Superman is super woke? How politics play into the new man of steel
Briefly

James Gunn's characterization of Superman as an immigrant has spurred debates, particularly among conservatives like Dean Cain and Kellyanne Conway. Cain acknowledges Superman's immigrant background but resists framing it as an American ideal, while Conway critiques the movie's perceived ideological messaging. The phrase 'the American way,' often associated with Superman, is actually a more recent addition that emerged during wartime and has never been essential to the character's portrayal. Overall, the immigrant narrative within Superman is a longstanding interpretation that may provoke baseless outrage from critics.
"Superman, as an immigrant story, encapsulates a narrative fundamental to America's identity—yet some critics resist this interpretation, claiming it politicizes the character."
"The phrase 'the American way' was not intrinsic to Superman; it was added during WWII for propaganda and has little basis in the character's original essence."
Read at www.theguardian.com
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