SUPERMAN star Rachel Brosnahan teases a modern-day Lois Lane dealing with fake news and the death of journalism

The arrival of James Gunn Superman it looks like it will deliver a great new superhero story while tackling timely issues at the same time.

The teaser trailer gave fans a fun glimpse of Metropolis and its iconic Daily Planet newsroom, but according to Rachel Brosnahanwho plays Lois Lane, this iteration of Superman’s world dives into some modern challenges facing journalism.

At a recent press event, Brosnahan shared his admiration for the character and talked about how the new film brings Lois Lane into today’s landscape of media sensationalism and fake news.

Brosnahan said: “She is an ambitious, courageous, hungry and determined person to make the greatest story possible at almost any cost. I’ve always loved this character and was so excited about the opportunity to bring all those things that are true about her into each iteration.

Lois Lane’s profession has always been central to her identity, and Brosnahan highlighted how the evolving definition of journalism gives the character a unique ability to remain relevant for decades.

“One of the things I love about this character is that, almost more than any other character in these comics and films, she evolves to fit what it would mean to be an intrepid journalist in every generation or every decade in which she’s introduced. .

“Today we live in a world where print journalism for some is perhaps a dying art form, and she is someone who has dedicated her whole life to it.”

In Superman: Lois fights to keep journalism alive and chases the truth in an age saturated with misinformation. Brosnahan hinted that her portrayal of Lois will highlight the journalist’s determination and refusal to back down.

“She’s someone who doesn’t understand what the word ‘no’ means, and that’s motivating for her. We definitely see that side of her in this movie.”

SupermanThe teaser trailer for is now online. The film has a release date of July 11, 2025.

Via: CB