How does lex luthor collaborate with superman in the film?

In the 2025 film Superman, billionaire Lex Luthor (played by Nicholas Hoult) is the mastermind behind a large‑scale international conflict. Superman, portrayed by David Corenswet, intervenes in the conflict to prevent further harm. The film presents Luthor as an antagonist whose actions force Superman into a difficult position, rather than a collaboration. Consequently, the narrative centers on the unintended consequences of Superman’s intervention and his efforts to regain public trust with the help of his reporter and fellow superheroes.