David Corenswet's image as Superman in the latest TV spot for the superhero movie has stirred debate among fans because of his facial feature that critics deemed awkward.
- January 29, 2025
AceShowbiz - Fans have been buzzing since the release of a new 30-second TV spot for James Gunn's upcoming "Superman" movie. Instead of being mesmerized by the breathtaking scenes, viewers have been fixated on Superman's face, prompting a flurry of reactions across social media.
In the ad, titled "Icon," Corenswet's Superman flies through a frozen tundra. Fans attributed Corenswet's awkward googly-eyed face to alleged CGI manipulation and some even compared it to artificial intelligence-generated images.
Director James Gunn swiftly refuted the claims, stating, "There is absolutely zero CG in his face. People's faces can look different when you put a wide angle lens up close." He further emphasized that the background and Corenswet were "100% real."
Despite Gunn's clarification, numerous memes poking fun at Corenswet have flooded the internet, with fans replacing the actor's face with various characters like Mr. Bean to further exaggerate the image.
Despite the criticism, the director remained steadfast. His version of DCU will kick off with the upcoming movie set for a theatrical release on July 11. The cast includes Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Isabel Merced as Hawkgirl, and Milly Alcock as Supergirl.
