Fans of the DC Comics films demanded director James Gunn be fired after Henry Cavill announces his departure from the 'Superman' films.
that he would not return as the blue caped superhero in Warner Bros. Discovery's DC Comics-based Universe, saying he"respects" what Gunn and producer Peter Safran are trying to build. Gunn had said in a statement that the next"Superman" movie will focus on the hero's"earlier years."
DC Comics fans made their feelings known on Twitter through the hashtag #FireJamesGunn and #BoycottWB. "Imagine having one of the most beautiful superhero costumes, a gorgeous theme produced by the legendary Hans Zimmer, a story of discovery, coming of age and rise to the greatest superhero of all time, and an actor beloved by fans, and seeing it all discarded? #FireJamesGunn," another said.
"Our choices for the DCU are based upon what we believe is best for the story & best for the DC characters who have been around for nearly 85 years. Perhaps these choices are great, perhaps not, but they are made with sincere hearts & integrity & always with the story in mind. No one loves to be harassed or called names – but, to be frank, we’ve been through significantly worse. Disrespectful outcry will never, ever affect our actions.
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