James Gunn's 'Superman' Action Scenes Were Inspired By 'Top Gun: Maverick'

Story by Ernesto Valenzuela

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James Gunn's 'Superman' soars to new heights, borrowing high-flying inspiration from the blockbuster 'Top Gun: Maverick'.

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Gunn drew direct influence from the aerial stunts and dogfights in 'Top Gun: Maverick' to craft the action sequences for his new 'Superman' film.
Insiders say the 'Superman' movie will feature some of the most ambitious and thrilling midair battles ever seen on the big screen, raising the bar for superhero spectacle.

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