Gunn knows that the world has grown weary of comic-book film culture, and in the new “Superman” he’s out to reset not just one studio’s fortunes but the very idea of what a comic-book movie is.

The reboot of “Superman” that was released in theaters on Friday is already sparking intense discussions — and a fair bit of criticism — from right-leaning media figures, even before many have had a ...

Ozu served as more than just inspiration. Gunn’s pup also became the physical model for Krypto, who is computer-generated so he can do things like soar through the sky and attack villains.