Concerns Arise Over Early Reactions, But History Shows It’s Too Soon To Judge
Warner Bros’ highly anticipated Superman, helmed by James Gunn, is facing a storm of mixed buzz following private screenings. Reports from insiders like John Rocha and Jeff Sneider suggest the reactions have been less than stellar, sparking debates about the film’s potential success.
According to Sneider, sources close to the project claim the feedback has been worrisome, though Gunn himself downplayed these rumors, describing ongoing work as simple “pickup shots” rather than extensive reshoots. Despite this, insider comments paint a complex picture: the movie reportedly features a tone reminiscent of Captain America: The First Avenger and The Mummy, with standout performances—particularly from Nicholas Hoult—balancing an unfinished VFX-heavy landscape.
Rocha added that the movie has “the least amount of humor of any Gunn film,” though humor is still present. Early viewers predict audiences will find it satisfying enough to sustain Gunn's DC Universe reboot plans.
However, incomplete VFX (reportedly just 30-40% finished) and ongoing production tweaks mean the final product may differ significantly from these initial impressions. Gunn’s past projects, like Guardians of the Galaxy, faced similar early skepticism but went on to achieve blockbuster success.
Test screenings have been misleading before—Greta Gerwig’s Barbie overcame early skepticism to become a cultural phenomenon, while movies like Superman Returns and Man of Steel failed to deliver despite promising buzz. With seven months until release, the fate of this $300M+ gamble is far from sealed.
For fans and skeptics alike, it’s a waiting game. If Gunn’s track record is any indication, there’s still hope for Superman to soar past the early turbulence.
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Source: World Of Reel
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