James Gunn's 'Superman' (2025) revitalizes the DC universe with a blend of heart and action. The film balances comic-book spectacle with real-world issues. But is it to your liking? Let's dive in and find out.

Despite the vibrant action and scattered charm, Superman fails to re-establish the emotional core the DC franchise once had. It stretches itself thin trying to be everything, yet leaves behind very little that lingers.

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.