The new Superman trailer has been creating ripples with its great photography, an inspirational soundtrack, and exceptional acting. It stars David Corenswet as the new Man of Steel, promising an amazing superhero adventure. However, it has also been causing quite a stir among Zack Snyder’s loyal fans, who are protesting in disgust. With Man of Steel, Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice, and the contentious Justice League, Snyder—one who is known to the world for his uniquely divisive take on the DC universe—left an indelible mark. While his movies split audiences, they fuelled perhaps the most dedicated fandom known to push for Snyder’s original edit of Justice League released in 2021.
With a new Superman film in the works, some fans think that this new direction under James Gunn‘s film makes it more alien to the grounded and complex portrayal that Snyder has. One fan described it as a “slap in the face” to Zack Snyder‘s legacy because of its more traditional approach. Others have agreed, saying that the new Superman goes against the deeper themes—that of identity and sacrifice—that Snyder’s version embodies. Online conversations are still dominated by statements like “Release the Snyder Cut” and “Zack Snyder is the blueprint.”
TAKE A LOOK AT THE VIRAL POSTS:
There won’t be another #Superman movie like Man of Steel again in our lifetime.
Everything else is just a caricature. pic.twitter.com/nhh32iOYn8
— The Cinéprism (@TheCineprism) December 19, 2024
Despite this criticism, though, most fans welcome this clip and praise this change in the character. A section of the fans have retaliated against Snyder’s fans by saying that this trailer presents a more promising Superman than Snyder’s version. Praise for director James Gunn’s straightforward, raw approach to the cinematography has been abundant, with viewers excited about the film’s balance of nostalgia and grounded storytelling. For many, the trailer has evoked feelings of hope, and they eagerly anticipate the film’s release as a new era for Superman.
Some really sweet comments on the #Superman trailer on YouTube I found that warm my heart. pic.twitter.com/roRcrhIVG3
— Boston Brand (@DeadmanBostonB) December 19, 2024
The new Superman film, directed by James Gunn, is set to premiere on July 11, 2025. The film is part of the new DC Universe, which will be shaped by Gunn’s creative vision.
