Flash
Flash

Movie spotlight

Flash

2020
Movie
Adult · 18+
0
English

Everything happens very quickly with them. A leg spread, an opening of the mouth and they find themselves with their openings filled in less time than it takes to say it ...

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes66%
Metacritic56/100
Google Users85%
Director: Andy MuschiettiGenres: Superhero, Action, Sci-Fi, Adventure

Plot Summary

Barry Allen uses his super-speed to travel back in time to prevent his mother's murder, but inadvertently creates a world without metahumans and facing a dangerous General Zod. He must then break his own rules and paradoxically help an aging Batman and a Kryptonian orphan to save the collapsing multiverse.

Critical Reception

The Flash received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its action sequences, emotional core, and the performances of Michael Keaton and Sasha Calle. However, the film was criticized for its visual effects, convoluted plot, and reliance on nostalgia.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartfelt exploration of grief and identity, anchored by strong performances.

  • Visually impressive action sequences and the return of Michael Keaton's Batman were highlights.

  • Criticized for its uneven CGI, a muddled narrative, and a heavy dependence on prior DC lore.

Google audience: Audiences generally responded positively to The Flash, appreciating the emotional story, the action, and the return of beloved characters. Some viewers found the visual effects to be a drawback, but the overall sentiment was favorable.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Saturn Awards for Best Superhero Film and Best Supporting Actor (Michael Keaton).

Fun Fact

The film features the return of Michael Keaton as Batman, reprising his role from Tim Burton's 1989 film 'Batman' and its 1992 sequel 'Batman Returns'.

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