Superman (2025) - Curtains for Comic Book Movies?

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MOVIE DISCUSSION: 

Shirleon joins Melvin to discuss Superman (2025), James Gunn's latest superhero feature and first of the new DC Studios flicks! The two explore what they like, what they didn't like, how there's an earnest hope in this modern, live-action iteration of Clark Kent/Superman, and if they're excited for any upcoming DC Studios projects. And, because he likes numbers, Melvin breaks down the finances for 2025's comic book movies. 

Topics: 

• (PATREON EXCLUSIVE) 30-minutes discussing McDonald's entirely "AI" produced Christmas-themed commercial, how it was taken down after receiving intense backlash, and the many philosophical issues regarding "art" made by AI. (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)
• Shirleon feels pretty mid-to-good about Superman (2025).
• Melvin keeps it simple and starts with what he likes followed by his dislikes.
• There's a nostalgia that feels imbued within the style of the film.
• Are comic-book movies washed? Let's look at some numbers.
• Adjusting for inflation, Iron Man nearly cost the same to make as Superman (2025), yet the former outpaces the latter in being a "franchise starter" by a wide margin.
• Superman (2025) is the most profitable superhero movie of 2025, but it still didn't do crazy numbers at the box-office. Has the "superhero fatigue" officially set in?
• Why it's nice to watch a protagonist who is kind and hopeful.
• Discussing the ending and if they're interested in future DC Studios films.

Recommendations: 

• R.E.P.O. (2025) (Video Game)
• Rewatch a movie you love!

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