When Critics Applaud but the Director Tempers the Hype
The new Superman by James Gunn takes off with a 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, although the director himself calls box office expectations of 700 million "absurd." It seems the DCU wants success, but without Marvel's excessive pressure 🦸♂️.
"This is not the riskiest project in the world," Gunn told GQ, toning down financial speculations.
Numbers That Really Matter
According to analysts:
- Strong Opening: $125-145 million in the US
- Critical Reception: Better than most DCEU
- Realistic Goal: Doesn't need to break records
David Corenswet: From Fan to Protagonist
The new Man of Steel:
- Dreamed of the role for years
- Seeks to balance tradition and innovation
- Values previous versions, including Snyder's
- Promises a Superman "of his time"
What Makes This Superman Different?
Keys to the reboot:
- Brighter Tone: Without abandoning depth
- New Mythology: Foundation for the DCU
- Diverse Influences: From Donner to Gunn
Moral: in a world of inflated expectations and exhausted cinematic universes, sometimes the most revolutionary thing is to make... a good movie. What a radical concept 😉.