Expectations are sky-high, as director James Gunn ("Guardians of the Galaxy") launches what is set to be the foundation of a brand-new cinematic universe for DC. Giant monsters, robots - and flying dogs"When I was a kid and I started reading comic books,

The $225 million-budgeted tentpole has the lofty ambition of relaunching the DC Universe after the last iteration of the comic book universe had flamed out with a string of costly bombs, including “The Flash,” “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom,” “Shazam: Fury of the Gods” and “Blue Beetle.”

Superman hasn’t had this much charm and personality since Christopher Reeve made you believe a man could fly.

Superman star David Corenswet has been praised by director James Gunn for not taking his yelled instructions “personally” on the set of the comic book reboot. Known for his work on Guardians of the Galaxy and The Suicide Squad, Gunn is believed to have auctioned 400 actors for the film’s titular role.

After years of uncertainty around the character’s future on screen, “Superman” finally returns in a movie that feels both fresh and faithful. James Gunn delivers a reboot that captures the heart of what makes Superman so iconic (his unwavering hope, kindness, and strength), while also updating the world around him with style and humor.

New "Superman" director James Gunn discussed how the film addresses politics, morality, and immigration while highlighting the character's belief in human kindness.

Writer-director James Gunn is good for eye-popping and colourful action scenes and effects, but there’s nothing innovative here.

James Gunn's Superman reboot has been met with a barrage of negative reviews from critics who have branded the film "pointless," "cluttered," and a "migraine of a movie." The Guardian awarded the film just two stars,