Reeve & “Superman II” of 3
In the movie Superman II, Superman chooses to give up many of his unique abilities to be with one person, Lois Lane. He chooses to give up most of his capacity to assist others in order to be with her.
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In Richard Donner’s recent DVD released Director’s Cut of Superman II, Lois Lane does not receive a “Super-Kiss” that forces her to forget their past. I’m not a big fan of the endings to either Superman I or II, because in the non-mythical world, we don’t get to forget, and we don’t get to turn back time. And the human and super-human struggle many people face is how to deal with past loves here on Earth, where we are not allowed to forget.
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i am pleased to hear that the memory erasure was left out of the Donner DVD release. in fact, i am happy that there WAS a Donner release of that second film.
your comments about not being allowed to forget… sad and beautiful truth, to me. i have a memory like video playback. i do not get to forget even one second… yet, so many around me bulk erase each night and pretend “it never happened” the next day. like the girls of my intimate life… they erased it, but it’s still in my head.
Thank you dysamoria for your candid comments. You might appreciate reading the Azzarello post several pages previous. He too appears to either sympathize or empathize with your sentiments. I think most people don’t forget. I think most people don’t reveal how much they do remember – and that may be the source of some dysfunction. For example, if you ever encounter a depressed widow or widower, for whom ‘no one can figure out’ what’s wrong and who rarely talks about their deceased spouse (or is encouraged by their family or their culture to NOT talk about their deceased spouse), consider they might remember and care far more than they reveal.
Your art on your website is very graphic and revealing. I believe your pain and expressions are sincere. I know you might think this recommendation is odd, but you might enjoy watching the first 3 seasons of The “L” Word. You can rent them at most local video stores. The stories deal with loss, pain, self-cutting, and related issues. I love that you are a beautiful, artistic and creative person. But I don’t want you or anyone else to be self-destructive or self-harming. Here is a review I wrote on The “L” word first 3 seasons so far (Season 4 is either coming soon or has begun):
The L Word: Seasons 1-3
And you might find some uncommon perspectives and new hopes in reading my other amazon reviews. And if you are ever in a dark space, you can email me and scream at me, and I will listen and respond if you wish. Love always, One More Option.
Thank for made SUPERMAN II I am very like this film
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