DC Studios co-chief James Gunn addresses online criticism regarding Superman's expression during a flight sequence in a recently released TV spot.
A new 30-second promotional video features previously unseen footage: Lex Luthor exiting a helicopter in a snowy landscape, potentially searching for the Fortress of Solitude, and Superman performing a barrel roll during high-speed flight.
The scene sparked debate, with some viewers suggesting Superman's face appears unusually still, contrasting with the movement of his hair and cape. Speculation of flawed CGI ensued. However, Gunn clarified on Threads that the shot utilized no CGI on Corenswet's face, attributing the effect to the close-up wide-angle lens used. He confirmed the Svalbard, Norway location was entirely real.
The director's explanation hasn't entirely quelled the discussion. Comparisons to the flight sequence of Adam Warlock in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (also directed by Gunn) continue. Despite the controversy surrounding this brief clip, anticipation for the Superman film remains high.
Superman is slated for release on July 11, 2025, marking the inaugural film of the DCU's Chapter One: Gods and Monsters. For further details, IGN offers analyses covering the DC heroes and villains in the trailer, Gunn's comments on Krypto's personality, the film's thematic focus on hope, and more.
