If you love DC superheroes and actively use social media, then you must be aware of the ongoing drama surrounding the “rumoured” early test screenings of James Gunn’s Superman, starring David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan. While prominent scooper Jeff Sneider has reported more negative reactions to the film, ComicBookMovie has a completely opposite take on the matter.
According to ComicBookMovie, the overall reactions to Superman have been highly positive, with the film being described as “Guardians of the Galaxy-level good.” Additionally, the movie is said to have a similar tone to The Mummy and Captain America: The First Avenger. However, some scenes reportedly still need better VFX, which is expected to be addressed, as there are still over six months before the movie’s theatrical release. The majority of those in attendance reportedly “loved the movie.”
That being said, it’s important to note that early test screenings are not always considered valid forms of authentic responses, as they typically take place months before the movie’s official release. This gives the filmmakers sufficient time to make adjustments to the final product.
Still, positive reactions to the test screenings are a good sign for Gunn’s Superman, especially since it’s the first major entry in the revamped DCU. The film needs to perform well to justify its existence and, in many ways, the very existence of the DCU itself. In addition to Corenswet and Brosnahan, the film stars talents such as Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nicholas Hoult, Isabela Merced, Nathan Fillion, Wendell Pierce, and more. Stay tuned for more updates.