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Superman (July 11th, 2025)
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In the social media "poster" they have the theme lightly playing in the background. I like what I'm hearing. Sounds a bit like a blend of Hans and Williams. I'm glad that they didn't come out the gate using the Williams theme.Excited to see where this goes. Feels nice to get a whiff of hopefulness looking at a Superman poster.
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If we can just get some thrilling rescues and flying sequences again I'll be happy, and will be willing to forgive whatever other silliness Gunn has planned for this.
And enough with hitting us over the head with the messianic Jesus comparisons. We get it already. Lol
And enough with hitting us over the head with the messianic Jesus comparisons. We get it already. Lol
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Poster reminds me of the WW84 posters. Those were pretty cool. Too bad the movie didn't deliver.
The music sounded interesting until it sounded like Williams' theme.
I have a feeling this thread will meltdown when the trailer drops.
The music sounded interesting until it sounded like Williams' theme.
I have a feeling this thread will meltdown when the trailer drops.
It's not so much nostalgia. The Williams theme is the original. The song has character and easily recognizable. As soon as it starts playing everyone knows whose theme it is. Not as much so as the Man of Steel theme. The Williams theme is used in other media, it gets a lot of playing time. You can try and remake other themes like Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones, Ghostbusters, Jaws, Batman from 1989, Predator, Terminator etc., but the originals are always familiar and will be attached to those franchises.Can't deny poster looks beautiful and theme lowkey sounds as Man of Steel theme in the beginning lol Williams theme got Zimmer treatment? As I'm younger I don't really have nostalgic feelings about that theme so Idk why everyone is obsessed. MOS OST is a peak and nobody can change my mind.
Actually the poster was made as a call back to the original 1978 movie poster with the different color effects and Superman looking up. The song sounding like original is the best part. James Gunn even referenced Reeve frequently when talking about the movie. In fact the trailer release coincides with the release date of the Superman movie in 1978. Well the day after since he wants it closer to the holidays.
I will believe a man can cry.
As Jye did... when he saw Superman Returns.
I still can't get that out of my mind.
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Your avatar is your answer, Jye. 
jye4ever
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Great post.
. I'm hoping it's as funny as The Peacemaker and has some of James Gunn's favorite punk rock tunes.
Hmmm. The shield outline is red in that poster, not yellow. Design change or photoshop mishap?
abake
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About Williams' Superman theme being iconic; of course, like all the others you have mentioned they are instantly recognisable by a lot of people. However, we're talking about a couple of potential movie-going audiences that don't recognise Beatles songs, so it's not a given that because something is well-known and immediately recognisable for a 35+ audience, it'll be the same for the twenty-somethings and under, who this movie should really cater to. Perhaps I'm wrong, but it's something to keep in mind.
Also, I would point out that "Duel of the Fates" is probably just as recognisable as the original SW theme, which shows that you can (and probably should) work on creating new material that is as powerful as the old hits. I'm also not saying that they should've used the MoS theme, they should come up with their own iconic theme for this new Superman, give this new iteration its own personality and character.
So far, the inclusion of the Williams theme sounds like nostalgia pandering to me. But who knows, maybe it's just a small bit in an otherwise awesome score, so let's just wait to see and hear more.
This is a tricky one for me. It's the same character, so in all of the different iterations, the suit carries over and retains all of the recognisable elements, they've just had different interpretations. So why can't the music be the same? Same tune, different arrangement. If that's the characters look, why can't the character have a 'sound'?
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Like the James Bond theme? I'll buy that.
Exactly! Perfect example. I was thinking a younger, recast Indy movie, could you really not have that theme tune in an Indy film?
Exactly! I love the Williams theme, it's burnt into my soul but we should have learnt from Nolan's trilogy, Snyder's trilogy and even The Batman that new scores can be created for different versions of the character and they can be amazing.
Can you imagine The Dark Knight with Elfman's score? Or hell, Batman 1989 with the 66 theme.
Yes. Main one of multiple villains
I guess we'll find out soon enough if this trailer description is BS...
"The teaser trailer opens with Superman [crashing] into a snowy landscape, battered and struggling to rise. Silence breaks as he softly whistles, and Crypto bursts through the snow in response. Superman, resolute but in pain, whispers, 'Take me home.' The moment crescendos with a distorted electric guitar riff of John Williams’ iconic Superman theme—blending nostalgia with a modern edge."
"The teaser relies on visuals and music to carry its emotional weight, offering powerful glimpses of themes and conflicts rather than a clear narrative. Superman saves a little girl from an explosion, Clark Kent appears briefly at the Daily Planet, and Lois Lane shares a floating kiss with him, grounding their bond amid chaos."
"Lex Luthor looms ominously, hinting at darker plans, while the Fortress of Solitude reappears with its iconic crystal formations. Surprising moments include Superman clashing with Mr. Terrific, Hawkgirl’s blink-and-miss-it shot, and Superman walking stoically through a hostile crowd, unfazed as tension rises."
"The trailer shifts to hope: people in a desperate third-world setting rally under a Superman flag, a young boy whispering his name with reverence. Quick highlights add layers—Nathan Fillion’s Green Lantern exudes charisma, and a heartfelt porch moment with Pa Kent reveals Superman’s humanity. The teaser ends on a quiet yet powerful note: Superman and Lois stand together, hand-in-hand, looking toward the sky, embodying love, trust, and hope."
"The teaser relies on visuals and music to carry its emotional weight, offering powerful glimpses of themes and conflicts rather than a clear narrative. Superman saves a little girl from an explosion, Clark Kent appears briefly at the Daily Planet, and Lois Lane shares a floating kiss with him, grounding their bond amid chaos."
"Lex Luthor looms ominously, hinting at darker plans, while the Fortress of Solitude reappears with its iconic crystal formations. Surprising moments include Superman clashing with Mr. Terrific, Hawkgirl’s blink-and-miss-it shot, and Superman walking stoically through a hostile crowd, unfazed as tension rises."
"The trailer shifts to hope: people in a desperate third-world setting rally under a Superman flag, a young boy whispering his name with reverence. Quick highlights add layers—Nathan Fillion’s Green Lantern exudes charisma, and a heartfelt porch moment with Pa Kent reveals Superman’s humanity. The teaser ends on a quiet yet powerful note: Superman and Lois stand together, hand-in-hand, looking toward the sky, embodying love, trust, and hope."
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