The Journal. Can Superman Save Warner?
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Jul 11, 2025 
In this conversation, Ben Fritz, an entertainment industry expert from The Wall Street Journal, dives into the challenges and hopes surrounding Superman's $225 million reboot. He discusses how critical this film is for revitalizing the DC brand under Warner Bros. Discovery, contrasting it with Marvel's success. Fritz highlights Superman's screen evolution and the complexities of modernizing his narrative. He also touches on James Gunn's role in shaping the character's future, addressing generational divides in superhero fandom.
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Superman as Superhero Template
- Superman is the template for every other superhero and symbolizes truth, goodness, and old-fashioned values.
- He combines comic book elements with real-world moral dilemmas to remain relevant.
Superman's Challenges in Film
- Superman's godlike powers make it hard to create compelling challenges for him.
- Balancing his old-fashioned values with modern relevance is a core struggle in films.
DC's Importance to Warner Bros
- DC's success or failure heavily impacts Warner Brothers Discovery's overall value.
- DC is Warner's most valuable intellectual property, making its performance crucial for the company.