Rachel Brosnahan Defends Superhero Movies Amidst Hollywood Snobbery
Superhero movies often face unfair criticism in Hollywood, but Rachel Brosnahan—the new Lois Lane in the upcoming Superman reboot—isn’t having any of it. In a recent interview with Interview Magazine, the Emmy-winning actress pushed back against the elitist attitude some actors have toward comic book films.
“Why Complain After Saying Yes?”
Brosnahan expressed frustration with actors who sign on to superhero projects only to later criticize them. “I don’t know why people say yes only to then turn around and complain about it,” she said. “There was a minute where it was cool to not like superhero movies and to look back on projects like this and pooh-pooh them.”
Her comments seem to reference a growing trend in Hollywood where A-list actors distance themselves from superhero roles, often labeling them as lesser art. Timothée Chalamet, for example, once revealed that Leonardo DiCaprio advised him to avoid superhero films to maintain credibility—a notion Brosnahan clearly rejects.
Amanda Seyfried Weighs In
During the conversation, Amanda Seyfried—who has starred in big-budget films herself—questioned whether “superhero movie” is even the right term anymore. “I honestly don’t think you should call it a superhero movie ever again, because it isn’t just that,” Seyfried said. “And I think people are going to see that.”
Her statement suggests that the upcoming Superman film, directed by James Gunn, will transcend typical superhero tropes, offering a deeper, more nuanced story that defies genre limitations.
A New Era for Superman
With Brosnahan as Lois Lane and David Corenswet as the Man of Steel, the 2025 Superman reboot is shaping up to be more than just another cape-and-tights spectacle. Early reports indicate a fresh take on the character, blending classic heroism with modern storytelling. If Seyfried’s words hold true, this could be the film that finally silences the superhero movie skeptics.
Superman hits theaters on July 11, 2025.
Final Thoughts
It’s refreshing to see actors like Rachel Brosnahan stand up for superhero movies instead of dismissing them as “lesser” cinema. The genre has evolved far beyond simple good-vs-evil battles, with films like The Dark Knight and Logan proving that comic book stories can be as profound as any Oscar-winning drama. If Superman delivers on its promise, it might just be the movie that finally convinces Hollywood’s elite to stop looking down on superheroes.
