Most know Superman’s story — or at least thinks they do. James Gunn’s “Superman” does so well to remind us why this story still matters, and why we still need it.

James Gunn admitted that he chose David Corenswet for 'Superman' because of his role in 'Pearl,' the second film in Ti West's slasher trilogy.

James Gunn's Superman, starring David Coresnwet as the Man of Steel feels to grounded to soar. Gunn's version of the caped superhero is too introspective and spends more time licking his wounds and beliefs rather than fighting the bad guys and simply being heroid.