SUPERMAN Is ‘The Story of an Immigrant,’ Says James Gunn, and ‘Basic Human Kindness as a Value’

The article from Nerdist highlights that James Gunn's upcoming film, Superman, will focus on two central themes: Superman's identity as an immigrant and his fundamental kindness.

Gunn's approach will explore the duality of Superman's heritage—how he balances being the last son of the aristocratic Kryptonian society with his humble upbringing by Kansas farmers. The article frames this as a classic immigrant narrative, where an outsider must reconcile their ancestral roots with the culture that adopted them.

This marks a significant shift from recent, darker portrayals of the character. Instead of a conflicted, god-like figure, Gunn's version will emphasize "basic human kindness" and compassion as Superman's defining trait and greatest strength. His goodness is not a weakness but the very core of who he is, inspired by the love and values instilled by his adoptive human parents.

Ultimately, the article sees Gunn's vision as a hopeful and necessary return to the optimistic essence of the character, promising a film that champions decency and compassion.

Visit https://nerdist.com/article/james-gunn-superman-tells-immigrant-story-highlights-basic-human-kindness/ to read or listen to the article.

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