Warner Bros. Pictures has recently screened the highly-anticipated DC movie, The Flash, in its entirety at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. This marks the first time the film has been shown to a live audience, and the early reactions have been positive. The plot of The Flash sees Ezra Miller's Barry Allen using his superpowers to travel back in time to change the past. However, his actions lead to unintended consequences, and Barry becomes trapped in an alternate reality where General Zod has returned and is threatening to destroy everything. Barry must race against time to save the world and prevent a catastrophic event. One of the most exciting aspects of the film is the return of Michael Keaton's Batman, who appears on the big screen for the first time in 30 years.Attendees of the annual convention for theater owners have taken to social media to share their excitement for the film, stating that it is one of the best movies from the DC franchise. The feedback bodes well for the future of the DC movie universe, particularly in light of James Gunn and Peter Safran's new DC Universe. Check out some of the reactions below.
How Delayed Release Helped The Flash Achieve its Full Potential on the Big Screen
After facing numerous delays, The Flash movie is finally hitting theaters this summer. The project has been in development for almost four years, and the team has had ample time to perfect every aspect of the movie. Director Andy Muschietti and producer Barbara Muschietti have recently shared that the delays have given them the opportunity to fine-tune every aspect of the movie. Unlike some other films that chose to forgo a theatrical release and opt for streaming options during the pandemic, The Flash was always intended to be experienced on the big screen. The team recognized that part of the movie's appeal lies in its immersive experience, and that can only be achieved in theaters.
"The only way to release The Flash is in theaters. Warner's knew that, and we knew that. Of course, it feels great. We have worked solidly on The Flash for almost four years. We are very grateful to WB for working with us on using all this time to make the movie better. The pandemic allowed us to have a longer development, and, on the other side of shooting, it allowed us to have the time to explore visual effects like never before. We all knew that The Flash belongs in movie theaters, and we were happy to wait the right time."
Despite the earlier doubts, The Flash is generating excitement among fans. The team's dedication to making the best movie possible has paid off, and the anticipation for the release is high. Ezra Miller has been the subject of negative press in the past, but this has not diminished the buzz surrounding the film. It marks the end of the old DC Extended Universe (DCEU) and the start of a new era. The new direction under James Gunn's leadership promises to be an exciting change for the franchise. With his experience in the superhero genre, having directed Guardians of the Galaxy for Marvel, it's expected that he will bring a fresh perspective to the DC universe.
The Flash is finally set to be released on June 16.