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Mint
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
James Gunn on Henry Cavill's Superman exit: 'It was really unfair to him and a total bummer'
As actor David Corenswet has donned the iconic red cape in James Gunn's upcoming 'Superman' film, fans of the DC Universe may still have reason to hope for the return of Henry Cavill—just not as Clark Kent. In a recent appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, DC Studios co-head James Gunn opened up about the difficult conversation he had with Cavill when he and Peter Safran took over the reins of DC Studios in 2022. Reflecting on the situation, Gunn revealed his admiration for Cavill and left the door open for the actor's future in the franchise. 'It's terrible. Believe it or not, the day we were dealing with trying to figure out if we could take the job at DC Studios,' recalled Gunn. 'The day the deal closed, all of a sudden, they were announcing that Henry was back. And I was like, 'What is going on? We know what the plan is. The plan was to come in and do Superman.' It was really unfair to him and a total bummer.' According to Gunn, the circumstances surrounding their appointment were less than ideal, with various competing visions for the DC brand at the time. 'There was a vacuum at the time and a lot of people were… They had a take on what they wanted to do at DC and they were trying to force their way and it was just never part of the equation for [WBD CEO] David Zaslav,' said Gunn. 'We came in, and that was really unfortunate. I'm like, 'This poor guy.'' Despite the upheaval, Gunn emphasised Cavill's professionalism and grace when they informed him of the decision to move in a different direction. 'He was an absolute gentleman and a great guy about it,' Gunn shared. 'He said, 'The only thing I ask is that I'm able to reveal it myself as opposed to coming from you guys.' And I'm like, 'That's a class act.'' Though Cavill will not be reprising his role as Superman, Gunn confirmed discussions were had about future opportunities within the restructured DCU. 'I talked to him about it on that day. I would love to put Henry in something,' said Gunn. The upcoming 'Superman' film, starring Corenswet, will be the first official instalment of the new DC Universe, kicking off its 'Gods and Monsters' phase under the creative vision of Gunn and Safran. While Cavill's time as the Man of Steel may be over, fans can still hold out hope for his return to the DC world in a brand-new role.
Pink Villa
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
‘It's Terrible': Here's How Henry Cavill Reacted to Him Getting Replaced in Superman
Henry Cavill portrayed the role of Superman in the DC universe for the longest time. While the actor impressed the audience and the fans with his iconic role, he was replaced by David Corenswet in the newly released Superman, directed by James Gunn. Following the release of the Corenswet-Rachel Brosnahan starrer, the DC co-head revealed how Cavill reacted to the news of recasting. While making an appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, the filmmaker shared that the actor was 'absolutely a gentleman' about the news. James Gunn reveals Henry Cavill's reaction to recasting of Superman Previously, Gunn had revealed that the reason he and Peter Safran went with Corenswet for the casting of the superhero is because they wanted a younger-looking Superman. While sitting down for a conversation in the podcast episode, the director shared that he had a hard time stepping in as a co-head of the DC studios. He said, 'It's terrible. Believe it or not, the day we were dealing with trying to figure out if we could take the job at DC Studios.' The filmmaker further added, 'The day the deal closed, all of a sudden, they were announcing that Henry was back. And I was like, 'What is going on? We know what the plan is. The plan was to come in and do Superman.' It was really unfair to him and a total bummer.' Elsewhere in the talks with the podcast host, Gunn shared that Cavill took the news of him getting replaced in Superman in a very calm way. The DC boss shared, 'He was an absolute gentleman and a great guy about it.' The director continued, 'He said, 'The only thing I ask is that I'm able to reveal it myself as opposed to coming from you guys.' And I'm like, 'That's a class act.'' Will Henry Cavill and James Gunn work together in the future? Though David Corenswet stepped into the shoes of Henry Cavill in Superman and is being lauded by the audience, James Gunn hinted at the possibility of him working with Henry Cavill. He said, 'I talked to him about it on that day. I would love to put Henry in something.' As for the latest film that released in theaters on July 11, Superman marks the beginning of the Gods and Demons phase in the DC Universe.
Gizmodo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
James Gunn and DC Haven't Started Casting Wonder Woman… Yet
The holy trilogy of James Gunn's DC Universe is slowly coming together. Part one, of course, is Superman, which is now in theaters. A Batman movie is being written (in addition to Matt Reeves' new Batman movie), and, of late, there's been lots of talk about Wonder Woman too. As co-president of DC Studios, Gunn recently confirmed a Wonder Woman script is being written, and subsequent rumors suggested the film was being fast-tracked. Well, that's partially true, Gunn said. 'It's a priority, but I wouldn't call that fast-tracked,' Gunn wrote on Threads recently. 'Nothing is going to be shot unless we're as sure as we can be that the script is good.' That's been Gunn and partner Peter Safran's mantra since day one. Don't make, or announce, a movie unless the script is good enough that it will actually be made. It's also why Superman's end credit scenes don't tease anything. Gunn wants to only make or talk about movies that are happening. That also informed another recent rumor. Buzz started that Gunn and company were looking for an actress with a primarily TV background to play Wonder Woman, which is in line with their casting of House of the Dragon star Milly Alcock as Supergirl. But, again, Gunn says that's completely untrue. 'I'd never in a million years look for a major role based on whether they did TV, films, or whatever,' Gunn said. 'It's all about the casting. I didn't cast Milly because of her past, but because she was the best one for the role. (But we're also not casting WW, nor even discussing it, until a script is finished).' So there you have it. The Wonder Woman script isn't finished, and until it is, there won't be casting. The same goes for Batman. Now, surely everyone at Warner Bros., Gunn included, would love to have new Batman and Wonder Woman films in theaters tomorrow. But they have to be done right, and so we'll wait and see how it all plays out. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
Otago Daily Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Otago Daily Times
The comic book Superman returns
Photo: Jessica Miglio/Warner Bros. Pictures/TNS Director: James Gunn Cast: David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced Rating: (M) ★★★★ REVIEWED BY AMASIO JUTEL The Gunn didn't jam on the first entry to his brand-new DC Universe. The colourful flair of Superman (Rialto, Reading) is undoubtedly a positive indicator of the direction director-turned-chief executive of DC Studios, James Gunn, will take his new comic book sandbox. Donning the blue and red tights, prominently featuring the iconic red boxer briefs, Clark Kent teams up with journalism, justice and his juvenile super-pup, Krypto, to take to the skies and bring down Luthor Corp and its bloodthirsty international ally. As with any totemic media character, the central focus has been on whose face will be rendered in the Kryptonian armour. I can happily report that David Corenswet's punk-rocker Kal-El is the injection of himbo earnestness severely lacking from the character's previous keeper. Corenswet is a stark departure from the dark and moody Man of Steel, last portrayed by Henry Cavill, bringing a kindness and naivety, off which Gunn bounces his comic sensibilities. His chemistry with Brosnahan's Lane is electric, and paired off against Hoult's raging Lex Luthor, the central trio is cast to perfection. From the film's opening frame, Gunn subverts the franchise template. Superman effectively leapfrogs the "origin story" component of the caped crusader's tale, trusting that viewers will recognise the sensibilities of comic book storytelling that pre-MCU era comic readers grew up on. The film itself plays like a feature-length Saturday morning cartoon, much like Sam Raimi's 2000s Spider-Man trilogy: a close analogue in style. Gunn's universe feels real in its own cartoon logic — a world where Superman swoops in to save a single squirrel during a full-blown Kaiju attack. The film doesn't shy away from balancing G-rated elements with allegories for real-world violence and geopolitical conflict, nor from Deer Hunter-level traumatic violence. In the plot, a xenophobic smear campaign from Luthor's army of online trolls inconveniences our do-gooder protagonist, who is caught up in media turmoil for acting against the fictional Boravia's war crimes. From the newsroom with Lois and Jimmy to the Jarhanpur/Boravia border to a "pocket universe", Superman, the movie, delivers on the "woke" grievances voiced by right-wing commentators. Boravia's US-backed military has been mobilised against the unarmed civilian population of Jarhanpur, and Superman has been under fire for preventing civilian casualties. The film's most effective non-action scene plays between Lois and Clark (as Superman), her interviewing him on the authority he had as an American to interfere with the affairs of other nations. To Superman, the answer is plain: stopping a war. Subtextually, Gunn eloquently echoes the critiques of media outlets for their quote-unquote "objective reporting", instead of reflecting the human rights issues of the conflict. And, although the nuances of the conflict escape the plot, the final action scene directly mirrors the 2018 Gaza border protests, in which 189 Palestinians were killed. While Luthor has Superman subdued in Metropolis and the Boravian troops raise their weapons to fire on an unarmed boy, Green Lantern disperses the IDF-analogue with a wave of massive green middle fingers.
Express Tribune
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
DCU insider teases strong contender for Wonder Woman in James Gunn's reboot
As James Gunn and Peter Safran continue to rebuild the DC Universe (DCU), speculation is intensifying over who will replace Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman. According to Hollywood insider Umberto Gonzalez, Andor actress Adria Arjona is currently a 'strong contender' for the iconic on The Box Office Podcast, Gonzalez pointed to Arjona's visibility in television and her industry connections—particularly her friendship with Jason Momoa, who is set to play Lobo in Supergirl—as factors that align with the DCU's casting approach. He explained that the studio appears to favor rising stars over A-list names, citing David Corenswet's transition from television to leading the new Superman film. While some fans are enthusiastic about Arjona stepping into the role, others remain skeptical. Co-panelist Jeremy Brewster noted that her involvement in Andor may complicate her candidacy and speculated the studio might ultimately choose a lesser-known actress. 'She could actually… request a Nicholas Hoult salary,' Brewster added, pointing to budget considerations. Fan speculation spiked recently when Gunn was seen following Arjona on Instagram, leading some to believe her casting was imminent. Addressing this, Gunn clarified in an interview with Extra that he's known Arjona since working with her on a film years ago and has followed her since then. Still, he acknowledged, 'She'd be a great Wonder Woman.' No official casting decision has been announced, but Gonzalez believes announcements for both Batman and Wonder Woman could arrive sooner than expected. As the DCU evolves, fans await more details about its new heroes and the eventual formation of a revamped Justice League.
