Clark Kent in Man of Steel *holds back from using his powers against human bullies because he knows he could hurt them very badly*

Clark Kent in Man of Steel *wanders the world trying to keep a low profile and helping people whenever he can*

Clark Kent in Man of Steel *practically glows when Lois Lane smiles at him*

Clark Kent in Dawn of Justice *buys his girlfriend flowers and cooks for her*

Clark Kent in Dawn of Justice *does his best to continue helping people in spite of his detractors*

Clark Kent in Dawn of Justice *struggles with crippling feelings of guilt and self-doubt*

Clark Kent in Dawn of Justice *sacrifices himself to save a world which has rejected him*

Critics DC's nascent cinematic universe has so far depicted Superman as an angry god; a violent, alien entity that needs to be kept in check.