Director James Gunn, fresh off the release of his Superman reboot, dismissed claims the film is overly “woke.” When pressed by Entertainment Weekly about tone, he responded he’s still trying to figure out what’s supposedly so politically loaded.
In interviews, Gunn emphasized that at its heart, Superman is about basic kindness—a quality he believes used to define America more than it does today. He also framed the Man of Steel as an immigrant figure, speaking to the character’s origins and broader themes of acceptance.
Gunn maintains the movie isn’t a veiled political statement—it celebrates universal compassion. He challenged critics to point out what’s truly objectionable, urging that if kindness is the problem, “screw them.” The film has sparked a fierce culture war online, but Gunn remains confident in his moral lens.