Ezra Miller’s highly anticipated film ‘The Flash’ faces controversy and scrutiny as it finally hits theaters.
“The Flash” finally hits theaters this weekend, over a decade in the making. The highly anticipated Warner Bros. Discovery film arrives at a time when the studio is undergoing tremendous upheaval, and it follows a series of legal squabbles surrounding its actor, Ezra Miller.
With an expected opening weekend box office of $75 million to $85 million, “The Flash” is poised to make a significant contribution to the DC Comics franchise. The movie features the return of Michael Keaton and Ben Affleck in their respective Batman roles from previous films.
Previous DC films like “Black Adam” and “Shazam: Fury of the Gods” failed to resonate with audiences, earning a combined global box office total of just over $500 million. Both films received negative reviews from critics, unlike “The Flash,” which has garnered more favorable feedback and is being hailed as one of the best DC movies.
The path to the release of “The Flash” has been marred by controversies involving Ezra Miller. In 2020, Miller made headlines for a video that appeared to show them violently choking a fan. In 2022, Miller faced further legal trouble with arrests for disorderly conduct and harassment at a karaoke bar in Hawaii, as well as accusations of grooming minors. Miller ultimately avoided jail time through a plea deal.
Since then, Miller has maintained a low public profile and has been absent from major interviews and promotional activities for “The Flash.” Warner Bros. reportedly does not have any future projects planned with the actor. However, Miller made a rare public appearance at the film’s premiere in Los Angeles, where he thanked the executives at DC Studios for their support.
The other directors, Peter Safran and James Gunn, who joined DC in November, have been working to revitalize the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) after a series of inconsistent box office performances. They have announced new projects featuring popular characters such as Superman, Batman, and Supergirl.
“The Flash” marks one of the last films from the old DCEU, alongside upcoming releases like “Blue Beetle” and “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.”
Despite the controversies surrounding Ezra Miller, the premiere of “The Flash” marks a significant milestone for the film’s cast and crew. The movie has had a troubled production history, with multiple changes in directors and writers over the years. The Flash’s journey to the big screen started in 2014, when Miller was cast as the superhero. The project faced numerous setbacks, and at one point, it was put on hold.
Several filmmakers were connected to the picture, including Phil Lord, Chris Miller, Seth Grahame-Smith, and Rick Famuyiwa, but departed owing to creative disagreements or other obligations. John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein took over as directors in 2018, only to be replaced by Andy Muschietti in 2019. The film’s release date was pushed back even more because of the COVID-19 epidemic.
Throughout the production process, Ezra Miller was involved in several scandals. In 2020, a video circulated online showing Miller apparently choking a woman at a bar in Iceland. Although no criminal charges were filed, it caused a stir. Miller’s behavior came under scrutiny again in 2022, when they were arrested for disorderly conduct and faced allegations of violence and grooming minors.
Despite the challenges, “The Flash” is finally ready for its theatrical release. The movie has generated buzz and anticipation among fans, but reviews have been mixed. Some critics have praised the film, while others have been more critical. In a year marked by superhero movie fatigue and underperforming box office results, “The Flash” is expected to have an opening weekend of around $75 million.
The future of the franchise and the possibility of a sequel remain uncertain.
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