Fans Celebrate David Corenswet After His Superman Audition Goes Viral
Fans are drawing comparisons between David Corenswet and the late actor Christopher Reeve after Corenswet’s audition tape for the DCU’s Superman movie went viral on social media. Corenswet took over the role of the iconic superhero in June 2023, taking the mantle from Henry Cavill, who played the character in the DCEU. Superman is the first movie of the new DCU’s first phase, Gods and Monsters, and hit theaters on July 11.
David Corenswet’s Superman audition video has fans comparing him to Christopher Reeve
Superman star David Corenswet’s audition tape for the role of the titular superhero has hit the internet, and fans have been noting how well the actor fits the iconic role.
In the audition clip, Corenswet can be seen introducing himself and reading lines from the scene in the movie where Lois Lane interviews Superman. The actor also showcases his transition from playing Clark Kent to playing Superman during the interview scene in the audition, which he also did in the movie.
Reacting to the clip, many fans have praised the actor and how well he embodies the role.
X (formerly Twitter) user @psuedospectre wrote, “Best Superman right up there with Reeve.”
User @TheAngryBadger3 noted, “Yep, just more evidence along with the behind the scenes that David did actually understand the assignment and tried…. and James made him act like an overly emotional man baby. Thanks James.”
Furthermore, user @LUPASAN2 commented, “I swear the Lois Interview got him the ‘YEAH, HIM!’ Because for some reason that scene was my favorite!!! You literally can see the costume on him as hes talking to Lois in that scene.”
User @DannyWxo lauded Corenswet’s audition tape and added, “He knew he had one chance. Rent was due, landlord at the door, lights flickering, and he ATE and left no crumbs.”
Another user noted that “audition tapes always look goofy, but you can tell dude has that superman warmth. i see why they picked him.” Another user, @The_GaryBro, simply stated that Corenswet was “Born to be” the character.
Originally reported by Ishita Verma on SuperHeroHype.
Source: Comingsoon.net