REACTIONS on the new Superman trailer’s CGI
- “The CGI in that Superman movie is worse than The Flash, bro” — @Wtf_Brucewayne complains that the digital effects look “goofy” and “cheap,” even calling back to The Flash’s most maligned moments (twitter.com).
- “Difference is the CGI is way better on Superman than The Flash” — @V3Cyclone pushes back, arguing the film’s FX at least outpace its DC predecessor (twitter.com).
- Other reactions range from dismay—“I had SUCH HIGH HOPES for this”—to comparisons of Corenswet’s wide-angle look to an AI swap, echoing debates sparked when James Gunn defended the visuals in interviews (people.com).
The online verdict is split but skewed negative—many viewers expected a CGI upgrade for Superman’s big return and instead got another round of “Flash-style” digital slip-ups, hence the tongue-in-cheek “Flash 2.0” label. The heat on X suggests DC can’t shake its VFX reputation, and fans are already calling on Gunn and his team to deliver cleaner effects before the July release.
Fans were abuzz when James Gunn dropped the first full trailer for Superman (2025)—but not all the buzz was praise. Released on YouTube four weeks ago, the trailer showcased David Corenswet’s Superman soaring over icy landscapes and confronting a menacing Metropolis skyline. Visually striking? Yes. But when it comes to the Man of Steel’s face and flight sequences, the response on social media has been… mixed.
Early Backlash & Gunn’s Defense
Within hours of the trailer launch, fans on X seized on a single lingering shot of Corenswet’s face in flight, accusing the VFX team of over-reliance on CGI. Comparisons to past DC misfires—most notably The Flash—were inevitable. One meme dubbed the trailer “Flash 2.0,” a tongue-in-cheek dig at the 2023 film’s famously uneven digital effects (tiktok.com). Director James Gunn swiftly addressed these concerns in interviews and a tweet, insisting there was “absolutely zero CG in [Corenswet’s] face” and attributing any oddities to the wide-angle lens required for the dynamic shot (people.com).
“Flash 2.0” Memes Take Over
The “Flash 2.0” nickname exploded into a viral trend. On X, @Wtf_Brucewayne railed, “The CGI in that Superman movie is worse than The Flash, bro,” while @V3Cyclone countered, “Difference is the Superman CGI is way better than The Flash”—proof that the conversation is anything but one-sided . TikTok creators jumped in too: clips mocking Superman’s aerial close-ups and cheeky “2.0” text overlays have racked up hundreds of thousands of views, with comments like “DC just can’t shake its VFX demons” and “Can’t wait to see if the film fixes this before July!”
Evolution of the Debate
As more leak reels and second trailers surfaced, the chatter evolved from pure derision to tempered optimism. A sneak-peek TV spot introduced Krypto dragging an injured Clark Kent back to the Fortress of Solitude, complete with practical effects by Legacy Effects. Fans on r/DC_Cinematic praised the “fun robot medics” and “puppy cameo,” arguing that these scenes hint at a balanced mix of practical and digital work in the final cut (reddit.com). Meanwhile, Reddit threads titled “Expect big CGI changes from the Superman teaser to the actual movie” predict that post-production tweaks will polish the most jarring moments (reddit.com).
What’s at Stake
With Superman’s July 11, 2025 release date looming, DC Studios’ first Chapter One: Gods and Monsters entry carries huge franchise expectations. Positive or negative, the “Flash 2.0” meme underscores one universal truth: fans care deeply about how their heroes look and feel. A refined VFX pipeline could turn skeptics into believers—James Gunn’s swift defense shows the studio is listening. And if the final trailers and early screenings deliver smoother effects, there’s every chance the “2.0” moniker will be reclaimed as a badge of technical evolution rather than a punchline.
Continuing the Conversation
Whether you’re here for the memes or the metaphors, the Superman VFX saga is just getting started. Keep an eye on DC’s next official trailer (here’s a fan-made “final trailer” concept and the studio’s updates on social channels. By July, we’ll see if Superman can truly rise above the shadow of The Flash—and perhaps give fans a new superhero CGI gold standard.
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