Under the visionary direction of James Gunn, the latest Superman film has successfully crossed a significant milestone that is crucial for any blockbuster’s journey in theaters. With production costs typically hovering around $200 million for such high-profile movies, industry analysts suggest that achieving at least $400 million in global box office earnings is essential for the film to break even. Remarkably, Superman achieved the impressive $400 million milestone within just 10 days, and is now projected to surpass its anticipated total earning of over $700 million. Should it reach this figure, it would surpass Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel, which concluded its theatrical run with just under $700 million globally. For now, Superman can take pride in its success, having outperformed one of director M. Night Shyamalan’s most lucrative films.

The current global earnings for Superman stand at an impressive $416 million, placing it $8 million ahead of Shyamalan’s acclaimed film Signs, which premiered over two decades ago. Featuring a talented cast that includes Mel Gibson, Joaquin Phoenix, Abigail Breslin, and Rory Culkin, Signs was made with a production budget of approximately $80 million. This film continued the successful trajectory that Shyamalan initiated with his breakthrough film, The Sixth Sense. Although his later work, Unbreakable, met with a mixed reception initially, it eventually gained a cult following. Signs currently enjoys a respectable 76% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, where critics commend Shyamalan’s ability to build suspense and deliver chills effectively.

However, Shyamalan’s career faced challenges shortly after; his 2004 film, The Village, sparked significant divisiveness among audiences, and his 2006 fantasy film, Lady in the Water, marked his first major box office failure. The harsh critical and commercial backlash from his 2010 adaptation of The Last Airbender proved to be disastrous for his reputation. Following this, his collaboration with Will Smith and Jaden Smith on After Earth solidified a downward trend. Nevertheless, Shyamalan managed to rejuvenate his career years later with the successful low-budget found-footage film, The Visit. Today, Shyamalan self-funds his projects, a choice stemming from his desire to remain personally invested in his work. He has achieved a remarkable comeback, boasting a series of successful films over the last decade.

Celebrating the Positive Reception of ‘Superman’

James Gunn has also experienced an inspiring comeback, having faced a significant setback a few years back when he was dismissed from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 due to controversial tweets resurfacing from his past. Fortunately, he was reinstated later, but he ultimately transitioned from Marvel to the DC Universe, where he currently serves as co-CEO alongside Peter Safran. The Superman film has opened to overwhelmingly positive reviews, showcasing the kind of strong second-weekend performance that has become a hallmark of Gunn’s directorial style. Moviegoers can catch the film in theaters, and enthusiasts should stay tuned to Collider for the latest updates on this exciting release.

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