https://www.scmp.com/rss/522022/feed The latest news and top stories on James Gunn. Known for his distinctive filmmaking style blending horror comedy and superhero genres, he successfully revitalised Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy franchise. He has a background in screenwriting, directing and producing, with notable works including The Suicide Squad and the Emmy-nominated series Peacemaker. As co-CEO of DC Studios, his role is primarily creative, overseeing the development of the relaunched DC Universe. His responsibilities... en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com James Mottram James Mottram Predicting the movie business is a fool’s errand, but with a new year under way, let us start with a moment of cautious optimism: 2026 could be a great year for cinema. Last year, with artificial intelligence (AI) encroaching on the industry and ticket sales still trailing pre-pandemic levels, there was much soul-searching. This year, cinema is boldly heralding the theatrical experience, with heavyweights Christopher Nolan, Steven Spielberg and Denis Villeneuve all back with new films. Behind... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3338872/hollywood-2026-movies-and-bigger-china-focus-dunesday-heres-what-expect?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3338872/hollywood-2026-movies-and-bigger-china-focus-dunesday-heres-what-expect?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:15:09 +0000 SCMP Reporter SCMP Reporter If all this hot and soggy weather has thrown a spanner in your outdoor plans this weekend, do not despair – there is a heap of indoor events occurring to tide you over. Cinephiles can catch the latest Superman film, while K-pop fans can enjoy a unique festival that turns live concert experiences into immersive cinematic screenings. If K-fashion is more your thing, head to Times Square in Causeway Bay for a pop-up that celebrates hip brands from South Korea. Bars citywide are also hosting a range... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3317790/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-july-11-13-superman-k-pop?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3317790/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-july-11-13-superman-k-pop?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Jul 2025 02:54:18 +0000 Associated Press Associated Press In true Clark Kent form, the new Superman would like to correct the record. David Corenswet gave an interview to Entertainment Weekly in 2019 where he said his “pie-in-the-sky ambition” was to play Superman. At that point, the role was not on the market. And Corenswet, a graduate of the New York performing arts school Juilliard and a native of the US city of Philadelphia, was just making a name for himself in the industry, with roles in two Netflix series: The Politician and Hollywood. Tall,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3317515/who-david-corenswet-new-superman-actor-journey-sky-high-superhero?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3317515/who-david-corenswet-new-superman-actor-journey-sky-high-superhero?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:15:06 +0000 James Mottram James Mottram Created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, Superman has been with us, in comic form at least, since 1938. But it was only when Christopher Reeve took to the skies in the 1978 film Superman that people truly took notice. After mixed fortunes in the era of directors Bryan Singer and Zack Snyder, this week the superhero flies back into cinemas – played by David Corenswet – in James Gunn’s Superman. As the Man of Steel fights foes (and a PR battle), it is a chance to relaunch the character as part of... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3317517/10-best-superman-movies-ranked-including-james-gunns-new-take-david-corenswet?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3317517/10-best-superman-movies-ranked-including-james-gunns-new-take-david-corenswet?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 09 Jul 2025 09:15:07 +0000 Hyewon Lee Hyewon Lee Nicholas Hoult has made headlines for debuting an edgy blond look ahead of the release of his new film. Superman, the first opus from James Gunn’s relaunched DC Universe, is set to premiere on July 11. The 35-year-old British actor plays Lex Luthor, one of the most well-known villains in the comic book’s history, who was previously portrayed by late Hollywood star Gene Hackman in 1978, and Michael Rosenbaum in the TV series Smallville. During the film’s ongoing press tour, the Nosferatu star... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3317350/5-nicholas-hoults-best-looks-superman-press-tour-his-red-carpet-fits-included-ultra-modern-pieces?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3317350/5-nicholas-hoults-best-looks-superman-press-tour-his-red-carpet-fits-included-ultra-modern-pieces?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 08 Jul 2025 10:00:11 +0000