About this episodeThe hosts review 'The Flash' as a 'spectacularly average' film that suffers from excessive CGI, a weak protago…AI summary
The hosts review 'The Flash' as a 'spectacularly average' film that suffers from excessive CGI, a weak protagonist portrayal by Ezra Miller, and spoiler-heavy marketing that undermined its surprises. While the movie features high-quality action sequences and standout performances from Michael Keaton and Supergirl, the narrative is criticized for being a rehash of Justice League tropes and relying on lazy multiverse visualizations.
Key takeaways 5
Ezra Miller's portrayal of Barry Allen is criticized for lacking development from his Justice League appearance, making the character feel like an '18-year-old kid' rather than a respected hero.
The film's marketing strategy backfired by revealing major plot points (Supergirl, multiple Batmen, Nicholas Cage Superman) in trailers, which reduced the impact of the movie's surprises.
Michael Keaton's performance as an older, hippie-style Batman is highlighted as the best element of the film, providing humor and style that the rest of the movie lacked.
The CGI quality is described as outdated, with specific complaints about the 'skating' running stance and the visual representation of the multiverse.
The plot structure is seen as a rehash of Spider-Man: No Way Home and Back to the Future, where the protagonist's attempt to fix the past inadvertently makes things worse.
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“If you enjoyed Ezra Miller's Flash in Justice League you will like this movie.”
▶ 3:42Guest explains that Miller's performance did not evolve significantly from his previous appearance, making the movie feel repetitive for fans of that version.
“Spectacularly average. I'm giving it three as well.”
▶ 1:45Both hosts agree on a 3/5 rating, indicating the movie has highs but ultimately fails to stand out.
“They revealed way too much... imagine if none of this was revealed in the trailer... you took it away.”
▶ 26:34Critique of Warner Bros' marketing strategy which spoiled key cameos and plot twists before release.
“Keaton was whooping ass... it was the style yeah.”
Guest praises Michael Keaton's performance and the stylistic choice of his older Batman character.
“The Flash never was the butt of the joke in the Justice League... here they treated him like he was a kid.”
▶ 10:20Comparison between the comic-accurate respect for Flash in Justice League versus his portrayal as an immature character in this film.
Chapters & Sections (36)▼
0:01The Flash Movie Review and Discussionchapter2
0:01The Flash Movie Review and Discussion
3:20Disappointment with The Flash Movie Portrayal
5:22Batman Movie Discussion and Spoilerschapter3
5:22Batman Movie Discussion and Spoilers
7:53Barry's Maturity in the Film
9:30The Flash Movie Critique and Disappointment
12:25Barry Allen's Emotional Journey in the Flashchapter2
12:25Barry Allen's Speed Force Reflection and Multiverse
14:18Multiverse Storyline Criticism and Comparison
16:37Barry's Time Traveling Attempt Fails Miserablychapter3
16:37Barry's Time Travel and Family Realization
18:51Time Travel and Cultural Identity Discussion
20:05Discussion of Superman and Kryptonian Powers
21:39Discussion of Movie Scenes and Plot Twistschapter3
21:39Discussion of Aggressive Slam in Movie Scene
23:31Discussion about Movie Scenes and Characters
24:53Michael Keaton's Batman Nostalgia and Humor
26:23Disappointment with Flash Movie Plot Revealschapter2
26:23Mixed Review of The Flash Movie
29:22Young Flash Creates Suit and Parachute
31:04Fans React to a Favorite Scene in a Moviechapter2
31:04Discussion of a Fictional Fight Scene
33:54Barry's Justice League and Batman Discussion
36:03Confused Reaction to Flash and Superman Plotchapter3
36:03Confused Discussion of DC Superhero Storylines
38:52Mixed Review of DC Flash Movie
40:15Discussion of The Flash Time Travel Paradox
42:01Mixed Reactions to Multiverse and Madnesschapter2
42:01Mixed Reactions to Multiverse and Madness
43:52Barry and OG Berry's Special Move
47:07Batman's Continuity in the DC Universechapter4
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