The Flash (2023) – WHY IT FAILED – Episode 274

July 3, 2023 bcottington85

Gather round, superhero fanatics! Ever thought about the cost of producing a blockbuster like “The Flash” and the lack of substantial return on investment? We pull back the curtains on the economics of superhero movies in a lively discussion that ranges from the controversy surrounding Ezra Miller to the quality of VFX in this DC production. We’ve got a lot to unpack here, including our candid reactions to the film, the plot holes, and the impact of Michael Keaton’s return to his Batman role.

Are the glowing reviews of “The Flash” genuine or influenced by Warner Brothers’ pressure? Hold onto your seats as we shake things up, raising insightful questions about the complicated relationship between movie execs, filmmakers, and fans. We chew over the balance of comedy and drama in the film, distinguishing between the scenes that strike the right note and the cringe comedy moments. We also dig into the implication of VFX houses’ economics on the quality of VFX in superhero movies and put the controversial actor Ezra Miller under the microscope.

Finally, we turn our keen eyes to the DC Universe’s possible success if they were to focus on standalone films rather than fan service. It’s a heated debate on the potential of time-travel movies like “The Flash” and the impact of iconic characters like Michael Keaton’s Batman. We round-off with a critique of the Flash’s comedic ending, and a thought-provoking exploration of alternate endings. So gear up for this rollercoaster ride as we dissect the superhero cinema landscape from top to bottom!

——— EPISODE CHAPTERS ———

(0:00:00) – Review and Critique of the Flash
(0:10:33) – Flash Movie Reception Discussion
(0:21:43) – Challenges of “The Flash” Movie
(0:34:37) – VFX and Multiverse Issues in Superhero Films
(0:42:14) – Flash, Multiverses, and Michael Keaton’s Batman
(0:55:49) – Flashpoint Movie and Humor Balance Discussion
(1:02:19) – Film Flaws and Nicholas Cage’s Superman
(1:15:10) – Critiquing the Flash and the DCEU
(1:24:36) – DCU’s Need for Standalone Films

EPISODE TRANSCRIPT

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