James Gunn Defends Superman Teaser Amid Criticism of David Corenswet’s Appearance

The director clarified that no CGI was used on Corenswet's face, attributing the 'off' look to wide-angle lens distortion.

A new Superman teaser featuring David Corenswet received mixed reactions, with some fans criticizing his appearance as 'goofy' or 'off.'
James Gunn addressed the criticism, explaining that the distortion was caused by the use of a wide-angle lens for close-up shots.
Gunn emphasized that no CGI was applied to Corenswet's face and confirmed the background footage was shot on location in Svalbard, Norway.
The teaser, which aired during NFL games, highlights Superman flying over a frozen tundra and introduces elements like the Fortress of Solitude.
The film, set to release on July 11, 2025, marks a reboot of the Superman franchise and will launch a new DC Universe separate from the DCEU.