David Corenswet's slightly puppyish Superman radiates a joy in what he's doing, but he’s far from invincible. That lends the film emotional stakes.

The latest attempt at Superman's story is immensely ambitious, with overt politics and eye-popping action.

To be fair, a film bombing at the box office is going to have a significant impact on a director, studios, and more — but James Gunn is not at all worried. Gunn has been one of the biggest cheerleaders for the launch of the DC Universe,