Superman (1978 film) average rating of 8/10. The website's critical consensus reads, ""Superman" deftly blends humor and gravitas, taking advantage of the perfectly cast Reeve to craft a loving, nostalgic tribute to an American pop culture icon." Metacritic collected an average score of 88, resulting in "universal acclaim", based on twelve reviews. The film was widely regarded as one of top 10 films of 1978. "Superman" creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster gave a positive reaction. Shuster was "delighted to see Superman on the screen. I got chills. Chris Reeve has just the right touch of humor. He really is Superman." Roger Ebert
Dana Reeve Reeve died on March 6, 2006, at the age of 44 at Memorial Sloan–Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. Episode 16 of the fifth season of "Smallville" titled "Hypnotic" is dedicated to her and the film "Superman Returns" is dedicated to both her and Christopher. The animated film "Everyone's Hero" (2006) is also dedicated in memory of Christopher and Dana Reeve. Her husband predeceased her on October 10, 2004. Dana Reeve Dana Charles Reeve (née Morosini; March 17, 1961 – March 6, 2006) was an American actress, singer, and activist for disability causes. She was the wife of actor