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Supergirl Director Credits James Gunn for Helping Choose Song for Much-Discussed Slow-Motion Fight Scene

Director Craig Gillespie stated that DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn helped select the music for a slow-motion fight scene in Supergirl. The specific choice of an acoustic cover of "The Middle" has sparked social media debate. This song was selected after 44 other options were rejected.

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New details emerge regarding James Gunn's role in the final music selection for the film's climactic sequence.

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  1. Craig Gillespie Credits James Gunn for Supergirl Fight Scene Song

    Director Craig Gillespie stated that DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn helped select the music for a slow-motion fight scene in Supergirl. The specific choice of an acoustic cover of "The Middle" has sparked social media debate. This song was selected after 44 other options were rejected.

    What's confirmed:

    • Director Craig Gillespie credits DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn for helping choose the song for the slow-motion fight scene.
    • The song used in the climactic action sequence is an acoustic cover of "The Middle".
    • The film opens with the song "This Summer" by Sleigh Bells.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • James Gunn made the final decision on the most controversial needle drop after weeks of debate.
    • The final needle drop went through 45 versions.
    • Supergirl faced creative differences between DC Studios and Craig Gillespie.
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