James Gunn's Superman has arrived — but does it fly?
In this week's episode of The Economy of Nothing, Mike and Mike pull apart the latest DC reboot, examining everything from plot structure to Lex Luthor's questionable plan.

They debate Superman's characterization, Jimmy Olsen's sidelined role, and the film's uneven tone — balancing sincerity with Gunn's trademark irony.
The conversation also dives into broader questions about modern superhero fatigue, CGI dependency, and what storytelling looks like when perfection becomes boring.

Highlights include:

• The promise and pitfalls of James Gunn's direction

• Lex Luthor's flawed plan (and redemption?)

• Superman's inconsistent moral core

• Why the action doesn't land (literally)

• The future of superhero movies in a post-Gunn landscape

By the end, the question remains — did this reboot save the Man of Steel, or just repolish the myth?

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Initial Banter
00:25 Superman Movie Discussion Begins
01:57 Plot Breakdown and Critique
03:22 Character Analysis and Performances
26:36 Villains and Their Impact
38:51 Final Thoughts and Criticisms
43:45 CGI and Camera Work in Modern Films
44:41 Superman's Unrealistic Action Scenes
46:44 Jimmy Olson's Character Arc
51:41 Lex Luthor's Flawed Plan
55:14 Superman's Characterization Issues
58:49 Comparing Superman to Other Superheroes
01:06:37 The Future of Superhero Movies
01:22:36 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up