Crisis on Infinite Guidelines
Crisis on Infinite Guidelines

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Crisis on Infinite Guidelines

2019
Movie
8 min
Portuguese

Cornered by faceless men, a superhero has his ideals challenged by an unyielding bureaucratic system.

Insights

IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users87%
Director: Multiple Directors (as it was a multi-episode crossover event)Genres: Superhero, Science Fiction, Drama, Action

Plot Summary

The "Crisis on Infinite Earths" crossover event saw the heroes of the Arrowverse face their greatest threat: the Anti-Monitor, a cosmic entity bent on destroying all of existence across the multiverse. As Earth after Earth is annihilated, heroes from various DC properties, including "Arrow," "The Flash," "Supergirl," "Batwoman," and "DC's Legends of Tomorrow," unite to stop the impending doom. They must race against time to find a way to save humanity and all of reality from total obliteration, facing immense loss and making difficult sacrifices.

Critical Reception

"Crisis on Infinite Earths" was generally well-received by critics and audiences, praised for its ambitious scope, emotional depth, and extensive fan service, which included numerous character cameos and callbacks to past DC properties. While some noted the complexity of the plot and the sheer number of characters, the event was widely considered a satisfying conclusion to the Arrowverse's multiverse saga and a fitting tribute to DC's long history in media.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious scale and emotional impact in bringing together multiple DC universes.

  • Applauded for its extensive fan service and numerous character cameos.

  • Criticized by some for its convoluted plotlines and the overwhelming number of characters involved.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the crossover's grand ambition and the emotional weight of the story, particularly enjoying the nostalgic elements and the chance to see so many beloved characters interact. Some viewers found the plot difficult to follow due to its complexity, but the overall sentiment was positive, highlighting it as a significant event for fans.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for multiple awards, including Saturn Awards for Best Superhero Television Series.

Fun Fact

The crossover featured a pivotal cameo by Brandon Routh reprising his role as Superman from the 2006 film "Superman Returns," fulfilling a long-standing fan wish.

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