James Gunn rejects traditional superhero origin stories for iconic characters, favoring narratives that begin mid-journey. In this latest Superman film, Kal-El is introduced during his early days as a hero rather than starting from his well-known origins. This approach allows for character growth exploration without redundancy. Gunn’s vision also establishes groundwork for expanding the DC Universe, planning to spotlight other characters like the Justice Society and the Green Lantern Corps. Notably, the upcoming Supergirl film will similarly avoid repetitive origin storytelling, aligning with this fresh narrative strategy.
Gunn emphasizes that audiences are familiar with the origins of iconic characters and advocates for starting stories without rehashing basics. "I don't need to see pearls in a back alley," he stated.
This new Superman narrative introduces Kal-El in a midway point of his hero journey, allowing exploration of his development as a character without revisiting the origin.
The film sets up further expansions in the DC Universe, introducing significant elements like the Justice Society and Green Lantern Corps, targeting a broader narrative.
The upcoming Supergirl film will also skip the typical origin story framework, mirroring Gunn's approach to Superman and other characters in the new DC continuity.
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