James Gunn explains why the star of ‘X-Men’ and ‘Nosferatu’ was the role of Lex Luthor and not that of the man of steel
The New Movie Supermandirected by James Gunn (Galaxy Guardians: Volume 3), debut later this month with David Corenswet (Pearl) assuming the role of the iconic DC hero. But it is worth remembering that NICHOLAS HOULT(Nosferatu), who plays the villain Lex Luthor in the feature, initially tried to live Superman himself. And it came very close.
During a recent interview with the channel Jake’s Takes, Gunn revealed the backstage of the choice of the protagonist and why Souperdespite the recognized talent, it ended up outside the lead role.
“Most of the time, climbing a movie is finding the right person for the right role”Explained the filmmaker.“Nicholas Hoult took a test. He is a great actor. Some may say that he is better than David in certain ways, but he simply didn’t fit the way I saw this Superman. So he didn’t get the paper.”
Gunn He added that Souper He is an actor “more contained”What contrasted with the most“ loose ”energy he was looking for for the new Clark Kent. During the testing process, the director tested several combinations between candidates for Lois Lane and Superman to check chemistry on the scene, a decisive factor.
Rachel [Brosnahan, a Lois Lane] She is a very controlled actress. And David is more loose. This creates a different dynamic. Already Nicholas had great chemistry with another actress who tested for Lois and was less controlled. They balanced as opposite. ”
In the end, the vision of Gunn It asked for a more instinctive superman, to contrast with a more centered lois, and an even cooler and calculating Lex Luthor. That’s when Souper It ended up fitting perfectly: not as a hero, but as an antagonist.
What is the story of Superman?
Superman will accompany Superman/Clark Kent (David Corenswet, Pearl, Hollywood) In search of reconciling his Kryptonian heritage with his human creation. In the first previews disclosed, we have seen that the hero, despite using his powers to protect the earth and its inhabitants, is considered an outcast by many for not being born on our planet, which has resulted in criticism of their actions.
Who’s in the cast?
In addition to David Corenswet, SupermanIt is headed by Rachel Brosnahan (The wonderful Mrs. Morel) as Lois Laneromantic interest of the protagonist, and NICHOLAS HOULT(The great) as Lex Luthorgreat enemy of Superman.
Skyler Gisondo (Outstanding) as Jimmy Olsen, Isabela Merced (The Last of Us) as Gavião, Nathan Fillion (The Suicide Squad) as Green lantern, Edi Gathegi (Dusk) as Incredible sir, Anthony Carrigan (Barry) as Metamorph, María Gabriela de Faría (Isa tkm) as Engineer, Sara Sampaioas Eve Teschmacher, Frank Grillo (Captain America: The Winter Soldier) As Rick Flagg Mr. and Alan Tudyk(Rogue One: A Star Wars Story) as Superman Robot #4 complete the cast.
When debut Superman?
Written and directed by James Gunn (Galaxy Guardians: Volume 3), Superman, that marks the official launch of DC’s cinematic universe, debuts in Brazilian theaters from July 10, 2025. Watch the following novelty trailer:
Source: Variety
Also read:The utopian state that James Gunn hopes to reach with Superman
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