The original Superman was created by children of Jewish immigrants as a rebel and a symbol of the oppressed, but over time he was whitewashed to represent American power and conformity. Director James Gunn’s recent comment framing Superman as an immigrant reignited backlash from conservatives who reject this origin, fearing it makes the character "woke." This fear reflects a broader anxiety among elites about immigrants and marginalised people finding their voices, challenging injustice, and refusing to remain silent or invisible.