SupermanC. Fresh — a Superhero standout

The launchpad for James Gunn's rebooted DC Universe. Superman earned strong reviews (Certified Fresh, with a Golden Tomato mention) and a solid $619 million global gross, though the bar for superhero profitability remains high.

David Corenswet is winning praise for a performance that channels Christopher Reeve's warmth without imitating it. Rachel Brosnahan's Lois Lane is sharp and contemporary.

Verdict: The best Superman film since 1980. Yes, including Man of Steel. Gunn's instinct for ensemble tone and faithful comic-book sweetness makes this the DC reset fans have been waiting for.