It's a bird, it's a plane, it's... the new Superman! This week on Cocktails & Classics, Ben is soaring high after seeing his most anticipated film of the year, "Superman," from visionary director James Gunn. Join us as we explore our expectations and reactions of this fresh take on the Man of Steel, starring David Corenswet. We'll dive into the significance of a new cinematic Superman, discuss the exciting cast, and speculate on how this film will redefine the DC Universe. Don't miss this heroic episode, fueled by cocktails and soaring discussions!

• The Dawn of a New DC Era: Discuss the significance of this film as the first under James Gunn's DC Studios, our excitement for the direction he is taking the studio, and what it means for the future of the DC Universe and beloved characters.

• James Gunn's Vision: With one of the most unique filmographies, Gunn's directorial style, sense of humor, and storytelling approach is what makes him stand out in the superhero genre. Is that a positive or a negative when it comes to one of the most popular superheroes, Superman.

• Is David the best Superman?: We take a look at David Corensweat's role as Clark Kent/Superman and how his portrayal lives up to other recent Supes.

• The Supporting Cast: We discuss how Gunn's team's casting choices shine from the stars down to the secondary characters.