely reflect the tone of the upcoming film. We also get a closer look at the outline design of the costume which is likely more for aesthetics than functionality, and confirmation that the suit will indeed be darker. Notice also that he is only wearing the cape in some of the photos, so whether it will be a staple part of his uniform remains to be seen!

Needless to say, we think he looks pretty good. What do you think? 'Superman' is currently filming starring actor Henry Cavill as 'Superman and Amy Adams as 'Lois Lane.' The film is scheduled to be released in theaters sometime in 2013.

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I don't like it. Needs briefs. And shots above the crotch

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I can live with it, kind of, I'm all for trying out new ideas - Cavill is a great choice for Superman and the S looks very good. But I'm not going to lie - I miss those red shorts. If anything to break up all that damn blue.

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I can't wait until he fights the giant spider!

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The abercrombie and fitch superman! WACK!!

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"Ohh it's so ugly! He's got no overwear! Boo Hoo! The fabric is so spidermanish! Waaaaahh! He's too padded! Booooo! Snyder sucks! I hate this Brit!!!"
 
I'm tired of all these complaints even before the release! Whine about this. Whine about that. Maybe it will suck. Or maybe it won't. Wait for the film, and on the mean time, get a life! 
 
I applaud the ones with open minds to accept the changes. Also to the ones that reserve judgement until the final product comes out. Kudos to you people.

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superman routh was a good choice,looked like a good comic style supes most people can relate too,this guy might be fine,but,,,,,,,,,,why change what we see in the comics??? thought thats what a comic book film is all about no?  to give us the pleasure of seeing a hero we read come to life on the screen?  also superman returns would of been great if we had a decent story with a decent foe!! lex again and again,,,,,,,,anyone know who he fights in this film?
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@the darknessss said:
why change what we see in the comics??? thought thats what a comic book film is all about no?  to give us the pleasure of seeing a hero we read come to life on the screen? 
I would agree in the case of Superman but this is subjective. Do you really want to see a yellow-spandex Wolverine? Or a cloth-costumed Batman ala-Adam West?
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@ssejllenrad said:
Or a cloth-costumed Batman ala-Adam West?
I'd watch it for the nostalgia factor :p
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@Aiden Cross said:

@ssejllenrad said:

Or a cloth-costumed Batman ala-Adam West?

I'd watch it for the nostalgia factor :p
Then this is for you!
 
    
  
I'm so off-topic... :D
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@ssejllenrad: 
this aint about other heroes,so supermans outfit in the comic is poop? worked on the original films,and superman returns,its getting to the point where he might not even look like the comic superman,may as well called the film "superguy man of hard stuff"  perhaps the guys who make it should put more into the stories and things that relate to the comics,not the "hey lets make him look like this" and people will say how cool we are!! i sorta would like superman from the comics with a great story line to watch. not hollywood hybrids,but thats just me.
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@the darknessss: As I said a while a back, I agree with you when we're talking about Supes. I too would wish a more classic look for him. But the costume is something I'm willing to let go as long as they do the non-aesthetic part of the character right. As you said, I would also like Superman with a great story.
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I think Cavil looks awesome! He is Superman!!!!

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@ssejllenrad: 
yep,agreed:-)
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His costume seems a bit tight. But it's modern-day, it needed a revamp, a character can be great in his/her prime. But he needs to be updated sometimes, take a change, try something new, take risks. I'm happy with that costume, but it's highly possible that, that costume can be just a proto-type, and it could just be a try-out.

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@NightFang: the new suit looks too futuristic and it does not go with the traditional look
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@Maki_P said:

I don't like it. Needs briefs. And shots above the crotch

No, if there is one thing they and the new design is right about, no briefs. They were outdated and added nothing to uniform. If you have a hard time no staring at the dude's crotch, that is all you.

I think the new suit looks great. I am assuming the cape less scenes are the result of the cape having been lost in a fight but I think if that is the case I ripped cape would have been better.

One thing is certain, dude looks good in that suit. He should start his own exercise video.

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@Babs: How do you feel about the pictures Babs? Anything caught you're eye? XD
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Aww 2013? Thats like forever...

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@the darknessss: hopefully doomsday!  :D
and i totally agree with you on the lex redundentness lol  i think one of the films he fought zod though?
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@zackattack529: 
yeah,lex,zod and co,a super computer and nuclear man??? but then lex again,hoping no lex in this one,doomsday would be great,but cant see that happening,if i could pick id love to see bizzaro or black adam or darkseid,just as long as we see tons of fighting and feats that show us why hes called superman,action in film 75%,25% talking lol.
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@Luthorcrow: Well for me it's like Paul Gadzikowski puts it: "you can't beat the classics". I prefer the classic outfit, I mean it's classic for a reason. Failing that, the costume should have more red in some way or the other
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Not a fan of the suit...disappointed
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I am ok with the suit, it is not such a big change that everyone should be too upset, but is still somewhat of an update...

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O_O What has been can never be unseen.

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@RedheadedAtrocitus: The hair isn't the problem necessarily. It's just the hair ON Henry Cavill doesn't work at all.

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Chain Mail?  Looks more like what Cap would look like.  But then the Spider-Man one has the same feel for me to :/ 
What's wrong with good old fashion cloth costumes?  All this plastic makes me feel real sorry for these actors...... 
Yes, I'll be seeing all these movies as soon as I can.......I'll just have to get over myself, lol.

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Not a fan of the costume! Change isn't always a bad thing but this almost looks like a futuristic Superman. They might as well go ahead and do a Godfall story costume here. Okay it's not that drastic but still it's just not Superman. I was just on IMDB and people are all kinds of excited for the new suit though. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0770828/board/nest/187780144

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I will give this a thumbs up. Cavill isnt a bad looking Superman. Though I always wonder why they always slick his hair back. It would be nice if they could at least make him look more like today's Superman who hair is a bit more casual and those additonal suit mods they should be a red instead of just straight blue.

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I think he'll make a great Superman...and i see they slicked that hair back again (lol)

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Aaargh! Stupid sexy Flanders! This is why the trunks are needed! To cover up unnecessary and distracting bulges! Bring back the trunks! Now!!
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Over nine pages of people flipping out over a bulge. Grow up folks, I figured it's about time. I'm sure most of you who are bothered this couldn't finish reading the Watchmen cause of Manhattan.  It's not a big deal, and should be EXPECTED since he wears such tight clothes.

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Super Bulge lmao 
 
Whatever the case maybe; I'm excited for the movie nonetheless

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It's cool! 

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Few people really care about Dr. Manhattan (but yes, I was disturbed). Superman however, should not be the type of hero that distracts you with his anatomical realism. It's very distracting, especially when all I want to see is Superman punch things.

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Hmph.

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@PowerHerc: Something wrong sir?
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No. This just seems like much ado about nothing.

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@Coluber said:

Few people really care about Dr. Manhattan (but yes, I was disturbed). Superman however, should not be the type of hero that distracts you with his anatomical realism. It's very distracting, especially when all I want to see is Superman punch things.

Are you kidding me? Yeah comc fans were well prepared for it and most weren't bothered, but A LOT of people were indeed distracted by it, which is stupid. If you find this costume distracting at all...the problem is with YOU, not the costume.

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:) 3D pleasssse

Swing high ,Swing low..Sweet Chariot

Anyways Costume it's very nice,modern new futuristic other worldly take on it.Tired of the "mental retard dude wearing his underwear wrong" look..lol

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Exactly Valendianknight! It's assaulting my heterosexuality! Therefore it is everyone's problem (you see, the universe revolves around me). I mean, can't I be awed about Superman's achievements without cringing?

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Horrible suit....

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@NightFang: I agree with most of your ideas. I especially like pic 4; although do lighten the "red" a bit (purple, nah). I would love see a more moderate approach combining the basic ideas in the last film with what I see here. That would be perfect. The idea of giving the costume some texture is a very good one. With all due respect ( especially to the late actor, who was a wonderful Superman for the time), Christopher Reeve's Superman suit today would look like it came out of a cartoon, or an expensive Halloween costume. Some change IS needed. The new actor, by the way, looks GREAT! He is the first one to play the role, that I can truly believe physically is Superman; but he needs a "better" suit.

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I think the suit is a great variation. The texture could be used to explain why the common material doesn't burn or become ripped from the disasters that Superman faces. Screen Rant had an excellent shot also of Supes in new suit. I hate to say that I miss the briefs but I kinda do.

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Some of these comments are ridiculous. Who gives a fuck about his muscles? I'm not going to watch a movie and say "OH MY GOD! MUSCLES!" that's stupid.

But the costume...I just, hate it. The fake arm muscle parts...how am I supposed to believe Ma Kent made that? Unless Jor-El (who happened to know his suit size) sent with him, or it was a tiny suit that grows to his body size, which wouldn't make a whole lot of sense. It's just...uurgh! Why does Warner insist on listening to all of these Nolan fanboys?

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@NatDuv said:

Some of these comments are ridiculous. Who gives a fuck about his muscles? I'm not going to watch a movie and say "OH MY GOD! MUSCLES!" that's stupid.

But the costume...I just, hate it. The fake arm muscle parts...how am I supposed to believe Ma Kent made that? Unless Jor-El (who happened to know his suit size) sent with him, or it was a tiny suit that grows to his body size, which wouldn't make a whole lot of sense. It's just...uurgh! Why does Warner insist on listening to all of these Nolan fanboys?

It's Kryptonian in origin. Check the Russell Crowe pics. His suit under his robes are similar to what Cavill is wearing.

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This is awesome! I just saw the Immortals on Monday and Cavil was fantastic. He looks the part of Superman. People are going to complain regardless so fuck em. Cavil has the look and the physique to pull off the Man of Steel, the Man of Tomorrow! Oh, he can also act! HELL YEAH! I liked the idea of red accents instead of the muted costume, but eh, it looks great as it is. I hope this movie comes out soon. I don't want to wait until 2013 or '14. Now lets see Amy Adams as a convincing Lois Lane. Bring on the black hair dye and the surly attitude!