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During a recent filming ofSuperman, a sharp-eyed fan noticed a heartfelt tribute. This tear-jerking homage was the director’s way of honoring his late best friend and companion.
AsSupermancontinues filming in Cleveland, more behind-the-scenes photos are emerging on social media. One recent photo, seemingly insignificant at first glance, holds a deeper meaning. It highlights James Gunn’s tradition of honoring his loyal pet in his movies, years after his passing.
During the recent filming in Arcade Cleveland, a notable Easter egg was spotted.A photo shared on Twitter by @joeyjoereveals a sweet shop in Metropolis with an image of a dog and the name “Wesley Von Spears,” a chocolatier. Fans might recognize this as a tribute to Gunn’s late dog, Wesley Von Spears. This touching homage continues Gunn’s tradition of honoring his beloved pet in his work.
Wesley Von Spears, James Gunn’s beloved dog, passed away in 2020 at the age of 17. Gunn often spoke about how his loyal companion had been by his side throughout his travels and during film shoots. Wesley Von Spears first made his on-screen debut in 2014’sGuardians of the Galaxy, appearing as a “holographic dog” alongside Peter Quill (Chris Pratt) on the planet Morag. The dog made anotherappearance inGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2three years later, as the “Dog in the Back of Truck at Dairy Queen” during a flashback scene in the movie’s opening. Two weeks before the filming ofThe Suicide Squad, Wesley Von Spears passed away, leading Gunn to honor his pet’s memory witha subtle tribute: cigars branded with the dog’s name featured in the movie. Gunn has maintained a tradition of commemorating his late pet in his movies, andSupermancontinues this heartfelt practice. In this latest movie, Wesley Von Spears is honored as a chocolatier named Dr. Wesley Von Spears in Metropolis, further cementing the enduring bond between Gunn and his loyal friend.
The DC Universe’s latest reboot has generated significant buzz, though many details remain under wraps. David Corenswet is set to become the new Superman, taking over from Henry Cavill. Corenswet, frequently discussed as afan-favorite choice for the role, bears a notable resemblance to both Cavill and the late Christopher Reeve, who first portrayed Superman in 1978. Rachel Brosnahan will play Lois Lane, and several other exciting casting choices have been announced: Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, Nathan Fillion as Green Lantern Guy Gardner, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, and María Gabriela De Faría as The Engineer. Sources indicate that the movie will not be an origin story. Instead, it will skip past the familiar origins, featuring Clark Kent already established at the Daily Planet and acquainted with key characters. While the movie will retain the core ideals ofSuperman, it will offer a contemporary take. Gunn has hinted that the movie will draw inspiration from DC Comics' 2005-2008 run ofAll-Star Superman, though specific details about the adaptation remain undisclosed.
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Written and directed by James Gunn, Superman is the first movie in Warner Bros.' rebooted DC Universe to center around the titular comic book hero. It introduces a new version of the Man of Steel after Henry Cavill’s departure from the role, honoring the character’s roots as “the embodiment of truth, justice and the American way.”
