David Corenswet is soaring to new heights as he dons the cape of Superman in James Gunn’s eagerly anticipated reboot of the DC Universe.
Set to take cinemas by storm this Friday, 11th July, the film showcases the quintessential American hero battling formidable foes while upholding his unwavering commitment to truth and justice.
Amidst the action, sparks fly between Superman and the intrepid Lois Lane, portrayed by Rachel Brosnahan, while the cunning Lex Luthor, played by Nicholas Hoult, schemes to drag the caped crusader down.
As anticipation for the superhero extravaganza reaches fever pitch, fans can catch a glimpse of Corenswet’s acting prowess in two of his earlier films now streaming online.
Pearl
In stark contrast to the world of Superman, Corenswet delivers a captivating performance in this period horror flick alongside Mia Goth, winning hearts long before his casting as Clark Kent.
Serving as a prequel to Ti West’s gritty slasher X, the film features Goth as an ambitious actress who spirals into violence after missing out on her dream role. Corenswet shines as a kind-hearted projectionist who befriends Pearl prior to her descent into madness.
One glowing five-star review praised the movie, stating: “I didn’t expect anything nearly as good as this. Flawlessly innovative and brave film-making.”
Corenswet’s fleeting but impactful appearance proved to be a standout moment for both audiences and reviewers, with RogerEbert.com describing him as “dashing” and noting he “makes [Pearl] feel like a movie star” – attributes that will undoubtedly serve him well in romantic sequences with Lois Lane.
Geeksbury.com praised: “This is a very strong performance by David Corenswet. I never quite got a handle on who this character is, and I think that air of mystery is intentional.”
Meanwhile, a supporter on X (formerly Twitter) declared: “David Corenswet as Superman is near perfect casting. Just from watching Pearl, I can totally pick up on some solid Clark/Superman vibes. I would fully endorse this.”
One Reddit user even confessed: “Not even joking when I watched this in theaters with a friend I whispered to her and said ‘he would make such a good Clark Kent’.”
Pearl is available to stream on Netflix.
Twisters
Following his Pearl appearance, Corenswet secured a place in the stellar ensemble of Twisters, Lee Isaac Chung’s follow-up to the 1996 beloved blockbuster Twister.
Exceeding expectations set by its predecessor, viewers were thoroughly captivated by the spectacular disaster epic, with one five-star Google reviewer stating they “absolutely loved every minute”.
Another enthusiast concurred: “From the very first frame to the credits rolling, this film had me absolutely hooked! I’ve watched it multiple times now, and honestly, it just gets better with each viewing.”
In a departure from his usual heroic roles, the Superman actor takes on the character of Scott, a member of a corporate storm-chasing team who finds himself at odds with YouTuber Tyler Owens (Glen Powell), also known as the Tornado Wrangler, and his crew.
While Scott’s somewhat arrogant attitude is a far cry from the virtuous Superman, this role demonstrates Corenswet’s versatility as an actor, suggesting he could handle a more sinister turn if the franchise ever decided to take the superhero down a darker path.
Adding to his appeal, a heartwarming behind-the-scenes video shows the Twisters cast celebrating Corenswet’s casting, highlighting his popularity among his fellow actors.
With his undeniable charm and abundant talent, it seems inevitable that Corenswet will ascend to A-list status once comic book enthusiasts get to see his portrayal of the much-loved superhero.
Twisters is available to stream on Sky Go and NOW.