The Critics Club: Superman Review (With Special Guest Louis)
Geoff and Louis dive deep into James Gunn’s Superman, breaking down everything from the casting of David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan to Lex Luthor’s darker edge. They debate how this version stacks up against Man of Steel, gush over the film’s standout score, and discuss the impact of new characters like Krypto. Plus, the duo looks ahead to the future of the DC Universe—Clayface, Supergirl, Lanterns, and more.
00:00 – Welcome + Guest Intro
Geoff welcomes Louis, and the duo set the stage for a spoiler-heavy conversation.
05:00 – Initial Reactions
Louis convinces Geoff to give Superman a fair shot after his skepticism, tracing back to Man of Steel and Guardians of the Galaxy 2.
15:00 – Casting & Chemistry
Thoughts on David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman, Rachel Brosnahan’s Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult’s manic Lex Luthor.
25:00 – The Standout Moments
The emotional beats with Krypto, the fresh take on Superman’s humanity, and why the score sticks in everyone’s head.
40:00 – Villains & Visuals
The metamorpho character design, Green Lantern’s debut, and perfect casting news—yes, Jason Momoa as Lobo comes up.
55:00 – Plot, Themes & Gunn’s Direction
They debate James Gunn’s tone, story choices, and how this Superman compares with Snyder’s version.
1:10:00 – Future of DC Films
What comes next: Supergirl, Brave and the Bold, Swamp Thing, and why Batman 2 and Clayface could set the tone for the next era.
1:20:00 – Final Thoughts
A heartfelt moment about introducing Superman to the next generation—and what the film means to them.
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