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Superman (1978) Part 1: Bagels, Chaos, and the Birth of the Superhero Blockbuster — Part 1 of 3

Superman (1978) Part 1: Bagels, Chaos, and the Birth of the Superhero Blockbuster — Part 1 of 3

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In Part 1 of our Superman (1978) breakdown, we explore how this movie changed everything for the superhero genre, but not without a whole lot of behind-the-scenes chaos. We dive into how Superman wasn’t just about flying and saving the world—it was a production nightmare that somehow turned into a cultural icon.

From Marlon Brando’s eccentric demands (including paying him in cash and his “talking bagel” Jor-El vision), to the unexpected drama with the directors, we break it all down. The movie’s origins were wild, and we can’t help but get sidetracked by the greatest fast food mascot showdown you never knew you needed to hear.

What makes Superman (1978) such a legendary film? Was it the heart, the flying scenes, or the bizarre decisions on setthat somehow worked? We’ll cover all that—and more—in this jam-packed first part. Buckle up, because this episode is just the beginning of a wild ride.

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