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While critics acknowledge the presence of some woke elements—like diversity casting or social commentary—the core issue is that the film’s fundamental problem lies in poor storytelling and lack of focus on Superman himself. The critique is that the film is more of a parody of the character than a true depiction, with Gunn seemingly unsure of how to portray Superman as a symbol of hope and leadership. The political side of the critique is often brought up—arguments about woke politics are dismissed as a smokescreen for broader filmmaking incompetence.