David Ayer Faces Backlash for Supporting Superman

David Ayer has faced backlash from certain fans after expressing support for James Gunn's upcoming Superman film, urging his followers to pause their campaign for the release of his own director's cut of Suicide Squad on the day of the trailer's launch. Ayer stated that he wants to support fellow filmmakers and expressed excitement about the new Superman project, which marks a new direction for the DC Universe. Despite his intentions, he received death threats and accusations of being a 'traitor' from some fans of the previous DCEU, leading him to announce a temporary break from social media. Ayer defended his position, emphasizing the importance of optimism in storytelling and the personal impact of comic book characters during his childhood. The controversy highlights the ongoing tensions within the DC fan community, particularly between supporters of Zack Snyder and those embracing the new direction under Gunn. Ayer's experience reflects the challenges filmmakers face in navigating fan expectations and loyalties within franchise politics.