Superman 2025 made smarter money moves, but Man of Steel still stands taller in the long run. Profit margins may win a battle, but home video, licensing, and timing made Snyder’s film the real financial heavyweight.
What Happened to the Krypto Golden Biscuit Winners? Nothing.
The Krypto Golden Biscuit Sweepstakes was supposed to be a charming throwback. Instead, it vanished without a winner, a whisper, or a second thought. With odds that bordered on absurd and a prize nobody seems to have claimed, the whole thing feels like a marketing stunt that never understood its audience — or its timing.
Why the “Woke Superman” Outrage Is Completely Made Up
The backlash against James Gunn’s Superman isn’t about the movie — it’s about content. Critics are calling it “woke” because Clark Kent dares to be kind, thoughtful, and human. There’s no agenda here, just a character trying to be good in a world where being good is complicated. And that, apparently, is enough to set the internet on fire.
Why Superman Needs to Fly Higher Than Just Ticket Sales
Superman (2025) isn’t just a reboot—it’s a stress test for the entire future of the DC Universe. With massive expectations, polarizing fan reactions, and sky-high financial pressure, the film needs to be more than just a box office hit. From inflated comparisons to Man of Steel to the unexpected merchandising push behind Krypto the Superdog, this post dives into why the movie’s real battle isn’t just on the screen—it’s for the survival of a franchise.
Superman Slows Down + South Park Explodes + Odyssey Leaks | HWAD 07.02.25
Welcome back to Hollywood After Dark, your nightly breakdown of the wild, weird, and just plain unpredictable world of movies and TV. Tonight’s episode dives headfirst into six massive stories shaking up the entertainment industry, and none of them are pulling punches. First up, Christopher Nolan’s next epic The Odyssey has had its teaser trailer … Continue reading Superman Slows Down + South Park Explodes + Odyssey Leaks | HWAD 07.02.25
James Gunn’s Superman Might Be Too Silly to Survive
James Gunn’s Superman (2025) might look bright and nostalgic, but underneath the Silver Age aesthetics and sci-fi polish, there’s a troubling lack of grounding. As a Xennial raised on sincerity and spectacle, I want this movie to work—but so far, it just feels like cosplay with a budget.
Spielberg Won’t Retire, Superman Feels Off, and Villeneuve Gets Dragged | HWAD 06.29.25
It’s another loaded episode of Hollywood After Dark, and this one’s got range—from living legends refusing to quit to billion-dollar franchises fumbling their tone. Here’s a breakdown of everything we covered in the June 29th episode: Mark Hamill’s Luke Skywalker Headcanon Hits HardNearly eight years after The Last Jedi, Mark Hamill is still having to … Continue reading Spielberg Won’t Retire, Superman Feels Off, and Villeneuve Gets Dragged | HWAD 06.29.25
The Batman Part II Script Is Done—and That’s Bad for Superman
Superman is supposed to relaunch the DC Universe, but Matt Reeves just handed in his Batman Part II script—and suddenly all eyes are on Gotham again. With The Penguin thriving on HBO Max and Superman marketing falling flat, DC may be watching its flagship hero get overshadowed before he even gets off the ground.
James Gunn and Kevin Feige Are Rebooting Their Childhoods
Superman and Fantastic Four are embracing Silver Age nostalgia, but for who? With flying dogs, surprise babies, and '60s throwback vibes, it feels less like a revival and more like two Gen-X creatives working through a midlife crisis—dragging audiences into a version of comic book history they may not even want.
James Gunn Is Half-Right About Why Movies Are Dying
James Gunn says the movie industry is dying because studios keep filming without finished scripts—but that’s only half the story. From improv-heavy classics like Iron Man to the rising cost of a single IMAX ticket, the real problem runs deeper than screenplays. It's about value, spontaneity, and a film culture that's pricing itself into irrelevance.
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