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Gunn's first major release, Superman, was hailed by mainstream media and paid influencers as a billion-dollar blockbuster, the biggest hit of all time. However, behind the glossy headlines, the reality seems far more bleak. The supposed "success" is undercut by a lack of actual audience engagement and box office data that doesn’t support the inflated claims. This discrepancy highlights a disconnect between promotional narratives and genuine audience response.