James Gunn's Superman is arriving in theaters worldwide this week. Not only does it introduce the Man of Steel of this generation, but it will also mark the official launch of the new DCU franchise.
The film couldn't come at a more appropriate time, as we are living in a moment where there is political division in our society and conflicts in various parts of the world. Do we really need the symbol of hope to be the superhero of today? Is Superman the perfect hero that we can look up to at this specific moment in time?
After seeing the film, Gunn has proved that we really need this film today more than ever.
Why We Need the New Superman Movie Today More Than Ever
Gunn's Superman focuses on a Superman who just wants to do good, whether it's rescuing the citizens of Metropolis who are about to get hit by a falling object or not wanting to kill his enemies. He believes in doing the right thing and not wanting to hurt others, even if it's imperfect.
However, most people today can't help but get cynical due to the political polarization that is happening around us and the dominance of authoritarianism in various parts of the world.
There's also the endless debate among the fandom on whether Superman is a boring character or not, since he is an overpowered hero and has a clear moral stance that might not be fascinating for those who want more dimensions in the personality.
The film also had political undertones as some fans pointed out that several aspects of the story mirror what is happening today in the Israel-Gaza conflict, and it also dealt with a man-child billionaire who wants to rule the world, which reminds them of a certain billionaire in real life who may have a similar agenda.
Gunn has also made it clear that Superman is an "immigrant story," and his take is not far away from what was envisioned by the creators of the character.
So with all these factors in, why do we need Superman today more than ever? The answer is simple: the hero brims with hope and optimism. He promotes good morality and principles, which are what our society might lack at the moment and what more people need to have.
With the dark times that we are living in, all we can look for is hope and optimism, and perhaps there is someone like Superman in real life who could bring us to that path.
Despite the conflicts and wars that are happening in some parts of the world, there are a lot of figures who are promoting peace and want to do good for society. Superman is a good reminder that there is someone out there who can still fight for them and promote what is right.
It remains to be seen whether the new Superman movie will indeed give hope and optimism to the audience, and whether it will inspire them to do more good in the world and fight for peace. Or it will only be seen as a piece of entertainment.
Nevertheless, it is the perfect time for the Man of Steel to arrive in our world. Hopefully, he will be seen as a glimmer of hope in these bleak times and a reminder to always do good. It might be too earnest for some, but perhaps, that's what we truly need right now.
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