James Gunn has received someSupermanlessons from Zack Snyder in a completely unexpected crossover.James Gunn’sSupermanmovieis only days away, causing marketing to ramp up more than ever. This is also bringing with it its fair share of online discourse, as fans of theDCEU’s movie timelinecome out in force.
However, James Gunn and Zack Snyder are good friends, with an unexpected crossover onRick and Morty(viaDiscussingFilm) outlining their playful banter and differing visions ofSuperman. The episode sees the titular Rick Sanchez trying to stop Gunn from ruining the fictional movie, “Maximum Velocitree.” In one scene, Gunn outlines his issues with Rick to Zack Snyder:
Before Gunn can talk about Rick,Snyder tells Gunn,“Just saw your new cut ofSuperman.Word of advice, he’s the Man of Steel, not the Man of Conversation. Do more shots of him punching stuff!“Gunn snaps after Snyder outlines his “secret” of slow motion, apologizing and mentioning the meddling of Rick Sanchez.
What Zack Snyder & James Gunn’s Rick & Morty Cameo Means
Rick & Morty Comments On The “War” Between DC Fans
AsRick and Mortyhas been known to do since its inception, the show is being very meta with its jokes in the Gunn and Snyder scene. This moment specifically plays on the online discourse between fans of the DCU and the DCEU, which have become synonymous with Gunn and Snyder, respectively.
Many fans preferred Snyder’s more grounded take on the character of Superman, explainingRick and Morty’s joke that Gunn should have Superman punch more. Others prefer Gunn’s more old-fashioned take on Kal-El, which is summed up by the"Man of Conversation"rib from Snyder. The self-referential humor here is fantastic, especially with Gunn and Snyder voicing themselves.
Our Take On Zack Snyder & James Gunn’s Rick & Morty Cameo
On the whole, I think Zack Snyder and James Gunn’s cameos onRick and Mortyare fantastic. After all, there has been so much division online regarding the DCEU and the DCU. Sometimes, it is difficult to look past and, bizarrely, easy to forget that Gunn and Snyder are actually friends.Rick and Mortyproves that controversy is just that: online noise.
Gunn and Snyder are easygoing enough to put the arguments of fans online behind them and make fun of their own DC pasts, presents, and futures.Rick and Mortyproves that, allowing audiences an insight into the world of DC filmmaking in a fun, lighthearted way. With a new version ofSupermanon the horizon, fun and lighthearted seems the right move here.
