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Warner Bros. Unveils Extended Superman Movie Sneak Peek
Warner Bros. presented an exclusive preview of the upcoming Superman film at this year’s CinemaCon, and the studio has now made the footage available online. The clip largely centers on a severely injured Superman (portrayed by David Corenswet) pleading with his canine companion, Krypto, to pull him home as he is unable to walk or fly.
Comedic Yet Morbid Scene Unveiled
While presented with comedic undertones, the scene depicting Superman’s body being dragged, seemingly with multiple broken bones, carries a somewhat morbid quality. The sequence takes a decidedly more unusual, yet intriguing, turn as Krypto transports Superman to a creatively envisioned Fortress of Solitude. Here, a team of robot medics in capes stand ready to administer treatment.
Key Characters Featured in New Footage
Alongside a striking shot of the robots concentrating solar energy to heal Superman, the trailer provides extended glimpses of other significant characters. These include Lois Lane (Rachel Brosnahan), Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult), Hawkgirl (Isabela Merced), Mister Terrific (Edi Gathegi), Metamorpho (Anthony Carrigan), and Guy Gardner (Nathan Fillion).
A Whimsical Superhero World Coming Soon
Director James Gunn is clearly betting on audiences embracing a more eccentric and whimsical portrayal of the superhero realm. This approach may prove successful when Superman debuts in theaters on July 11th.