If you want to know why Michael Keaton couldn’t move his head in Batman, or why they had to change Superman and Spider-Man’s costumes for the films, you really need to listen to this episode of 99% invisible.
For Man of Steel, designers considered precursors to particular elements, looking at the boots of a ringmaster and the cape of Zorro in the process. They worked those influences into the film while adding screen-oriented materials and textures, including a shimmering layer of chainmail explained in the context of Kryptonian military history.
190- Fixing The Hobo Suit by Roman Mars
Superhero costumes for TV and film used to be pretty cringe-worthy. Lately, however, super outfits are looking much better. Costume designers are learning new tricks, and using better technology, but there has also been a change in attitude.
