The relentless sandstorm was created by projecting sand from wind machines and/or multiple airplane propellers.).Deciding that it wasn""t safe to continue to confront the three with so many innocent people around, although he was deemed a "coward," Superman soared off to a more secluded place.Each of them was decorated and honored with golden medallions for their bravery.Film Notables (Awards, Facts, etc.)The first film of the series (in the original saga), and the fourth film in terms of chronology.Nominated for ten Academy Awards (with six wins): Best Art Direction (win), Best Costume Design (win), Best Film Editing (win), Best Score (win), Best Sound (win), Best Visual Effects (win), Best Director, Best Picture, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Supporting Actor (Guinness).He leans toward her and snaps back: "I don""t like cops," grabs the trophy from the counter, and prepares o leave with his gang.