James Gunns Struggle to Capture Supermans Flight: A Teaser Shot Fiasco
The upcoming "Superman" film has been generating a lot of excitement among fans, but one particular teaser shot has left even the director, James Gunn, feeling uneasy. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Gunn admitted that an unfinished shot of Kal-El flying through an arctic landscape "kind of got by" him in an early teaser. The shot in question, which follows Superman as he soars through the arctic, was criticized for its unnatural appearance. The camera switches angles to cover Superman's face as he does a barrel roll, but the resulting shot of him flying straight at the camera is particularly jarring, with actor David Corenswet's visage looking strangely static and warped. Gunn explained that the shot was a combination of a photograph of a drone flying in front of an actual background, and while all the pieces were real, they were incorporated in a "funky way." He admitted that he didn't look as closely at the TV spot as he would a full trailer, and the shot faced broad criticism at the time of its release. Despite the criticism, Gunn has never depicted flight on a character as graceful as the Man of Steel before. He has directed flying superheroes in his "Guardians of the Galaxy" trilogy, but he has never faced the challenge of depicting Superman's flight with such "simplicity and elegance." Gunn has since removed this particular shot from the film, but fans will have to wait until July 11 to see how he handles Superman's flight overall. The director spoke about the difficulty of capturing the essence of Superman on screen and how he strives to bring out the best in every shot. In conclusion, while the teaser shot may have left some fans disappointed, it's clear that James Gunn is committed to delivering a high-quality film that captures the spirit of Superman. With his experience directing other superhero films and his dedication to perfection, fans can expect a thrilling and visually stunning experience when "Superman" is finally released.
