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James Gunn himself has admitted that the new Superman movie is highly political. Scenes depict Superman as a hero acting outside traditional bureaucratic constraints—intervening in conflicts, cracking skulls, and stopping wars without necessarily obtaining government approval. This depiction contrasts sharply with the older, more restrained and patriotic portrayals.
In one scene, Superman is portrayed as being harassed by government officials and police agents—depicted as ICE agents—highlighting a tension between individual heroism and government authority. Critics suggest this framing aligns Superman with anti-woke, anti-establishment sentiments, positioning him as a figure fighting against government overreach or bureaucratic red tape.