Snyder and Gunn, friends, have differing views on Superman, with Snyder favoring intense, dramatic portrayals and Gunn favoring a sunnier, sunnier one.
Okay, so the capes are passed, the torch is handed off, but man, the social media fight over Superman? It's still going strong! Zack Snyder's moved on, and Henry Cavill's given up his awesome cape. Now James Gunn's in charge, and David Corenswet's got the suit. So, what kind of Superman fan are you?
Snyder fans love his super intense, dramatic take, while Gunn fans are stoked for a sunnier Superman. Both sides are battling it out online, like siblings just swinging at the air. Funny thing is, this whole mess is for two guys who are actually friends and broke into the biz together, even if their styles are totally opposite! Zack Snyder and James Gunn have some really different ideas about Superman. Which brings us to the big question: Snyder versus Gunn – who nailed Superman? We know this is a minefield, so we're holding our judgment until we hear both sides. We promise not to just blindly cheer or nitpick everything. Let's check out the evidence for Zack Snyder first.
DC knew Snyder's bold, CG-heavy style from Dawn of the Dead and Watchmen. Choosing him for Superman took guts! His unique vision left an impression, giving modern Superman a strong, non-generic voice. The studio backed his DC Extended Universe with Man of Steel, though odd choices and tragedies later limited its potential.
Superman needed a fresh start in 2013. Snyder saw him as a mythic, savior-like god, focusing on his huge impact on humanity, not Clark Kent's mundane life. His Superman was a massive, gravitas-filled event, epic on IMAX.
Snyder's Clark Kent isn't grim, he just rarely gets to be himself! Henry Cavill's quiet Kal-El showed the isolation of godhood. Cavill's visual presence, or 'aura,' is unbeatable, thanks to Snyder's directing. Kal-El radiates power; his heat vision and flying are spectacular. Snyder's films upped action, mixing serious post-9/11 vibes with anime action. It was a gripping, influential mix, though not for everyone.
For those not impressed, now there's an alternative.
After the DCU fizzled, James Gunn stepped in, fresh off Peacemaker and Guardians 3. His films are known for charm, smart dialogue, and hope – exactly what Superman needed after gloomy years! Gunn's world is kinder, more colorful, like beloved TV versions. Superman, a symbol of hope, benefits from Gunn's broader appeal. His films are violent but fun first, proving Superman can be powerful and a blast!
Corenswet's Superman is more human and relatable than Cavill's, with supportive relationships. Gunn uses Grant Morrison's All-Star Superman as his guide, embracing its hopeful, colorful style. This Superman is pure, upbeat, and inspiring; he enjoys his battle. If Gunn can make you cry over a CGI otter, he'll make you feel for this alien!
Snyder's realism limited Superman's crazy comic book side, but the 'silly' parts always return! James Gunn, great at making 'dumb' comic elements cool, is confident embracing Silver Age wackiness. His Superman will have hypno-glasses, a super-dog, and cape-wearing robots – a vast toy box for future stories!
With that, the defense rests. But don't go up, up, and away just yet; we still have to hear the prosecution's case for why Zack Snyder and/or James Gunn ruined Superman forever.
Snyder's Superman choices were super divisive! Having him kill Zod, against Nolan's advice, alienated many fans and added little. Other 'oops' moments, like Pa Kent, Jimmy Olsen's death, or Lex Luthor, took weird, off-putting routes, making Superman feel strange.
Snyder's Superman is constantly sad, his DCU journey defined by death and disaster. This pervasive gloom, with unsettling 9/11-like destruction, made audiences uncomfortable. His films were somber, unlike upbeat DC hits. The DCEU story, marred by drama and tragedy, feels like a 'haunted' glimpse into a sad Hollywood failure.
Now, Gunn has the Herculean task of introducing an all-new cinematic universe while simultaneously doing justice to one of the most well-known and beloved characters in human history. If anyone can pull it off, it's him. But there are a lot of folks he still has to convince. And while it's a little too soon to rush into judgment on the DCU, we'll entertain a couple of legitimate concerns in the case against James Gunn.
Visually, Gunn might struggle against Snyder's unique style. While Gunn's Superman looks great, modern superhero films often feel 'polished by algorithm,' lacking bold looks. VFX industry pressure makes everything similar. Gunn's Superman might blend into the 'superhero crowd,' especially with other retro films. Even Gunn admits Superman is his first 'traditional' superhero movie, hinting at a safe, less innovative approach.
Gunn skips the origin, introducing Superman three years in, in an established DC universe. Unlike Snyder's 'historical event' take, this might make him 'just another cape.' Fans worry about Superman's relevance, fearing he'll struggle like other old franchises. Snyder captured majesty but lost joy. Gunn needs to balance this, using Superman as a role model who shines in a team, like Justice League Unlimited.
So, who's the better Superman? It's a tie game, folks! Picking Snyder keeps us in the past; picking Gunn means trouble! When it's this heated, sometimes you just gotta hug it out. Life's too short to argue a flawed question: there's no one 'right' Superman. He adapts! Every take is valid. Snyder and Gunn each made unique, lasting versions.
That's our take on the Snyder vs. Gunn debate! What do you think? Share your favorite Superman take, and stay tuned for the new DCU!
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