Superman III

The Metropolis-based corporation Webscoe enlists the help of Gus Gorman, a clever computer programmer. Notably, he is known for his salami slicing embezzlement technique, which catches the attention of CEO Ross Webster, marking the beginning of their questionable alliance.

Meanwhile, at the Daily Planet, Clark Kent successfully persuades Perry White to allow him and his colleague Jimmy Olsen to attend his high school reunion in Smallville. This decision sets the stage for a mix of nostalgia and drama as Clark prepares to reconnect with his roots.

In a moment of personal change, Lois Lane opts for a vacation in Bermuda, leaving behind not only her job but also her unresolved feelings for Clark. This decision ultimately reshapes the dynamics among the main characters in the film.

During his journey to Smallville, Clark transforms into Superman to tackle a disaster at a local chemical plant. He extinguishes a raging fire caused by unstable beltric acid, showcasing his unwavering dedication to saving lives.

At the reunion, Clark encounters his childhood friend Lana Lang, now a divorcée, and meets her son Ricky. However, the gathering takes a dramatic turn when Clark confronts his former bully, Brad Wilson, who is revealed to be Lana's ex-boyfriend.

While enjoying a picnic with Lana, tragedy strikes when young Ricky is endangered by a combine harvester. Superman rushes to the scene, heroically saving Ricky and demonstrating his commitment to protecting the innocent.

CEO Ross Webster plots to exploit Colombia's coffee production for business gains. He deploys Gus to manipulate Vulcan, a sophisticated weather satellite, orchestrating a tonado meant to wreak havoc on Colombia's resources.

Superman learns of Webster's plot and swiftly responds to neutralize the artificially induced tornado. This moment highlights Superman's quick thinking and determination to protect those affected by Webster's greed.

As Webster perceives Superman as an obstacle, Gus is instructed to produce Kryptonite to weaken him. However, in a twist, Gus substitutes real Kryptonite with tar, complicating the situation and leading to unforeseen consequences.

Lana invites Superman to her son Ricky's birthday party, which escalates into a town-wide event. Here, Gus and Vera disguise themselves and present Superman with the phony Kryptonite, triggering chaotic changes in his behavior.

Instead of weakening Superman, the false Kryptonite instigates selfish actions and rampant vandalism, including acts of absurdity such as straightening the Leaning Tower of Pisa. This marks a significant turning point in the narrative.

Gus convinces Webster to invest in a supercomputer with a dubious condition that he must orchestrate an energy crisis. This leads to a catastrophic oil spill caused by Superman unknowingly disrupting oil tankers.

The stress from the crisis leads to a nervous breakdown for Superman, causing him to split into a malevolent version and his virtuous self, Clark Kent. This battle within him symbolizes his struggle against corruption and temptation.

In a moment of self-realization, Clark defeats his darker self and works to rectify the environmental damage. He confronts Webster and the supercomputer while battling rockets and an ASALM missile, showcasing his ultimate bravery.

Finding remorse for his actions, Gus destroys the Kryptonite ray, allowing Superman a chance to escape. However, the supercomputer fights back, transforming Vera into a cyborg in its final act of self-defense.