Did James Gunn Just Save Superman? I Had to Find Out...

In this episode of WN Movie Talk, despite my long-standing vow to boycott superhero movies, I reluctantly dive into James Gunn’s Superman. But let’s be honest: Superman has always been a guilty pleasure of mine, and I couldn’t resist seeing how the Guardians of the Galaxy filmmaker would handle DC’s most iconic hero.The result? A bold swing away from the bleak, joyless tone of the Snyderverse. With David Corenswet stepping into the cape, Gunn aims to bring back hope, heart, and some much-needed colour. Rachel Brosnahan is on board as Lois Lane, bringing sharp wit and gravitas, while Nicholas Hoult looks to be a very different kind of Lex Luthor—more sinister mind than muscle. And with characters like Hawkgirl, Mister Terrific, and even a version of Green Lantern (played by Nathan Fillion), this reboot is packed with promise… but does it work?I also run through the trailers I saw before the film, which, let’s just say, weren’t exactly overflowing with originality (spoiler, they’re all basically remakes or reboots dressed up as “new releases.) We’re truly living in the age of recycled blockbusters, and I’ve got a few thoughts on that too.So is Gunn reinventing the superhero genre… or just polishing up a turd? Either way, this film pulled me back in when I thought I was out. Drop a comment if Superman is your guilty pleasure too, or if you're totally over superhero movies. And don’t forget to like, subscribe, and check out the full WN Movie Talk podcast wherever you get your pods!#JamesGunn #Superman2025 #DCUniverse #DavidCorenswet #RachelBrosnahan #NicholasHoult #SuperheroFatigue #MoviePodcast #DCReboot #LexLuthor #LoisLane #CinematicUniverse #GuardiansOfTheGalaxy #WNMovieTalk #FilmReview #TrailerReaction Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Unroll the film reel and grab your popcorn! Welcome to the WN MOVIE TALK PODCAST – formerly We Need To Talk About Movies – where host Trev dives deep into the captivating world of cinema. Whether you’re a seasoned cinephile or just love a good movie night, this podcast delivers over 100 episodes of fun, insightful film talk. From breaking down directors’ debut films to exploring the golden eras of the 70s and 80s, Trev leaves no stone unturned. So for movie history, film trivia, and directors insights, this is the podcast for you.With recurring segments like Films I Own but Haven't Watched Yet and the in-depth 007 Project, there’s always something fresh to discover. Trev, now flying solo, brings his inner film geek to the forefront with every episode, previously joined by friends Nath, Stan, and his brother Robin. So, whether you're looking to expand your film knowledge or just want to reminisce about the classics, this podcast is your go-to destination. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.