Zack Snyder’s Superman has often been criticized for lacking humanity, but the director recently shared his vision for the cancelled sequels, hinting at a more human side for the iconic hero.
According to Snyder, the sequels would have seen Superman succumb to the Anti-Life, only to be redeemed in a battle against Darkseid. This arc, he explained in a recent interview with GQ, would have completed Superman’s journey, returning him to his humanity after his fall from grace.
Snyder’s bold and unconventional approach to the character is evident in his plans for the Justice League trilogy. While some fans embraced his vision, others questioned whether it would resonate with general audiences, especially considering the mixed response to his previous films.
The cancelled Justice League sequels would have delved deeper into Snyder’s vision for the characters, including Superman. Storyboards and production notes reveal that Lois Lane’s pregnancy with Batman’s child would have played a pivotal role in Superman’s fall from grace.
In Snyder’s scrapped storyline, Darkseid kills Lois Lane while she is pregnant, sending Superman into a downward spiral. However, Batman’s sacrifice, which reveals the true parentage of Lois’s child, ultimately inspires Superman to save the day.
While Snyder’s plans for Superman may have been divisive, they certainly would have added a unique twist to the character’s mythology. As fans continue to debate the fate of the Snyderverse, it remains to be seen what the future holds for Superman on the big screen.
