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Geek Tyrant
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
SUPERMAN: Despite "Sky-Is-Falling" Reports, Warner Bros Is Confident in the DC Film — GeekTyrant
There's been a lot of noise lately regarding James Gunn's Superman after recent test screenings, whispers of trouble, rumors of drastic edits, and the usual panic that swirls around any major franchise reboot. But according to The Hollywood Reporter, despite the 'sky is falling' reports on the film, the studio seems pretty confident in what Gunn is building for the future of the DC Universe. Gunn's Superman is facing an intense level of scrutiny. This is the film that's meant to set the tone for the new DC cinematic universe. Gunn has openly acknowledged the pressure, saying this movie carries the weight of what's to come. So, it makes sense that every detail is getting extra attention, and naturally, when test screenings happen and changes follow, people assume the worst. But from this recent report, that assumption doesn't hold much weight. Here's what actually went down… there were three days of pick-ups. Not reshoots. Not rewrites. Just pick-ups. Think of it like tightening screws before launch. Yes, some changes were made, up to 25 minutes reportedly cut from an earlier version that leaned more into humor, but according to sources, that's par for the course. One insider told THR, 'I'm no defender of Gunn, but none of this is unusual. It's part of honing of the movie. Any movie.' Another added, 'Gunn absolutely tests, he absolutely tinkers. He's not one of those directors who can't take suggestions.' There was also chatter about music changes, and yes, David Fleming was brought in to work alongside composer John Murphy. But again, both of their work is being used in the final product. It's more collaboration than course correction. Meanwhile, Gunn is pushing forward. The final locked cut of Superman is due next Friday, and no one inside the production seems to be sweating, which is a good sign. The film stars David Corenswet as Superman, with Nicholas Hoult stepping into Lex Luthor's shoes. Rachel Brosnahan plays Lois Lane, with a full supporting cast that includes Isabel Merced as Hawkgirl, Edi Gathegi as Mr. Terrific, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, and Milly Alcock as Supergirl, who will spin off into Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow . Gunn has been vocal about what this movie means to him. When production wrapped, he wrote: 'God bless our cast and crew whose commitment, creativity, and hard work have brought this project to life. I set out to make a movie about a good man in a world that isn't always so much. 'And the goodness and kindness and love I've encountered on a daily basis on the set has inspired me… The destination has been Superman, but the journey has been the toil and the laughter and the emotions and ideas and magic we've shared together on set—and for that I am forever grateful.' Gunn doesn't sound like he was scrambling behind the scenes. That's someone who feels like they've captured something special. According to the official synopsis, 'In his signature style, James Gunn takes on the original superhero in the newly imagined DC universe with a singular blend of epic action, humor and heart, delivering a Superman who's driven by compassion and an inherent belief in the goodness of humankind.' So, despite the internet's tendency to panic, it seems like Superman is right on track. This isn't the disaster some feared, it's just the usual messiness of making a massive big-budget movie. I hope that Gunn pulls off what he's promising!
Forbes
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
New Insider Reports Indicate The DCU's ‘Superman' Movie Is Good
Superman This summer will mark the official launch of the DCU with Superman. Well, the official launch other than an animated series about murderous monsters (Creature Commandos). The live-action kick-off stars the most iconic hero in the world and early indications seem to be that it's…quite good. There have been some spins that have tried to paint 'troubled production' in Superman's final days, but it has only filmed 'pickups' in Atlanta recently, not actual reshoots. An additional composer was brought in, David Fleming, to join John Murphy, but both have music in the film and it's not as if one erased the other. One big sign that the movie is solid, other than Gunn saying so himself, is that the entire, finished movie is set to be ready to go as of next Friday, according to THR's Heat Vision. Getting that in a full five weeks ahead of release is reportedly a sign of 'studio satisfaction.' Besides that, there are the one-off tweets here and there about leaked test screenings. Here's filmmaker Joe Russo (not that one) on Twitter, retweeting the production news: 'Can confirm. I have a friend who saw it in April and he said it delivers. You might even say James Gunn's SUPERMAN is… super good.' It always seemed likely that Gunn would land the plane when it came to Superman, as all we have to do is look at his other superhero projects and see that he simply has not missed with any of them so far, a big reason he was tapped for the DCU job in the first place. Here's the line-up of his DC and Marvel projects: Not a bad score in there, and with three films above a 90%. Gunn's Suicide Squad is tied as the second-highest-scored DCEU film with Shazam! and just below Wonder Woman's 93%. The point of all this is that it seems pretty unlikely that Superman is bad, whether it clocks in with an 80%, 90% or more. Marketing is starting to spool up for the film, which releases July 11, and a video went viral this week of David Corenswet in costume talking and playing with children on set after filming with them, drawing many comments of 'this is the 'real' Superman' and such. Check it out below, and we'll stay tuned for more news ahead of release. Follow me on Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. Pick up my sci-fi novels the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy.
Belfast Telegraph
4 days ago
- Health
- Belfast Telegraph
Ground-breaking robotic tech for prostate surgery installed at the Ulster Hospital
Ground-breaking robotic technology that 'greatly improves quality of life' for men suffering from prostate problems has been installed at the Ulster Hospital. Aquablation Therapy eliminates the need for invasive prostate surgery and is the first treatment of its kind to be rolled out on the the island of Ireland. Belfast man David Fleming has become one of the first patients to benefit from the new technology. 'I have had an enlarged prostate for the last 10 years and I have been suffering with urine retention that required a hospital admission where I also required a catheter to be fitted. 'When my consultant informed me of this new technology a few months ago during a telephone call, I was excited to give it a go.' The precision technique involves using image-guided, high-velocity water jets to remove excess prostate tissue and is one of the most advanced and innovative treatments currently available for patient's experiencing urinary symptoms. Living with an enlarged prostate can have a detrimental impact on day-to-day life and can cause a frequent need to pee and difficulty fully emptying their bladder. If left untreated, it can lead to more severe symptoms such as acute urinary retention and infections. "The benefits of Aquablation were explained to me and I thought it was a no brainer, basically because it is more accurate, there is less blood loss and a shorter period under anaesthetic as well with better outcomes,' Mr Fleming said. 'This will really make a difference and will greatly improve my quality of life, as I will now be able to remove the catheter which can be inconvenient. I was nervous undergoing the procedure, but the staff in the Day Procedure Unit in the Ulster Hospital have been fantastic at making me feel at ease. I would definitely recommend it.' The South Eastern Trust has been chosen to enhance the Bladder Outlet Obstruction (BOO) service by using real-time ultrasound imaging to assist surgeons in mapping and directing the water jet with accuracy to avoid damage to nearby nerves and structures responsible for sexual function and continence. Unlike traditional procedures, no heat is involved, significantly lowering the risk of complications. The state-of-the-art technology reduces the likelihood of side effects such as erectile dysfunction, incontinence and bleeding that may require transfusion – it also offers shorter hospital stays and lower retreatment rates, improving overall outcomes for patients. Consultant Urologist, Mr Ajay Pahuja, believes it is cause for optimism. 'We are excited to launch this remarkable robotic technology that offers significant benefits for our Urology patients," he said. "Aquablation Therapy helps avoid invasive surgery and its associated risks, offering quicker recovery times and minimal discomfort. The robotic precision ensures targeted treatment, significantly reducing the chances of damaging surrounding tissues. Early outcomes have shown rapid and significant improvement in urinary symptoms.' Clinical studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of Aquablation Therapy in providing substantial relief from symptoms and maintaining low rates of irreversible complications. Patient-reported outcomes are equal to, or better than alternative procedures, with this treatment boasting 99.5% continence preservation rate, preserving 100% of erectile function and maintaining 89% of ejaculatory function. South Eastern Trust Director of Surgery, Maggie Parks hopes to see similar results among male patients being treated at the Ulster Hospital which is commited to delivering world-class care. "As a Centre of Excellence in the South Eastern Trust, we are proud to lead the way in Northern Ireland, giving patients from across the Region access to the latest technology and the highest standards of treatment,' she said. Assistant Director of Surgery Katharine Dane added, 'Bringing the Aquablation service to Northern Ireland has been a collaborative project between our colleagues in SPPG (Performance, Safety and Service Improvement Department) and a variety of corporate and operational teams within the South Eastern Trust. We are all delighted to now see this service come to fruition and be able to make a significant difference to men's health across the Region. Being able to offer a full range of treatments for patients with bladder outlet problems is very exciting for all the teams involved.' Delighted to be partnering with the South Eastern Trust, Procept BioRobotics Account Manager, Bobby Badesha said, 'We are excited to be working closely with the Trust to bring Aquablation Therapy to patients in Northern Ireland. 'This partnership highlights our commitment to expanding access to innovative, minimally invasive treatments for prostate patients improving outcomes and their quality of life.'
BBC News
5 days ago
- Health
- BBC News
Enlarged prostate: Robotic technology treatment brings hope
Difficulty peeing, a frequent need to go to the toilet and trouble emptying their bladder - those are just some of the problems living with an enlarged prostate can bring ask David Fleming, from east Belfast, who has been living with one for a number of years and was one of about 1,000 men on a waiting list for bladder outlet left untreated, an enlarged prostate can lead to more severe symptoms such as acute urinary retention and infections - which is why getting that waiting list down is so a new treatment - or more specifically, a new robotic technology - is offering hope that those men can be treated sooner rather than later. Mr Fleming himself was delighted to be one of the first to undergo aquablation therapy at the Ulster treatment, the first of its kind across the island of Ireland, is a minimally-invasive procedure that uses a heat-free waterjet to remove excess prostate tissue, which Mr Fleming said will make a big difference to his life. The 64-year-old's condition, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), worsened early this year and his difficulties peeing led to a catheter being fitted. But this new treatment will "sort the prostate out so that the flow will be good in the future".Mr Fleming said his condition was being managed by medication until December but then it "took on a life of its own"."I would have been waking every hour at night, every hour and a half, so I really wasn't getting much sleep and was really quite tired," he the procedure should solve the issue, ensure the catheter is removed and give him "a good quality of life in relation to what I've had previously". Mr Fleming hopes, come his 65th birthday in September, he will be "a new man". How does aquablation therapy work? While there are several benign prostate treatments available, this treatment particularly helps men experiencing urinary problems due to an enlarged now, men with a very enlarged prostate had to travel to England for treatment or have more complex or invasive surgery in Northern this robotic technology eliminates the need for invasive prostate uses image-guided, high-velocity water jets to precisely remove excess prostate ultrasound imaging helps the surgeon map and direct the water jet with accuracy, avoiding damage to nearby nerves and structures responsible for sexual function and traditional procedures, no heat is involved, significantly lowering the risk of South Eastern Health Trust said this technology reduces the likelihood of side effects such as erectile dysfunction, incontinence and bleeding that may require also offers a shorter recovery time, shorter hospital stays and lower retreatment rates, improving outcomes for patients. What could the new treatment do for NI waiting lists? Ajay Pahuja, consultant urologist at the South Eastern Health Trust, described it as "an exciting new transformative technology" with many benefits for men who have difficulty passing urine."It's quite precise, it's safe and quite quick," he said. "Secondly, we'll be able to probably get patients back to work - an early return to their normal jobs."The complication rates are quite low if you're precise."Mr Pahuja said it also preserves sexual function, which is one of the big things this technology TURP is considered the gold standard care for treating benign prostate (BPH), surgeons say aquablation therapy complements the existing technologies they have and will hopefully help tackle the long waiting Pahuja said the urology waiting list, like other specialities, had a legacy of problems and that those with age-related benign prostate enlargement were waiting "as long as five to seven years" for treatment, with many having to go to said aquablation therapy could mean more efficient and effective treatment, coupled with the South Eastern Health Trust being declared as a regional BPH centre, should help shorten the waiting lists. The trust's assistant director of surgery, Katharine Dane, said all men across Northern Ireland will benefit from this new said aquablation therapy was "a real coup" for the trust. "It just completes the suite of treatment," she on a waiting list in other trusts will be transferred to the Ulster Hospital to be offered this service, if that is what is decided is appropriate for their prostate.
