James Gunn Cuts Unfinished Superman Scene After Online Backlash

James Gunn, co-head of DC Studios and director of the upcoming 'Superman' film starring David Corenswet, revealed that a controversial wide-angle shot of Superman flying was cut from the final movie following social media backlash. The criticized shot, initially featured in a TV commercial, was an unfinished visual effects sequence combining a photograph of Corenswet's face with drone footage, resulting in a 'funky' and incomplete appearance that Gunn himself disliked. Although fans speculated the image was AI-generated or heavily CGI, Gunn clarified it was more of a placeholder that slipped through his review process. Gunn acknowledged distancing himself from social media due to the pressures of his role but still engages with fans, admitting that while feedback influenced the decision, his creative standards were the primary reason for removing the shot. Despite the controversy and some negative vocal fans of previous DC films, 'Superman' is projected to perform well at the box office and is expected to open the door for further DC Universe projects. The incident highlights the impact of social media reactions on modern filmmaking and marketing strategies.