Marvel and the DC Universe are widely viewed as rivals in the movie industry. And while Marvel has largely dominated headlines and at the box office in recent years, the James Gunn-directed Superman has taken the superhero world by storm.

While some might be taken aback by that approach, Corenswet appreciated that Gunn was willing to say what he wanted out loud "without too much politeness and without beating around the bush." "If I'm no good, tell me I'm no good, and then let's work together to make me good," he added.