The DC Dilemma! Comic Movie Mayhem part 2!!

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The DC Dilemma! Comic Movie Mayhem part 2!!

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Jul 11, 2023

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The DC Dilemma continues to confound their cinematic universe but a new Chief promises a new hope as James Gunn plots the future of the DCU. We look forward rather than back, towards what is to come and examine the shape a fresh Superman might take! Also, a Jack Kirby acknowledgment!

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Jul 11, 2023

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