‘We Are Now 100% Done.’ James Gunn Wraps On Superman As Kevin Smith Praises His ‘Really F–king Smart’ Take On The Man Of Steel

Since James Gunn announced he’d be working on Superman, fans like me have been curious about how the Guardians of the Galaxy director would put his own spin on The Man of Steel. In contrast to previous portrayals, Richard Donner’s version was grand and optimistic, Bryan Singer’s a bit more somber, and Zack Snyder’s more brooding. Now that Gunn has finished his DC film, director Kevin Smith is already praising the “extremely intelligent” approach Gunn will bring to his portrayal of Superman.

James Gunn Has Confirmed That Superman Is Wrapped

It turned out fortunate for James Gunn as he finished his script before the 2023 WGA Writers Strike commenced. After the strikes concluded in September 2023, DC’s announcement about Superman confirmed that the film was still scheduled for its July 2025 release date.

Currently, Gunn is excitedly dishing out updates about the upcoming “Superman” through Threads, and I can’t help but feel ecstatic for him.

We’ve completed our final visual effect shot and inserted it into Superman, making us 100% done with the project. A big thank you to all my collaborators – it’s been a pleasure working together! For everyone else, I can’t wait for you to catch the movie in theaters on July 11th.

I’m just as excited! It’s undoubtedly a massive sigh of relief for James Gunn to announce that his film is complete and set to captivate audiences globally. With each passing day, I envision the box office earnings climbing higher than Superman himself, and Kevin Smith shares this sentiment too.

Kevin Smith Is Already Sending His Praises For Superman

It’s well-known that Kevin Smith, director, writer, co-producer, and actor of “Clerks”, is an ardent fan of Superman. In 1996, he was planning to pen a film about the legendary character, titled “Superman Lives”, but unfortunately, the project was abandoned due to production difficulties behind the scenes before it could become a major DC movie.

Initially, the director of “Dogman” was quite excited about James Gunn’s new movie, especially when they heard about this fresh take on “Superman.” He even went as far as calling him “remarkably gifted.” In an interview with Deadline, Smith further expressed his admiration for Gunn, describing the upcoming summer film as “extremely intelligent.

By presenting him as if he’s being interviewed by a tenacious journalist, particularly Lois Lane, adds a charming touch. However, this approach also encourages him to address aspects of his character that were never considered before, but are now crucial given our politically charged times. This tactic not only enhances the movie’s appeal, but it also suggests that it could potentially generate an enormous profit.

According to Kevin Smith’s interpretation, the perspective in his analysis seems to be influenced by the epic Superman trailer, which portrays Lois Lane questioning Clark Kent/Superman about his actions. In this scene, although he emphasizes that he prevented a war, she corrects him, suggesting that it was actually initiated when he broke the law by entering a country without permission.

This method is remarkably “intelligent,” as it demonstrates that even figures symbolizing hope and saving lives can face repercussions when the media twists stories. Thus, I completely concur with Smith’s initial perspective on Gunn’s portrayal of Superman.

As a die-hard fan of cinema, I can hardly contain my enthusiasm with Superman’s latest adaptation on the horizon! After witnessing Kevin Smith’s palpable excitement about its upcoming release, I can only imagine the wave of anticipation sweeping through the fandom.

In previous iterations, Superman has grappled with a balance between light and dark personas. However, James Gunn’s vision seems to be an intriguing blend of both extremes, promising to capture the exhilarating highs and crushing lows that embody the complexities of being a hero.

Be sure to catch the highly-anticipated DC film as soon as it premieres in cinemas on July 11th.

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2025-06-06 18:07