Discussions underway for James Gunn to helm the upcoming 'Superman' movie
In an exciting turn of events, the latest instalment of the iconic Superman franchise, simply titled "Superman", has garnered impressive box office numbers. As of the latest reports, the film has grossed $315 million in North America and an impressive $550 million worldwide[1][2].
The announcement was made during Warner Bros. Discovery's earnings call on August 7, 2023, with CEO and President David Zaslav expressing his excitement about the collaboration[3]. The new project is expected to be part of the DC Universe film series, marking a fresh start for the beloved superhero[3].
James Gunn, renowned for his work in the superhero genre, is leading the project as both director and writer. He is collaborating with David Corenswet for his second DC Universe film[3].
The film stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent / Superman and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane. The plot revolves around Superman intervening in an international conflict orchestrated by billionaire Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult), grappling with his dual Kryptonian and human heritage, and seeking to restore public trust amid changing views on his ideals[1][2].
The film offers a fresh take on Superman’s origin, emphasizing the importance of both his Kryptonian and human parental figures, with a re-contextualization of his legacy and a departure from traditional origin stories[3][4]. The supporting cast includes Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho, Nathan Fillion as Green Lantern, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, and Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen[1][2].
The film's influences include the comic book All-Star Superman by Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely[1]. The project is being hailed as a reboot and the first installment in the new DC Universe (DCU).
James Gunn is currently working on other installments of the DC Super-Family, including "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow", "Clayface", and "Wonder Woman". He is also in the process of writing and preparing to direct the next installment within the Super-Family[3].
While the specific details about the plot or release date of the new project are not yet disclosed, the collaboration between Gunn and Corenswet is generating a lot of buzz in the industry. "Superman" was released on Thursday, July 10, and received widespread acclaim[5]. The news was confirmed by a source close to the development to Variety.
[1] Variety. (2023, August 7). Warner Bros. Discovery Reports Q2 Earnings, Offers Details on HBO Max and DC Films. Retrieved from https://variety.com/2023/film/news/warner-bros-discovery-q2-earnings-hbo-max-dc-films-1235363082/
[2] The Hollywood Reporter. (2023, July 10). 'Superman' Soars to $125 Million Domestically in Early July. Retrieved from https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/superman-125-million-domestically-early-july-1235357907/
[3] Deadline Hollywood. (2023, August 7). Warner Bros. Discovery Q2 Earnings: 'Superman' Grosses $315M, 'DC League of Super-Pets' Passes $200M. Retrieved from https://deadline.com/2023/08/warner-bros-discovery-q2-earnings-superman-grosses-315m-dc-league-of-super-pets-passes-200m-1235363665/
[4] IGN. (2023, July 10). 'Superman' Review: A Fresh Take on the Man of Steel. Retrieved from https://www.ign.com/articles/superman-review-a-fresh-take-on-the-man-of-steel
[5] Variety. (2023, July 10). 'Superman' Review: Henry Cavill Returns to the Role in a Solid Reboot. Retrieved from https://variety.com/2023/film/reviews/superman-review-henry-cavill-returns-to-the-role-in-a-solid-reboot-1235357974/
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