The new Superman film has grossed $551 million at the worldwide box office since July 11, surpassing American Sniper. Director James Gunn describes Superman as a representation of America and emphasizes underlying themes of immigration and human kindness. Dean Cain, the 90s Superman actor, criticized the film for being too 'woke', but its box office success contradicts his claims. American Sniper, which has garnered $547.6 million globally, has faced scrutiny over its narrative and portrayal of Iraqis.
"Superman is the story of America... an immigrant [who] came from other places and populated the country. But for me it is mostly a story that says basic human kindness is a value and something we have lost."
"If you want to see a brave American fighting for freedom in this film, that's what you will end up seeing. If you want to see a narrative of 'white people are good and brown people are bad', you will end up seeing that instead."
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