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The Rise and Fall of James Gunn’s Vision for the DC Universe

The Promising Beginning and Initial Hype

When James Gunn was announced as the creative force behind the rebooted DC film universe, many fans and industry insiders saw it as a potential turning point for the faltering franchise. Gunn, best known for his success with Guardians of the Galaxy, was heralded as the savior who could bring a fresh, humorous, and cohesive vision to DC’s chaotic cinematic history. His appointment sparked excitement, with hopes that he would overhaul years of mismanagement and patchwork storytelling.