‘The Flash’ First Reactions Call The DC Film “Tremendous”, “An All-Timer” And To “Believe The Hype”

After over two decades of being stuck in development hell, the highly anticipated movie The Flash has finally screened to the public for the first time at CinemaCon. We at OTN have been telling you for over a year and a half that the film is extraordinary and that in test screenings, The Flash has been scoring just as high, if not higher, than The Dark Knight, a film widely considered to be the benchmark not just for DC movies, but the superhero genre in general. DC Studios boss James Gunn has also publicly said that the film is “fucking fantastic” and “one of the greatest superhero movies ever”. That’s extremely high praise for a movie, even coming from a studio exec. As if Warner Bros. wasn’t already flexing this movie by screening it two months early, they screened an unfinished version of the movie (sources tell us the final cut is locked and that it’s just things like VFX, sound, etc. that need to be finished) for the press and the reception has been overwhelmingly postive. Check out the first reactions to The Flash:

I’m honestly floored it’s this good. As a monster BACK TO THE FUTURE fan, it has BTTF vibes all day. Michael Keaton is amazing, as expected, and this is the best Ezra Miller has been as Flash. Affleck gets some of his best Batman moments, too, and Sasha Calle rocks! #TheFlash pic.twitter.com/1cfyamTg9M
— Erik Davis (@ErikDavis) April 26, 2023

Just out of #TheFlash at CinemaCon. Believe the hype folks – truly one of the great superhero movies. Ezra Miller (x2), Sasha Calle and MICHAEL KEATON. It’s pretty perfect and one of the best films of this type you could ever hope to see.
— JoBlo.com (@joblocom) April 26, 2023

Nostalgic. HILARIOUS. With tons of heart and two outstanding performances by Ezra Miller. I honestly can’t believe #TheFlash actually exists. It’s magical. It presses every button. I’ll see it 1,000 times. pic.twitter.com/hhT6dXz6PO
— Sean O'Connell (@Sean_OConnell) April 26, 2023

#TheFlash is fantastic. I know Ezra Miller has made a lot of mistakes but they are soooooo good in this movie. Loved Keaton, the action, humor and emotion. Andy Muschietti has crafted something special. Thumbs way up.

WB didn’t show the after the credits scenes. pic.twitter.com/J8KsdrKVwz
— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) April 26, 2023

Caught an unfinished cut of #TheFlash and dug it quite a bit! Especially how the narrative challenges Barry to confront who he is, who he could have become, and how one’s influenced by the people in (or not in) their life.

It’s a successful mix of heartfelt coming-of-age… pic.twitter.com/CB7mTDEZXC
— Perri Nemiroff (@PNemiroff) April 26, 2023

I got to watch an unfinished cut of #TheFlash! 🧵

It’s an unabashedly comic book movie & a loving homage to DC film history. For a film that resets the #DCU, it also does a great job of closing the circle.

Michael Keaton’s return as #Batman is simply…PERFECT. pic.twitter.com/xlufy9CzrG
— POC Culture (@POCculture) April 26, 2023

BELIEVE THE HYPE! Christopher Nolan movies aside, #TheFlashMovie is the GREATEST DC movie of the last 30 years that belongs in the same conversation as SUPERMAN 78 and BATMAN 89. The movie breaks incredible new ground in superhero cinema & honors DC lore of years past. #TheFlash pic.twitter.com/zGkhpfjlsl
— Umberto Gonzalez (@elmayimbe) April 26, 2023

Flash is the DC movies fans have been waiting for. It does so many unbelievable things that you need to see it to believe it. But also on the biggest screen possible. pic.twitter.com/rKqNpLulTv
— James Viscardi (@JimViscardi) April 26, 2023

i don’t even know where to begin dude
— Matt Ramos (@therealsupes) April 26, 2023

Just watched #TheFlash at CinemaCon. It has some stuff in it you will not believe and it showcases much more of Barry Allen’s powers. It is indeed one of DC’s best and fits nicely as a bridge story between the old and new DCEU franchises. It’s also the funniest DC movie. pic.twitter.com/uDepMKVVG1
— Rob Keyes (@rob_keyes) April 26, 2023

#TheFlash is excellent! The film does a good job balancing The Multiverse, Time-Travel, & its main characters. The multiple Barry’s are handled w/ finesse. Seeing Michael Keaton as #Batman again made me feel like a kid again, loved @SashaCalle’s #Supergirl & some cool surprises! pic.twitter.com/eCrALUDeKv
— Joseph Deckelmeier (@joedeckelmeier) April 26, 2023

The Flash is hands down one of the best superhero films of all time. No joke, The Flash is the ultimate movie going experience as it has a little bit of everything! Action, emotion, heart, humor and plenty of nostalgia. Ezra Miller is phenomenal as dual Barry Allens. Michael… pic.twitter.com/F7SHA30vZM
— Scott Menzel (@ScottDMenzel) April 26, 2023

#TheFlash is massively entertaining! Extraordinarily funny, but still has solid emotional stakes. It’s one of the better multiverse movies out there.

Tons of fun surprises. A genuinely superb superhero movie – one of the best in a long time! Very, very satisfying. #CinemaCon pic.twitter.com/zRa1Xzl79l
— Daniel Howat (@howatdk) April 26, 2023

THE FLASH is awesome! One of the very best DC movies, a perfect blend of action, heart & humor! So many WOW & chill-inducing moments that longtime DC fans will love! EZRA MILLER is superb (twice, actually!) & MICHAEL KEATON’s still got it! #TheFLASH #BATMAN #CinemaCon pic.twitter.com/mYJrz7YUZG
— Scott Mantz 🖖 (@MovieMantz) April 26, 2023

https://twitter.com/ChrisHayner/status/1651045403259998208

Yeah, #TheFlash is legit great! It delivers some notably thrilling, fun and creative moments I felt I hadn’t seen in a million other superhero movies. It had me smiling from the Warner Bros. logo at the top and I even dug stuff inspired by movies I wasn’t into. pic.twitter.com/B5vFyFBBcl
— Eric Goldman (@TheEricGoldman) April 26, 2023

Yup. #TheFlash is as good as rumored. It’s Back to the Future meets Spider-Man: No Way Home with all the humor & heart of the former and action and surprises of the latter. If anything, it might be a tad too ambitious but it’s also just incredibly satisfying, heartwarming & fun. pic.twitter.com/Yysb9mjiAm
— Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) April 26, 2023

#TheFlash is FINALLY a HUGE step in the right direction for DC! Emotional and cheer worthy moments!Barry goes through some creative action sequences, Keaton’s Batman is absolutely magical and steals EVERY scene! Sasha’s Supergirl is AMAZING. This film will change everything… pic.twitter.com/mOzLw0SDI7
— Strictly Casual (@StrictlyCasuaI) April 26, 2023

#TheFlash strikes a lighter, comedic tone before straying down a darker, better path. Sasha Calle nails #Supergirl, she really makes her mark as the Girl of Steel. Also, Michael Keaton's epic return as Batman is amazing! It's a jam-packed, multiversal ride that DC fans will love. pic.twitter.com/vrTIjeAv8a
— Ben Rolph @ Berlinale (@TheDCTVshow) April 26, 2023

#TheFlash is a compelling, character-driven flick with a real emotional core & game changing stakes. With heart & humour aplenty – along with some shocks & surprises – there's so much to be excited for. Keaton steals the show with a terrific performance. A real love letter to DC! pic.twitter.com/TkhTjccisz
— Nicola Austin (@nicola_aus) April 26, 2023

While the issues around Ezra Miller the person seem unresolved, Ezra Miller’s performance(s) are undeniably the engine of The Flash giving a breath of fresh air to stale superhero stories, paying tribute to the past while setting up the future. pic.twitter.com/NWFCTcq3aQ
— Eli Glasner 🎥 (@glasneronfilm) April 26, 2023

#TheFlash is pretty great, and it makes sense to me now why DC didn't shelve this one. Michael Keaton is … chef's kiss. I didn't realize how much I needed Keaton's Batman in my life again. Some really emotional moments here. Sasha Calle is awesome – I want to see more of her! pic.twitter.com/2DYhSKMfyI
— Jenna Busch-Henderson (@JennaBusch) April 26, 2023

As a FLASH fan since childhood, I had the pleasure of seeing an early screening of ⚡️@TheFlash⚡️ movie last night. What a ride! Easily one of my favorite DC movies.

Gotta see it again! #TheFlash pic.twitter.com/FFYz3PYzTe
— Ed Boon (@noobde) April 26, 2023

THE LIST OF REACTIONS WILL BE UPDATED AS THEY COME OUT…

Highlights from the early reactions include the performances of Miller and Keaton, the story, the score, the humor, the emotion and the action sequences. With a reception like this, Warner Bros. would be smart to capitalize on this by setting up more early press screenings worldwide, fan experiences to promote the film, and more. However, star Ezra Miller, as much as they’ve been praised in this film, has become a sore spot for the general public. Hopefully, the positive buzz, Gunn’s constant high praise of the film, and Keaton’s return can change that.

Read the synopsis for The Flash:

Worlds collide when the Flash uses his superpowers to travel back in time to change the events of the past. However, when his attempt to save his family inadvertently alters the future, he becomes trapped in a reality in which General Zod has returned, threatening annihilation. With no other superheroes to turn to, the Flash looks to coax a very different Batman out of retirement and rescue an imprisoned Kryptonian — albeit not the one he’s looking for.
Warner Bros.

The Flash is scheduled for release on June 16, 2023. Are you excited for the Scarlet Speedster’s solo film? Let us know!

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‘The Flash’ First Reactions Call The DC Film “Tremendous”, “An All-Timer” And To “Believe The Hype”

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