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DARK SECRETS: Superman aims to save flagging film franchise not just humanity - The Real Truth

The new 'Superman' film stars US actor David Corenswet (right) as the new Clark Kent/Superman, with Rachel Brosnahan (center) playing love interest Lois Lane and British actor Nicholas Hoult (left) as arch-villain Lex Luthor (Credit: AFP)

Superman is often called upon to save the world from evildoers, but in his latest big-screen incarnation, he's also being asked to swoop in and save a franchise.

James Gunn's "Superman," which opened in theaters worldwide this week, is a reboot aimed at relaunching the so-called DC Universe of comic book-based superhero movies, which also features Wonder Woman and Batman.

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