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A significant part of the discourse was driven by fans themselves, who shared edits depicting what the image could have looked like with slight adjustments. Brightened colors, sunnier backgrounds, and more iconic poses transformed Corenswet into what many considered a more fitting and inspiring Superman.
For instance, some edits offered a version of Superman standing under a bright sun, his costume glowing with optimism, as opposed to the moody, subdued tone of the official shot. These edits reinforced that a simple change in lighting and color palette could dramatically alter the perceived tone of the image.