'Superman' Reboot Breaks Superhero Mold, Chases Awards Glory

In a surprising move, Warner Bros. has submitted James Gunn's DC reboot of "Superman" into the drama categories at the upcoming Golden Globes. This signals the filmmaker's ambition to position the iconic superhero as a vehicle for weighty themes, rather than just escapist entertainment.

The studio has entered the film for best motion picture (drama), along with acting nominations for the lead and supporting cast. Additional submissions include Gunn for directing and screenplay, plus an original song. The film's strong box office performance has also earned it consideration for the Outstanding Cinematic and Box Office Achievement award.

Many critics and fans have noted how the narrative explores both Clark Kent's alienness and humanity, sparking considerable online discourse. Beyond the Globes, "Superman" is generating early Oscar buzz within the artisan branches of the Academy, particularly for its visual effects and sound.

While the film's reinvented music score won't be eligible due to its callbacks to the classic John Williams theme, Gunn's track record includes previous awards recognition for his "Guardians of the Galaxy" franchise. The Golden Globe nominations will be revealed on December 8, and the DC-character film is expected to be a major contender.