Oh, this is such a fun question! Lex Luthor is absolutely in 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,' and Jesse Eisenberg's portrayal is... divisive, to say the least. Some fans adore his manic, tech-bro take on the character, while others miss the cooler, more calculating Luthor of older comics. Personally, I found his performance fascinating—like a chaotic chess player who’s always three steps ahead but pretends he’s just winging it. The way he manipulates both Batman and Superman into their infamous clash is pure Luthor, even if the delivery is unconventional.
What really stuck with me was how the movie recontextualizes his hatred for Superman. It’s not just about power or jealousy; it’s almost theological, like he sees Superman as a false god who needs to be exposed. That scene where he rants about 'knowledge without power'? Chilling. I’ve rewatched it so many times, and I still catch new nuances. Whether you love or hate this version, you can’t deny it’s memorable.