Initial reactions to the first appearance of our new superhero, who goes by Superman, are starting to surface, and it looks like he’s making a positive impact within the DC Universe, garnering high praise from critics.
For a while, there was lots of discussion online about how James Gunn’s debut in the movie side of DCU might be received. With critics’ reviews now available, it seems that Gunn’s take on Superman is resonating strongly with people who’ve watched the film.
Superman reviews are praising James Gunn’s lighthearted take on the Man of Steel
Many reviews praising James Gunn’s version of Superman highlight its playful, humorous, and carefree vibe. The movie’s resemblance to a comic book is often mentioned. Since this new Superman is quite different from recent live-action adaptations, it suggests that the team behind the film made a wise choice by moving away from aspects of the previous DC film world that some considered harmful.
Gunn was right to ditch DC’s overserious tone
Critics have frequently pointed out that Zack Snyder’s DCEU films were excessively somber. Characters like Batman, modeled after Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns, and the overall moody aesthetics of the movies didn’t result in the blockbuster success Warner Bros. had hoped for. Specifically, Snyder’s portrayal of Superman was often perceived as too stern and domineering, lacking the lighthearted charm and optimism that are hallmarks of the Superman comics.
In a contrasting approach to the serious tone of previous versions, James Gunn’s Superman appears to be veering towards the other extreme, according to reviews about the project. It seems that this upcoming movie will fully portray Superman as a character with a more compassionate, gentle, and playful personality. Given the less-than-ideal conclusion of the DCEU (which was influenced by several factors), it makes sense for Gunn and new DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran to adopt different tones in their new universe.
It’s uncertain whether all movies will adopt the tone of Superman, but it appears that Gunn is moving in the correct direction as it sets off to develop a complete cinematic universe.
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2025-07-09 01:40