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They're Literally Angry at Superman for Being Nice

How James Gunn's comments about "basic human kindness" triggered a predictable right-wing media meltdown.

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Parker Molloy
Jul 08, 2025
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So apparently Superman believing in “basic human kindness” is now controversial. Who knew?

James Gunn, director of the new Superman film hitting theaters this Friday, recently sat down with The Times of London for an interview about his take on the Man of Steel. His crime? Describing Superman as “the story of America” — specifically, as an immigrant stor…

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