Flash(s)

When Barry Allen uses his super-speed to travel back in time to prevent his mother's murder, he inadvertently alters the timeline, creating a world without metahumans. To save his world and return to his own time, Barry must coax a very different, imprisoned Batman out of retirement and rescue a captured Kryptonian. However, the prison General Zod is returning, threatening annihilation, and Barry has no superheroes to rely on.

The Flash received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some praising its emotional core and performances, particularly Sasha Calle as Supergirl and Michael Keaton's return as Batman. However, many criticized the film's visual effects, pacing, and an over-reliance on multiverse tropes and CGI-heavy action sequences.

• Praised for its emotional depth and the performances of its supporting cast, particularly Michael Keaton's return as Batman.

• Criticized for its inconsistent visual effects and a convoluted plot that relies heavily on multiverse elements.

• The film struggles to balance its ambitious narrative with coherent storytelling and cohesive CGI.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's attempt at emotional storytelling and the nostalgic elements, especially the return of Keaton's Batman. However, many expressed disappointment with the underdeveloped plot, repetitive action, and the jarring visual effects.

Director Andy Muschietti originally envisioned a different tone for the film, aiming for something more akin to John Hughes' 1980s coming-of-age movies, but the script evolved significantly throughout development.