Beyond that, the folks behind Justice League clearly knew that they eventually wanted to embrace the classic Superman style, as Danny Elfman’s Justice League score specifically called out some notable cues from the John Williams music that fans have come to know and love, in addition to finding some spots to incorporate the Zimmer music, as well.
Moreover, a significant element of the Cavill Superman has been his journey from the lonely and insecure hero of Man of Steel and Batman v Superman to the self-assured Superman reminiscent of the classic Reeve years.
Aside from this photo, Cavill actually did some of his first on-camera tests as Superman while wearing the classic Reeve suit from the old Richard Donner movies.
Examining both of those musical moments, it’s worth remembering that the Henry Cavill incarnation of Superman has long maintained a connection and fascination with the Christopher Reeve version of the Man of Tomorrow.