The new James Gunn Superman reboot, released this week, has drawn mixed reactions from critics and audiences. Some welcome the hopeful direction, while others feel the film falls short.
The new Superman movie stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane. With a lighter tone, the Superman reboot aims to reset the DC Universe after years of darker films like Batman v Superman and Man of Steel.
The film is “fun” and gives DC a chance to compete with Marvel. Gunn “leans into the charm” of his characters and tells a story that feels “hopeful without being cheesy.”
Many fans believe the new James Gunn Superman reboot could offer the fresh start DC needs after several box office disappointments.
Political Undertones Stir Debate
Despite its lighter tone, the new Superman movie hasn’t avoided political controversy. Former Superman actor Dean Cain described the film as being too “woke.” He accused it of pushing “progressive ideology” over timeless values. Cain, who starred in Lois & Clark in the 1990s, said the reboot strays from Superman’s moral roots.
Others online have echoed similar views. Some argue the film’s themes and character choices feel politically driven. Much of the criticism comes from conservative commentators.
Another controversy centers on a specific scene. Some viewers see it as a veiled critique of Israeli policy. The fictionalised conflict has sparked mixed reactions on social media.
James Gunn has not commented. DC Studios has also remained silent.
Although the James Gunn Superman reboot was meant to be uplifting, the political debate shows even hopeful stories can stir strong responses.
Critics Call it Bland and Overstuffed
Not all criticism is political. Forbes called the Superman reboot “a painfully mediocre, super-generic mess.” It criticised the film’s lack of originality.
Still, some critics and fans see potential in the James Gunn Superman reboot, with the big question being whether it can help save Hollywood’s struggling superhero industry.
In the end, the success of the James Gunn Superman reboot will depend on how audiences respond and whether it delivers at the box office.
