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James Gunn Defends 'Superman' Amid 'Woke' Backlash

7/22/2025

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James Gunn's upcoming "Superman" film is stirring controversy, with right-wing media branding it "woke" due to its immigrant themes. Gunn defends the film's message of kindness, highlighting the stark contrast with today's political climate. Critics like Amanda Marcotte assert this backlash is part of a larger conservative agenda to distort American values and ignore the character's rich history.

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James Gunn's upcoming "Superman" film is stirring controversy, with right-wing media branding it "woke" due to its immigrant themes. Gunn defends the film's message of kindness, highlighting the stark contrast with today's political climate. Critics like Amanda Marcotte assert this backlash is part of a larger conservative agenda to distort American values and ignore the character's rich history.