James Gunn recently offered some additional information about his upcoming release Superman: Legacy films on social media. It’s here that he reveals the Superman comic had a “huge influence” on the film he is writing and directing. That comic is the Superman for all seasons run. He shared on social media:
“Just received this gorgeous Absolute edition of Superman for All Seasons, one of my favorite Superman stories and a huge influence on Legacy (and an eerily perfect bookend to All-Star Superman). Tim Sale’s amazing artwork and Bjarne Hansen’s watercolor work has never looked better, nor have Clark & Ma & Pa. Jeph Loeb’s elegant, confident story still sings.”
So if you want a look at the visual style and plot and tone that Gunn might go for for his film, check out this comic. The comic chronicles some of Superman’s early adventures, including leaving Smallville for Metropolis and battling his enemy, Lex Luthor.
Superman for All Seasons is a coming-of-age tale, with four separate stories centering on Clark coming to terms with his powers, his connection to Smallville, and the influence of those around him – particularly his parents, Lois Lane and Lana Lang – around him. he.
It’s also worth noting that this comic also served as inspiration for the 2000s TV show Smallville.
Superman: Legacy will tell the story of “Superman’s journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent of Smallville, Kansas. He is the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way, guided by human kindness in a world that sees kindness as old-fashioned.”
David Corenswet he has since been cast in the role of Clark Kent/Superman, and has been paired with him Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nathan Fillion as Green Lantern, Isabela Mercede like Hawkgirl, and Edi Gathegi as Michael Holt/Mr. Terrific.
Superman: Legacy will launch the cinematic portion of DC Studios’ Gods and Monsters: Part 1. It is expected to start in early 2024 and is scheduled for theatrical release on July 11, 2025.
I just received this gorgeous Absolute edition of Superman for All Seasons, one of my favorite Superman stories and one that was a huge influence on Legacy (and a strangely perfect bookend to All-Star Superman). Tim Sales’ latest, stunning artwork and Bjarne Hansen’s watercolors have… pic.twitter.com/Rasns26uIz
—James Gunn (@JamesGunn) September 20, 2023
by Joey Paur
Source: Geek Tyrant
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