Digital Vigilante Unmasks DC's Stock Photo Fiasco, Bursts Aqua-Man Movie Poster For Getty Image “Scandal”

When it comes to internet critics, some users find joy in pointing out the most trivial details. Recently, a Reddit user stirred waves of controversy when they shared a screenshot of an Aqua-Man movie poster.

An honorary crusader did some digging and exposed the use of a Getty Images shark photo, which was cleverly cropped into the aquatic masterpiece. This detective of digital aesthetics called DC out on this “not-so-clever” stunt and even labeled the entire universe a joke for taking the easy way out.

The revelation led to a cascade of comical responses, turning the thread into a virtual comedy club. One user expressed mock surprise, speculating that soon they would uncover the shocking revelation that the photo wasn't taken underwater. 

The humor escalated as Redditors playfully imagined scenarios of dragging Jason Momoa underwater and compelling him to hold his breath while surrounded by real sharks for an authentic shot—that was the only proper way to get it done!

It became a delightful laugh fest as others joined in with their sarcastic and amusing comments.

However, in the midst of the humor, a more severe voice cut through the laughter. They expressed disappointment and pointed out that a powerhouse like DC should have invested more effort. 

Getty Images are readily accessible to anyone through a simple Google search. Worst of all, the image used in this photo is in the top 10 Google search results for “Shark.”

A defender hastily swooped in. They highlighted that the images were indeed stock photos, which served the exact purpose they were created for.

Enough of the stories. We’ll let you digest this exciting debate yourself.