The Flash (2023/USA) movie brings the interesting tales of the superheroes and superheroines from DC Comics. The superhero and his tale are based on the Flashpoint storyline of the DC world. Notably, besides this superhero, the DC comics also have Batman, Wonder Woman, Supergirl, Superman, and Aquaman.
DC Super-Heroes & Super-Heroines Come Together To…
In addition to the superheroes and superheroines mentioned above, the DC comics also have Green Lantern and Cyborg in their line-up. This film is the third adaptation to be based on the Flashpoint storyline after Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox (2013) animation movie and season 3 of The Flash (2014) series.
Spoiler-Free Review: The Flash (2023/USA) Movie
The synopsis
Worlds collide in "The Flash" when Barry uses his superpowers to travel back in time to change the events of the past. But when his attempt to save his family inadvertently alters the future, Barry becomes trapped in a reality in which General Zod has returned, threatening annihilation, and there are no Superheroes to turn to. That is, unless Barry can coax a very different Batman out of retirement and rescue an imprisoned Kryptonian... albeit not the one he's looking for. Ultimately, to save the world that he is in and return to the future that he knows, Barry's only hope is to race for his life. But will making the ultimate sacrifice be enough to reset the universe? Barry Allen uses his super speed to change the past, but his attempt to save his family creates a world without superheroes, forcing him to race for his life to save the future.
The multiverse
We never thought that we would enjoy this Sci-Fi fantasy movie so much. But we did. And we liked it. We came for the Flash, and then we were treated with so many of them. It was a grand treat for the fans of the famous characters of the DC comic world.
In this movie that deals with the concept of ‘Multiverse’, we liked so many of them, making their presence felt with their heroic acts.
Multiverse consists of multiple universes existing in the same physical space, kept separate by differing vibrational speeds. (as per the DC) Multiverse is a hypothetical collection of potentially diverse observable universes, each of which would comprise everything that is experimentally accessible by a connected community of observers. (as per the Britannica)
A flashback into the life of The Flash
Even though this film is confirmed not to be an origin story of the Flash. So, in this film, we learn several elements about how Barry Allen (Ezra Miller) became the Flash. This movie’s flashback takes us back to his teenage years when he was struck by a bolt of lightning, and thus, an extraordinary power is born inside him: The Speed Force. Consequently, he became The Flash, the young superhero. In addition, Barry, in an emotional act, uses this power to run and travel back in time so that he can save his mother. While doing so, he creates a new world without superheroes and super-heroines.
Meanwhile, the villainous and dangerous General Zod has returned to destroy his world. So, to stop and defeat Zod, Flash’s only hope rests in the hands of a retired Batman, another Barry and an imprisoned Kryptonian – the Supergirl.
Bonus Info.:
There was a revered God (Bhagwan) Hanuman Poster in Barry's living room because his mother used to call him "mico" (a Spanish slang for "monkey").
The conclusion
In addition, we loved the fact that we also got to see the human side of the superhero. The love and longing that the Flash feel for his missing mother is heart-wrenching. This tale is about the human side of the meta-human. No doubt, it is a beautiful human story to watch. This film has a good mix of humour, comedy, action, and drama. With high-quality special effects, its filmmakers have created an amazingly imaginative fantasy world. It takes its viewers on an emotional journey into the life of the Flash. And it leaves an indelible imprint on our hearts and minds. And of course, the Flash saves the world.
So, go ahead and enjoy, as this is one of the Top Ten Hollywood Movies Of 2023, for the first half of this year.
Spoilers about the missing Superhero in this film!!
In this line of superheroes (& superheroines) and their cameo (guest) appearances, we missed Superman.
So, we tried to find out about it, and this is what we learnt. Superman (Henry Cavill) filmed a cameo as Superman, but it was cut after James Gunn's new DC Universe was announced, and plans for Cavill's return to the franchise were cancelled. He was paid $250,000 for the cameo.
Rating: The Flash (2023/USA) Movie
| FM’s rating | 3.75/5 |
| FM’s short comments | We have stopped reading the DC comics, after getting older. So we were unaware of the ongoing stories in The Flash. When we started watching this movie set in multiverse, we were pleasantly surprised to find so many superheroes and superheroines. They all are fun. We enjoyed this film. |
Poster: The Flash (2023/USA) Movie
Key Details: The Flash (2023/USA) Movie
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi |
| Original language | English (USA) |
| Age restrictions | PG-13 |
| Released | June – July 2023 |
| Duration | 2 hours 24 minutes |
| Writer | Christina Hodson, John Francis Daley & Jonathan Goldstein (III) |
| Director | Andy Muschietti |
| Cast | Ezra Miller (Barry, Allen & The Flash), Michael Keaton (Bruce Wayne & Batman), Sasha Calle (Kara Zor-El & Supergirl), Michael Shannon (General Zod), Kiersey Clemons (Iris West), Ron Livingston (Henry Allen). Maribel Verdú (Nora Allen), Saoirse-Monica Jackson (Patty), Jeremy Irons (Alfred Pennyworth), Sanjeev Bhaskar (David Singh), & a few surprise guest (cameo) appearances by other DC Super-Heroes / DC Super- Heroines. |
| Distributors | Warner Brothers. Pictures |
| Taglines | Worlds Collide. |
Trailer: The Flash (2023/USA) Movie
Also, check out the YouTube video link of The Flash - Official Trailer 2 | DC.
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