'Storytelling is always king' - James Gunn's vision for superman in a unified DC universe unveiled!
James Gunn and Peter Safran reveal plans for a revamped DC Universe, including a new Superman film scheduled for 2025, a Wonder Woman prequel, and more.
Source: People
"Storytelling is Always King" - James Gunn and the Daring Rebirth of Superman in a Unified DC Universe
Ah, superheroes, our modern myths and legends! But even among these bright and shiny caped crusaders, there's something timeless and everlasting about Superman. Now, hold onto your capes, folks, because we're flying headfirst into James Gunn's exciting plan for the Man of Steel in a revamped DC Universe.
A Universe Reimagined - Gunn and Safran's Grand Plan
James Gunn, known for his cinematic marvels (pun totally intended), and Peter Safran are not merely dusting off old storylines. No, they're going all-in on a bold and creative reimagining of the entire DC Universe, as reported by AP News.
In all, Gunn and Safran have unfurled the super-cape for five new films and five new series with an overarching theme called "Gods and Monsters." They're aiming to transform the DC Universe into a cohesive entity over the next eight to ten years. It's a cinematic makeover that's poised to give the Warner Bros.' comic book empire a fresh, new sheen.
"Superman: Legacy" - The Return of the Man of Steel
With Henry Cavill having departed the role of Superman (sorry, Henry fans), the world awaits the unveiling of the next Man of Tomorrow. Gunn's slate for DC will launch with "Superman: Legacy" on July 11, 2025. This film, which Gunn is writing, delves into the complex dynamics of Superman balancing his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing. Talk about an identity crisis!
"I knew that this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that's very different," Gunn explained in a video message, emphasizing that the uniqueness of storytelling and creativity is paramount. "Storytelling is always king. That's all that matters to us."
DC's Universe: The New and the Bold
Besides Superman, the revamped DC Universe will witness exciting twists and turns. We're talking a Batman movie that doesn't star Robert Pattinson, a Wonder Woman prequel, and even a standalone film for the Swamp Thing. We'll also see the all-women island birthplace of Wonder Woman featured in a drama series titled "Paradise Lost."
Gunn, after directing Marvel's "Guardians of the Galaxy," jumped to DC and became part of the major supervillain film "The Suicide Squad." He, along with Safran, intends to breathe life into the upcoming DC films.
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