Instead of going darker and grittier, Superman takes a more honest, character-first approach. It doesn’t shy away from big action, but it’s just as interested in who Clark Kent is when he’s not saving the world. The result is something warmer and more personal, a film that remembers Superman isn’t compelling because he’s powerful, but because he tries to do the right thing, even when it's difficult.
The supporting cast includes Nicholas Hoult as the calculating Lex Luthor (he originally auditioned for the role of Superman!), and a wider lineup of heroes that signal the DC Universe is expanding. Edi Gathegi appears as Mister Terrific, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, and Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho offering a glimpse at a world where Superman is not alone in his mission to protect Earth.
Nathan Fillion also features as Guy Gardner, a brash and unapologetic Green Lantern. It marks his seventh collaboration with James Gunn, continuing a creative partnership that spans every one of the director’s films. Their camaraderie brings a signature energy to the screen.
Behind the camera, Gunn’s vision is realised with the help of cinematographer Henry Braham (Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3) and composer John Murphy, whose score weaves classic heroic motifs with modern emotional texture. The film’s look is clean and colourful, intentionally evoking the timeless feel of comic book panels without losing cinematic depth.
As the first film in DC’s new slate, Superman sets the stage for what’s next, and we can’t wait to see what comes next.
