It was absolutely phenomenal. If you've got a weak stomach, or are easily affected by anything that's hard to talk about (aka Mental Illness) do yourself, and everyone else a favor, and don't go. Don't ruin the movie and walk out in the middle. This movie is NOT lighthearted, do NOT bring your children, and no, it is NOT superhero like. First off, DC was never lighthearted like Marvel, and secondly, this movie WILL make you feel things you probably didn't expect to. Joaquin Phoenix deserves ALL the awards.