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Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Superman': What the Critics Are Saying
Superman officially hits theaters this Friday, but the reviews are already pouring in. The film, directed by DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn, kicks off the new DC Universe with the superhero. Superman sees David Corenswet (Twisters, Pearl) as the title character and as Clark Kent, a reporter for The Daily Planet. The role has previously been played by Christopher Reeve, Henry Cavill, Brandon Routh and Tyler Hoechlin, among others. More from The Hollywood Reporter 'Superman' Review: James Gunn Gives DC Studios' Crown Jewel a Gleaming Polish With Help From David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan 'Superman' Star Skyler Gisondo Thought He Was Auditioning for Clark Kent: "Would Have Been a Bad Casting Choice" 'Superman' First Reactions: "A Terrific Start for the New DC Studios" Rachel Brosnahan (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, House of Cards) plays his love interest and journalist, Lois Lane; and Nicholas Hoult (Nosferatu, Juror #2) portrays the villain, Lex Luthor. At the film's L.A. premiere on Monday, Gunn mentioned what he hoped to show differently in this superhero. 'I wanted to believe Superman, so I wanted to show him in this gigantic DC universe, this magical world that's like from the comic books, where we're entering how I entered as a child — with Superman, with superhuman friends, with giant robots, with Kaiju, with all of that,' Gunn said. 'I wanted to have that but at the same time, really get to know him — get to know his personality, who he is, what his relationship with Lois is like, what his beliefs are, what his strengths are, what his flaws are.' Superman has an 85 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes as of Wednesday. Below, see what critics are saying about the film. The Hollywood Reporter's chief film critic David Rooney praised Corenswet and Brosnahan's performances in his review, 'David Corenswet makes an outstanding Superman/Clark Kent, his performance loaded with self-irony, charm and poignant vulnerability as he wrestles with doubts as to whether his mission to do good and protect humankind was based on a lie. Corenswet's funny, scrappy rapport with Rachel Brosnahan's whip-smart Lois Lane — possibly the sharpest and most captivating interpretation of the ace Daily Planet reporter since Margot Kidder — makes their every scene together a delight.' For the film as a whole he said, 'Gunn's Superman is overloaded, even muddled at times, but relentlessly entertaining. Perhaps its biggest strength is that it sidesteps all the revisionist murk of superheroes onscreen in the last decade or two and reverts almost to an enchanting state of child-like wonder.' The New York Times' movie critic, Alissa Wilkinson, wrote in her review, 'By all of these measures, Gunn's charming take on the Superman myth succeeds — it even won over a particular superhero-weary critic. It's a sincere but also goofy movie, with a few well-timed twists on the mythology and a couple of added characters who keep things light at just the right moments.' She later in her review added, 'And most of all there's Rachel Brosnahan's Lois Lane, a woman who doesn't really need saving, who is preternaturally calm in the face of breaking news and knows, contra most female reporters in the movies, how to actually grill a source regardless of her personal feelings about the story. So maybe this Superman is set in the real world after all.' Collider's senior editor, movies Ross Bonaime, wrote, 'Superman is a magnificent feat, a film that makes the Man of Steel fascinating in a way we've rarely seen on film, with a take on the hero that is trenchant, clever and delightful. Gunn is paying tribute to the past while also making a very clear mark on this world's future, crafting an introduction to the DCU that inherently makes the viewer want to know where this world goes from here. At this point, it's rare for superhero films to give a sense of wonder and a reminder of how beautiful these films can be when executed well. But Gunn has brought optimism, hope and care back to Superman. It ends up becoming one of the best DC films in years and one of the best movies of the summer. This universe could be great, and Gunn has the light to show the way for where the DCU could go.' USA Today's movie critic Brian Truitt, wrote, 'Gunn fills his Superman with plenty of action, from the title character's flying jaunts — filmed as searing, windswept experiences — to Superman throwing down with a giant kaiju. But what makes the movie, and Supes himself, endearing is how the dude tackles any and all problems with empathy and sincerity.' Also in his review, he continued, 'That said, there are no false notes or wasted energy in making this revamped DC universe stand out from the previous, overly dour DCU or the quippy, slick Marvel movies. Superman is more conventional than Gunn's Guardians flicks, or even his DC outings The Suicide Squad and Peacemaker, yet he's carried over the unhinged, off-kilter fun of those films. And while Gunn doesn't overdo it with political stakes, themes and personalities, he certainly drives home the point that kindness is the superpower we all should be using on the regular.' Empire's Sophie Butcher was more critical of the script in her review, writing, 'Hoult is having fun as Luthor, dishing out witty comebacks and maniacal screams, as well as genuine flashes of emotion. But there are problems in the writing. Luthor lacks depth, portrayed simply as an abusive sociopath who's targeting Superman out of spite, and indulging in 'reckless science' at the cost of destroying the world entirely. Supes himself, meanwhile, is almost the pure-of-heart hero you want him to be, the one that Richard Donner and Christopher Reeve so masterfully achieved in their iteration — but some clunky dialogue and a cocky edge means the character never quite meets the mark.' The Associated Press' film critic and writer Jake Coyle wrote in his review, 'Mileage will inevitably vary when it comes to Gunn's idiosyncratic touch. He can be outlandish and sweet, often at once. In a conversation between metahumans, he will insert a donut into the scene for no real reason, and cut from a body falling through the air to an Alka-Seltzer tablet dropping into a glass. Some might call such moments glib, a not-unfair label for Gunn. But I'd say they make this pleasantly imperfect 'Superman' something quite rare in the assembly line-style of superhero moviemaking today: human.' IGN's Tom Jorgensen gave his verdict in his review, saying, 'Superman is a wonderfully entertaining, heartfelt cinematic reset for the Man of Steel, and a great new start for the DC universe on the big screen. David Corenswet is a natural, benevolent Superman, Nicholas Hoult's egomaniacal Lex Luthor gives him the perfect foil, and by minute two, you'll be willing to burn a thousand Kryptons if it means saving Supes' chaotic, good-boy companion Krypto the Superdog. Director and DCU maestro James Gunn throws a lot at us here and trusts that decades of practice watching superhero movies will carry us through any storytelling corners he's cutting in favor of keeping the pace brisk and the fun abundant. It's a dense and at times overwhelming adventure, but it feels like the right one for the moment.' Best of The Hollywood Reporter The 40 Best Films About the Immigrant Experience Wes Anderson's Movies Ranked From Worst to Best 13 of Tom Cruise's Most Jaw-Dropping Stunts
Glasgow Times
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
New Superman mural appears in Glasgow ahead of movie release
The mural allows fans to pose like Clark Kent and has been painted by the team behind the film, Warner Bros., as part of the promotion for the James Gunn-directed flick. The famous red flowing cape of Superman has been added to the side of Queens Park Boating Shed. It challenges passers-by to 'Look Up', the tagline for the new film, in which David Corenswet will play the hero for the first time. The project is in partnership with the Shawlands Business Improvement District (BID), which was 'super excited to reveal the amazing new mural' today. The team have been hard at work to complete the mural (Image: Shawlands BID) READ MORE: HUGE new mural being painted in Glasgow city centre by well-known artist Jonny McDonald from Shawlands BID said: "It's been great fun working with the team behind this project to bring the Superman mural project to Shawlands. "With so many sites vying for the murals across the UK and Ireland, we knew Shawlands was a perfect fit, and we were delighted when Warner Bros. agreed! "Thanks to all the hard work from the volunteers and businesses who supplied staffing to get the site prepped and cleaned for the mural to be installed. "All the businesses in the BID are heroes in our eyes, and now we look forward to the next big project!" Some fans have been down posing at the mural already (Image: Shawlands BID) READ MORE: Glasgow parents buying 'anti-theft device' for kids' dolls that're 'stolen at school' Superman will be DC Studios' first feature film to hit the big screen, and is set to soar into theatres worldwide this summer, on July 11. They say that 'In his signature style, James Gunn takes on the original superhero in the newly imagined DC universe with a singular blend of epic action, humour and heart, delivering a Superman who's driven by compassion and an inherent belief in the goodness of humankind.' New Superman mural appears in Glasgow ahead of movie release (Image: Shawlands BID) The film stars David Corenswet (Twisters, Hollywood) in the dual role of Superman/Clark Kent, Rachel Brosnahan (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult (the X-Men movies, Juror #2) as Lex Luthor. The colourful mural also shows the skyline of Metropolis, where the hero's tale takes place. Shawlands BID have asked any fans heading to the mural to snap their best Superman pose and tag them on social media.
Geek Tyrant
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Clint Eastwood Explains Why He's Not Done Directing Movies at 95 — GeekTyrant
Clint Eastwood may be 95, but retirement? That's not in the script. After the release of Juror #2 in 2024, many assumed the legal thriller would mark Eastwood's final bow as a director. The film performed well with both audiences and critics, and whispers swirled about it being his swan song. But, Eastwood recently put those rumors to rest in an interview with Austrian newspaper Kurier (via Reuters), sharing why he plans to keep calling the shots behind the camera. 'There's no reason why a man can't get better with age. And I have much more experience today. Sure, there are directors who lose their touch at a certain age, but I'm not one of them.' Since the 1950s, when he first appeared on the small screen in Rawhide , Eastwood has never stopped evolving, first as a Western icon, a great actor, then as a bold, thoughtful filmmaker. His directorial debut Play Misty for Me in 1971 kicked off a career filled with character-driven dramas, moral complexity, and a refusal to play it safe. From Unforgiven to Mystic River to American Sniper , Eastwood has proven he love being a filmmaker and telling stories. Even now, Eastwood's approach hasn't changed. When asked about the current wave of franchise fatigue and reboots, he responded: 'We live in an era of remakes and franchises. I've shot sequels three times, but I haven't been interested in that for a long while. My philosophy is: do something new or stay at home.' Eastwood, meanwhile, remains focused on telling fresh stories with something to say. His most recent effort, Juror #2 , is another reminder that he's still chasing creative challenges rather than coasting on past glories. What's next? According to Kurier, Eastwood is in solid physical health and already in pre-production on his next project. The man simply doesn't slow down. And, and I guess, why should he? If anything, Eastwood is showing us what a lifetime of storytelling experience looks like and he refuses to stop and I love that about him. He's not just defying expectations about age, he's outworking most people half his age.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Clint Eastwood Says Hollywood Has Too Many Sequels: Where Is the Next ‘Casablanca'?
UPDATE: In a statement to Deadline on Monday, June 2, Clint Eastwood disputed ever giving the interview with the Austrian newspaper Kurier and called the comments in it 'entirely phony.' 'A couple of items about me have recently shown up in the news,' Eastwood told Deadline. 'I thought I would set the record straight. I can confirm I've turned 95. I can also confirm that I never gave an interview to an Austrian publication called Kurier, or any other writer in recent weeks, and that the interview is entirely phony.' More from IndieWire Luca Guadagnino Attached to Direct AI Business Comedy 'Artificial' for Amazon MGM Austrian Publication That Ran 'Phony' Clint Eastwood Interview Cuts Ties with HFPA Member Author ORIGINAL STORY: Clint Eastwood wants Hollywood to only greenlight original films instead of relying on sequels and franchise installments. The auteur, who yes, did have his own franchise with five 'Dirty Harry' films, clarified that after directing features for decades, he now sees the value in standalone works instead. The 'Juror #2' director told Austrian newspaper Kurier, as translated by Reuters, that Hollywood has to exit the 'era of remakes and franchises' to usher in new classics. 'I long for the good old days when screenwriters wrote movies like 'Casablanca' in small bungalows on the studio lot, when everyone had a new idea,' Eastwood said. 'We live in an era of remakes and franchises. I've shot sequels three times, but I haven't been interested in that for a long while. My philosophy is: do something new or stay at home.' Eastwood credited the studio system for inspiring his directing career, which began in 1971 with 'Play Misty for Me,' in which he also starred. His enduring legacy will continue so long as he can still make movies, the Oscar winner assured. 'As an actor, I was still under contract with a studio, was in the old system, and thus forced to learn something new every year,' Eastwood said, 'and that's why I'll work as long as I can still learn something, or until I'm truly senile.' He added that he has no plans to retire and will still be working 'for a long time yet,' saying, 'There's no reason why a man can't get better with age. And I have much more experience today. Sure, there are directors who lose their touch at a certain age, but I'm not one of them.' Eastwood previously told The Metrograph that he doesn't reflect on past films too much. 'If I'm happy with it, that's it. As far as if anybody else has a different feeling about it, well that's theirs. I'm sure I've had disappointments. If I did, I wouldn't dwell on them,' he said, adding of his film legacy as a whole, 'That would be up to them, to the audiences, to answer. Up to the people on the outside. I just kind of go along. I consider this, again, emotional. It comes upon you. You have a story, you make a movie of it. You have to just go for it. If you think too much about how it happened you might ruin it. I go back and look at films I've made, and I could easily ask, 'Why the heck did I make this?' I don't remember! It might have been a long time ago…' Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie Nicolas Winding Refn's Favorite Films: 37 Movies the Director Wants You to See
Observer
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Observer
Clint Eastwood at 95 on film-making: do something new, or stay home
Hollywood star Clint Eastwood urged fellow filmmakers to come up with new ideas as he approaches his 95th birthday this weekend, observing in a newspaper interview that the movie business is now full of remakes and franchises. Oscar-winning director Eastwood told Austrian newspaper Kurier he planned to keep working, saying that he was still in good physical shape and hopeful that no one would have to worry about him in that regard "for a long time yet." Eastwood's most recent film, legal drama "Juror#2", came out in the United States last year and the newspaper said he was currently in the pre-production phase for another movie. When asked for his view on the current state of the film industry, the star of movies such as "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly" and "Dirty Harry", and director of dozens of films including "Unforgiven" and "Million Dollar Baby", said: "I long for the good old days when screenwriters wrote movies like 'Casablanca' in small bungalows on the studio lot. When everyone had a new idea," according to the German text of the interview published on Friday. "We live in an era of remakes and franchises. I've shot sequels three times, but I haven't been interested in that for a long while. My philosophy is: do something new or stay at home," added Eastwood, who will turn 95 on Saturday. Asked where he got his energy from, Eastwood said: "There's no reason why a man can't get better with age. And I have much more experience today. Sure, there are directors who lose their touch at a certain age, but I'm not one of them." Eastwood, who made World War II thriller "Where Eagles Dare" in Austria with Welsh actor Richard Burton in the late 1960s, told the paper the secret to his success was that he had always tried something new as a director and an actor. "As an actor, I was still under contract with a studio, was in the old system, and thus forced to learn something new every year," he said. "And that's why I'll work as long as I can still learn something, or until I'm truly senile." —Reuters
