The Naked Fun in The Superhero Cinematic Civil War Thread - Part 61

[Lily Adler]

I mean, Superman didn't crack a single dick joke. So, your wrongness train begins

Your phrasing concerns me... Who said the dick joke?

 

[DarthSkywalker]

They'll be included in the #GunnCut

The Gunt.

 

[Drizzle]

This movie could do a lot of things wrong and I'd live. But as soon as I heard this in the leaks a few months back it was like the one thing that could actually ruin this for me. That it goes as far as it does really murders any hype I had.

And I saw a few leaks but surprisingly not that one. For something as heavy as Jor-El being a villain, the movie really doesn't spend much time on it at all.

 

[AndrewGilkison]

And I saw a few leaks but surprisingly not that one. For something as heavy as Jor-El being a villain, the movie really doesn't spend much time on it at all.

I assume Gunn doesn't want to box himself in with that, and he's leaving it open to be followed up upon in another movie?

 

[DarthSkywalker]

And I saw a few leaks but surprisingly not that one. For something as heavy as Jor-El being a villain, the movie really doesn't spend much time on it at all.

That makes it sound like it's in the movie to either:

Spoiler

a) set something up for later.

or

b) Mr. Found Family wanted to do his same shtick again. Look at how he handles families in his other material.

 

[Lily Adler]

Quick question is this true?

 

[Drizzle]

That makes it sound like it's in the movie to either:

Spoiler

a) set something up for later.

or

b) Mr. Found Family wanted to do his same shtick again. Look at how he handles families in his other material.

I assume Gunn doesn't want to box himself in with that, and he's leaving it open to be followed up upon in another movie?

Spoiler

It could all just be a complete misunderstanding.

 

[Ninjablade]

Your phrasing concerns me... Who said the dick joke?

I don't think there was one and if there was, I missed it.

 

[Ninjablade]

I assume Gunn doesn't want to box himself in with that, and he's leaving it open to be followed up upon in another movie?

It kind of needs to be expanded upon considering Supergirl is around. I just don't think it will be. The film kind of moves on and ties a little bow to cap it all off. If there wasn't a Supergirl movie coming down the line, I'd believe they'd revisit it more.

 

[KaijuDude1992]

Well despite not everyone loving it I'm still very much excited to be checking out Superman this Thursday and so far I'm glad that the majority of the buzz is pretty positive.

I also just finished rewatching the Christopher Reeves movies and will try to get to Superman Returns tomorrow and eventhough those later movies aren't nearly as good as the first two movies I still do like them for the most part thanks to the returning cast.

Reeves charm and charisma just made him instantly likeable and very relatable in that role especially as Clark and I honestly forgot how much fun the late great Gene Hackman was as Lex Luthor in those movies.

Hopefully Corenswet and Hoult can become equally iconic in those roles although I know they are bringing something very different to the table with their iterations.

 

[Sithborg]

So based on the recent spoiler discusion...

Spoiler

MAWS Jor-el remains the best Jor-el

 

[flickchick85]

My heart is so full right now. That movie was EVERYTHING.

 

[Ninjablade]

My heart is so full right now. That movie was EVERYTHING.

So very happy you enjoyed it!

 

[DarthSkywalker]

Well despite not everyone loving it I'm still very much excited to be checking out Superman this Thursday and so far I'm glad that the majority of the buzz is pretty positive.

I also just finished rewatching the Christopher Reeves movies and will try to get to Superman Returns tomorrow and eventhough those later movies aren't nearly as good as the first two movies I still do like them for the most part thanks to the returning cast.

Reeves charm and charisma just made him instantly likeable and very relatable in that role especially as Clark and I honestly forgot how much fun the late great Gene Hackman was as Lex Luthor in those movies.

Hopefully Corenswet and Hoult can become equally iconic in those roles although I know they are bringing something very different to the table with their iterations.

Christopher REEVE

George REEVES

 

[flickchick85]

It kind of needs to be expanded upon considering Supergirl is around. I just don't think it will be. The film kind of moves on and ties a little bow to cap it all off. If there wasn't a Supergirl movie coming down the line, I'd believe they'd revisit it more.

It felt EXTREMELY left open to me. Not that it bothers me either way - I've lived with Jor-El being a shady/questionable dude most of my life in comics and other media. He can go either way as far as I'm concerned, which is why I've never been remotely attached to that character. The Kents ARE Superman's heart and soul to me. You dismiss them or screw them up, you've ruined him, period. But it still feels to me like the whole Kryptonian side of things is gonna be more explored in Supergirl, as Gunn has essentially confirmed it will be in a more sympathetic light since that was Kara's whole world. I think the message of the story they told HERE was beautiful regardless.

 

[Ninjablade]

It felt EXTREMELY left open to me. Not that it bothers me either way - I've lived with Jor-El being a shady/questionable dude most of my life in comics and other media. He can go either way as far as I'm concerned, which is why I've never been remotely attached to that character. The Kents ARE Superman's heart and soul to me. You dismiss them or screw them up, you've ruined him, period. But it still feels to me like the whole Kryptonian side of things is gonna be more explored in Supergirl, as Gunn has essentially confirmed it will be in a more sympathetic light since that was Kara's whole world. I think the message of the story they told HERE was beautiful regardless.

I certainly hope so!

 

[SwordOfMorning]

Not a value judgment at all and I like both but FC and I’s diametrically opposed Superman tastes are always so funny. I have never felt a single strong emotion about the Kent’s but Jor-El/Lara stuff always gets me RIGHT in the feels. The opening panels of All Star, the end of Birthright, prologue of ‘78 and honestly even MoS.

 

[Sithborg]

I am happy for any Superman (or FF fan) who enjoys these movies.

[cries in corner over X-men]

 

[Shinobi Shaw]

I am happy for any Superman (or FF fan) who enjoys these movies.

[cries in corner over X-men]

 

[titansupes]

I took the day off (and the next couple). This is truly my Christmas in July.

I literally did the same thing. Tomorrow (day/night of my screening) and then next day just for the heck of it.

 

[titansupes]

I love that Joey is suppose to be a badass.

The funniest thing about that is they originally offered it to... Chandler. He turned it down and recommended Joey.

 

[Spider-Fan]

My heart is so full right now. That movie was EVERYTHING.

Glad you enjoyed it FC! Hoping you finally get your DC universe

 

[Flint Marko]

My heart is so full right now. That movie was EVERYTHING.

Won't lie this is probably the main review I care about so very happy to see it worked out

We have tickets to a Friday showing but our AC unit busted meaning our baby sitter situation will fall through, so really hoping we can get it fixed in the next day or so. I can't wait to see it and am avoiding spoilers like the plague.

 

[Lily Adler]

Christopher REEVE

George REEVES

 

[Lily Adler]

I am happy for any Superman (or FF fan) who enjoys these movies.

[cries in corner over X-men]