Don't fast forward this one: My 'Superman' trailer reaction

I've been pretty tired of comic book movies in the last few years, primarily because of the flood of Marvel movies that have been released. The more recent movies failed pretty hard - i.e. "Madame Web," "The Marvels," and "Dark Phoenix" for instance. I certainly wasn't eager to see those. "Captain Marvel" from 2019 was also just plain terrible. 

When it comes to DC movies, well, I've been a little more partial to them probably because I was more familiar with DC superheroes in my youth. They've stuck with me. 

This upcoming and highly anticipated "Superman" movie, scheduled for release in July of 2025 is directed by James Gunn who also directed my most favorite Marvel movies, "Guardians of the Galaxy" Vol.1 and 2. So, "Superman" has my attention. I also shared my thoughts on "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" on an earlier post.

With the movies DC Comics has released in the last 10 years, there have been a respectable number of hits.  

I thoroughly enjoyed director Zack Snyder's cut of "Justice League" - all four hours of it. I gave it a positive review for a column I used to write in a local newspaper. 

The 2023 movie "The Flash" was enjoyable enough for me, primarily because I wanted to see Michael Keaton in his 1989 Batman outfit one more time. And it gave me what I wanted! I walked away satisfied seeing Keaton as Batman one more time. Anyone who read my comments on Tim Burton's 1989 movie "Batman" may remember I have a special place in my heart for "Batman."  

I've become not-so-hateful towards 2016's "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice." It has grown on me, and I want to watch it again. 

I enjoyed 2017's "Wonder Woman" though its 2020 sequel "Wonder Woman 1984" was disappointing. Lastly, the 2019 DC movie "Shazam!" was surprisingly very enjoyable! It's 2023 sequel, "Shazam! Fury of the Gods" was a big miss in my book despite a few good things it had going for it.  

Otherwise, I've lost most of my interest in the stuff Marvel has been coming out with. The best days of Marvel's Cinematic Universe (MCU) is past. The fatigue is real. With DC seemingly not making as much of a desperate attempt to keep up with the MCU and just doing its own thing on its own time, I'm more excited to see what they come up with as far as movies go. And this trailer grabbed my attention like it did with millions of other movie-goers. 

Superman is the most American superhero out there. That attribute needs to shine through in this movie, especially with our social climate being what it is. That patriotic mentality certainly helped make 2022's "Top Gun" sequel "Top Gun: Maverick" one of the best movie sequels ever made. That movie is fantastic!

I think Superman needs to maintain his stance for "truth, justice, and the American way" in this upcoming flick. Ten years ago, to think otherwise of Superman would seem far-fetched. But that was ten years ago.

The trailer starts with Superman crash landing in a frozen wasteland, beaten severely thus creating a sense of urgency. What or whom could possibly beat up Superman so badly? Doomsday is my only guess. 

Anyways, pumping "Superman" with the all-too-commonplace woke ideology and anti-American sentiment and shame is my biggest concern for where this movie might go. The 2022 movie "The Batman" with Robert Pattinson leaned a bit in that direction as I recall, leaving a bad taste in my mouth. Even folks who don't read comic books can still get behind Superman, especially as a figure of Americana.

Otherwise, based on this trailer, "Superman" looks like it'll be a fun and enjoyable movie. Superman looks like Superman. It has all the appearances of what a Superman movie ought to be. In other words, it looks like it'll meet expectations! That's my prediction.

David Corenswet as Superman in the upcoming movie, "Superman."

I think my opinion is pretty much the same as that of most people from what I've seen online. 

David Corenswet is cast as Superman alongside Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner (Green Lantern), Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. Seeing Krypto, too, is a welcomed move for producers to include. No doubt Krypto will bring the movie plenty of marketing opportunities. After all, Krypto proved to be popular in "League of Super Pets" (2022). 
Corenswet was recently in the successful movie "Twisters" - a sequel to the 1996 "Twister." And Brosnahan had a successful run on "House of Cards." 

Hoult certainly isn't a bad actor. I enjoyed his performance in the 2019 movie "Tolkien" in which he played the lead role of "Lord of the Rings" author J.R.R. Tolkien. I also enjoyed his performance in the 2022 comedy horror movie, "The Menu." 

So, all in all, I think the cast in this new "Superman" is pretty solid. 

Like everyone else, no doubt, I'm anxious to see where this movie fits in. Is it a reboot, or does it have a place within the rest of the recent DC movies? If it's a reboot, I'm ok with that. 

As classic and foundational a film it is, I think the 1978 movie "Superman" with the late, great Christopher Reeve, has a mediocre storyline. "Superman II" is a much better film. In fact, it's one of my favorite all-time superhero movies. "Superman III" is...umm...well, it has Richard Pryor! And "Superman IV: The Quest for Peace" is a tired and feeble snore-fest. 

I also thought 2006's "Superman Returns" was sorely lacking though Brandon Routh as Superman was a good casting choice. I saw "Man of Steel" (2013) upon its release, and don't remember much about it. I guess I ought to check it out again. 

So, I'm o.k. with a reboot. Regardless of what kind of movie "Superman" turns out to be (reboot or continuation), from the looks of this teaser trailer, it leans heavily towards the possibility of being a well-made and worthwhile flick. It certainly packs a lot in for a movie simply called "Superman." I can't wait to see it.