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Warner Brothers is clearly aiming to build a fresh, revitalized DC Universe (DCU). This new direction is rooted in creating a whole new era for the iconic superhero franchise, distinct from previous iterations. Interestingly, this effort stands in contrast to some recent Marvel and Disney entries—several of which cost significantly more to produce yet underperformed at the box office, incurring larger losses. In this landscape, Gunn's Superman managed to surpass these competitors financially, highlighting the complexities of evaluating a film’s success solely on its budget or box office gross.