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James Gunn's 'Superman' movie is corny. Which is why it gets Superman right

By Glen Weldon

Published July 10, 2025 at 2:27 PM MDT

Every era gets the Superman it needs. James Gunn's version — sincere, inspiring and idealistic — will make you want to cheer.

Glen Weldon

Glen Weldon is a host of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour podcast. He reviews books, movies, comics and more for the NPR Arts Desk.

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