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aday15's review

4.25

To start off I don’t read Superman graphic novels because I find the character to be somewhat boring because he is for the most part too superpowered. However here in my first read of a Superman graphic novel this 12 part issue kinda changed my opinion. It comes across as a love letter to the character and I’m all for that. 
Superman here has a really great relationship with Lois Lane here and that part I really enjoyed reading.

I really like the fact that this is an out-of-continuity “Elseworlds” story set during the final days of Superman. I’ve never cared for true continuity especially with graphic novels and movies. All I care about is a strong well told stand alone story and All-Star Superman provided me with that. 

It took a few issues but I grew on the art style of Frank Quitely. By the end of the read I adored the panels. I did however find their faces to be odd. 

Also I’m reading the DC Compact edition and you know I like saving space on the shelf so this suits me. The size is good and I hope they do more of these in the future. I might just start collecting them. 

DC Compact Comics | Grant Morrison

gjaraba24's review

4.5
adventurous hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No
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coryatthemovies's review

3.75
adventurous hopeful fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

georgesc's review

5.0
adventurous inspiring lighthearted medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No
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goldenmateo's review

adventurous emotional hopeful

noitsesther's review

4.5
adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
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jackphoenix's review

5.0
adventurous hopeful inspiring fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

One of the finest and most endearing Superman stories ever told, it’s no wonder this work has never gone out of print. 
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ratcousin's review

5.0

I LOVE SUPERMAN BECAUSE HE IS EVERY SINGLE ONE OF US AND ALL OF WHAT HUMANITY IS CAPABLE OF
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meloony's review

3.25
adventurous dark emotional hopeful inspiring sad tense slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: N/A
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
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mattingtonbear's review

5.0

just about the best Superman story ever told.