Superman.
Published In: Psychoanalytic Review, 2026, v. 113, n. 1. P. 87 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Ahlskog, Gary 3 of 3
Abstract
The article analyzes James Gunn’s 2025 film *Superman*, highlighting its portrayal of a society manipulated by a demigod figure, Lex Luthor, and drawing parallels to contemporary U.S. politics involving Trump and MAGA. It critiques the film for initially presenting political complexities but ultimately resolving them through a simplistic good-versus-evil narrative. The discussion connects this narrative approach to psychoanalytic concepts, emphasizing that psychoanalysis seeks to move beyond black-and-white thinking by exploring the nuanced dynamics within individuals, including those like Luthor. The article invites viewers to consider whether they can hold complex realities without resorting to oversimplified moral dichotomies as depicted in the film. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Psychoanalytic Review. 2026/03, Vol. 113, Issue 1, p87
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Literature and Writing
- Publication Date:2026
- ISSN:0033-2836
- DOI:10.1521/prev.2026.113.1.87
- Accession Number:192308946
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