Meet David Corenswet, cinema’s new Superman
Superman has reached a point where he must confront what it means to do good and seek justice in a complicated world where many, especially the infamous Lex Luthor, question his intentions.
“We get to really discover what are his flaws, what are his opinions, what are his ideals. I think we get a very intimate look at his relationship with Lois. I also think that it’s a bigger movie than it’s ever been told with Superman before,” Gunn said.
Gunn’s vulnerable Superman is someone simply wanting to make the world a better place in an attempt to be accepted by his adopted homeland. He quickly learns that despite his super strength and metahuman abilities, he cannot do it all on his own.
David Corenswet said in recent interviews that Gunn’s first instructions to him were to “work on his shoulders and his vulnerability.” Rather than transform into Superman, leaning into his own humanity and inner self is what led Corenswet to find the character.
“Any fantasy I had of transforming into this character sort of got dashed by James’ desire, I think, for me to bring a little more of myself to the role,” Corenswet told The Associated Press.