As Hollywood’s go-to guy for all things superhero and nerd culture, Kevin Smith isn’t afraid to give an honest take when it comes to any projects coming from that world. The news about DC Studios head James Gunn directing a new Superman film was no different. Smith championed Gunn taking over as he commented on the upcoming Superman: Legacy.
During his podcast Fat Man Beyond, the Chasing Amy director gave his thoughts on Gunn directing the new Superman film. Of course, Smith is no strange to the Man of Steel, having written the abandoned 1990s film Superman Lives. His co-host Marc Bernardin brought up the news, calling it the “worst-kept secret in Hollywood.” The hosts mentioned the Guardians of the Galaxy director confirming the information in a touching tweet about the film’s release date coinciding with his late father’s birthday. After reading Gunn’s tweets, Smith praised his fellow filmmaker by commenting on the latest Superman entry.
