In recent days, many theories have circulated about the mysterious masked villain who will face Superman in the next DCU movie.
Leaked footage from the set of Superman this week shows Muscle Man defeating the Man of Tomorrow and taking him prisoner along with Rick Flag Sr. and the Engineer. Larger than Superman and covered from head to toe, this antagonist has raised many questions, especially because of the mysterious “U” on his chest. Rumors circulating on social media suggest that Ultraman is a clone of Superman created by Lex Luthor. Although this theory seems correct, we believe that there is much more behind this behavior.
Four villains in one?
James Gunn may have combined the traits of four classic villains to create this formidable foe. Let’s see who they might be:
Doomsday: Although not green, Ultraman wears a suit of armor similar to the one worn by Doomsday, including goggles reminiscent of those worn by the unstoppable villain. We don’t expect Gunu to introduce Doomsday any time soon, but the character under the suit might transform into this monster in a future movie.
Ulysses: The color scheme and the “U” on the chest seem to be a tribute to Ulysses, who was sent to the fourth dimension by his scientist parents and who, after returning with incredible power, bravely tried to use them before following. Dark path.
Ultraman: If the rumors are true, Lex Luthor will create a clone of Superman to take down Metropolis’ alien guardian and this double will be in the DCU, unlike Ultraman from the comics who comes from another Earth to serve the US government. Clone, which makes sense after the wear and tear of multifaceted Flash.
Bizarro: Gunn shows his appreciation for Superman comics (as seen in Suicide Squad). When “Ultraman” is unmasked, we can see a deformed monster with a clear head for Bizzaro. Even though he doesn’t have the same funny clothes, his weird speaking style can stick.
A new twist on the DCU
With this mix of influences, Gunn seems to be taking the Superman reboot in an unexpected direction. Although this villain is called “Ultraman”, we are sure that the real conflict will be with the new version of Bizarro.
The combination of these four characters suggests a new and surprising approach for fans. The presence of elements from Doomsday, Ulysses, Ultraman and Bizarro not only pays homage to the popular comics, but also forms an intriguing narrative for the DCU. Gunn has proven his ability to recreate characters and plots, and this time it seems no different.
The idea of a clone Superman serving the interests of the government in the name of Ultraman is a fascinating concept that could add depth to the plot. Additionally, this villain’s transformation into Bizarro provides ample opportunity to explore the nature and corruption of the ideal of heroism that Superman represents.
The future of the DCU with James Gunn
Gunn is clearly going for a mix of tradition and daring reinvention. This new take on the Superman villain could result in a sequel packed with action and intrigue, keeping fans on the edge of their seats and eager to see what comes next.
While we await more details about this mysterious antagonist, one thing is for sure: the DCU under the leadership of James Gunn promises to be a roller coaster of surprises and emotions. With a villain who could be an amalgamation of four iconic Superman foes, the future of these films has never been more uncertain and exciting.