The release of The Flash was met with disappointment among DC fans as the movie struggled at the box office, ultimately becoming a major financial disappointment and failing to meet its budget expectations. The electrifying action and time-travel plot couldn’t salvage the film’s lackluster performance.
In a surprising turn of events, George Clooney’s potential involvement in replacing Ben Affleck as Batman after The Flash wasn’t the original ending. Fans expressed their discontent and criticism, leading to heated discussions online about the choices made in The Flash.
How The Flash‘s Twist Alters the DC Universe Forever
In recent reports, fascinating revelations have emerged concerning the original conclusion of The Flash. These insights shed light on Ben Affleck‘s anticipated comeback as Batman and the exploration of the Batman multiverse. The initial script depicted Batfleck’s enthralling confrontation with the vengeful Deathstroke, brought to life brilliantly by Joe Manganiello. Nevertheless, the narrative demanded the Dark Knight from the Snyderverse to navigate his path back from the Multiverse, where he found himself ensnared.
During a crucial moment, Flash discovered himself entangled within an alternate reality, and the true ending unveiled Batfleck’s desperate attempt to reach out to Barry, the sole beacon of hope for his liberation, from realms unknown. While not explicitly stated, speculations alluded to Batfleck’s possible entrapment in the haunting Knightmare realm, reminiscent of Batman v Superman and The Snyder Cut. To convey the urgency of the situation, he left a heartfelt note on either Barry’s phone or computer, emphasizing the gravity of the predicament.
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Nonetheless, the screening of The Flash went through substantial revisions, culminating in an unforeseen twist. Barry Allen’s time-altering actions unintentionally resulted in the erasure of Affleck’s Batman from the fabric of existence.
Concept to Reality: The Flash’s Turbulent Path to the Big Screen
The Flash found itself on a tumultuous ride at the box office, failing to ignite the expected fireworks among audiences and falling short of its grand budget aspirations. Moviegoers were left yearning for more as visual effects failed to dazzle, and the plot dashed their hopes, resulting in an underwhelming cinematic experience.
To exacerbate matters, the new co-CEO, James Gunn, slyly hinted at the overhauling of the entire DC Extended Universe (DCEU) and birthing a fresh cosmos of storytelling through the changed ending. This revelation left loyal fans pondering the uncertain and worrisome prospects for the future of DC films. After all, they had already deeply invested themselves in the existing continuity and character arcs of the DCEU. This multifaceted tumult created an exhilarating rollercoaster for the production. As if that weren’t enough, the lead actor’s controversies added more intrigue to the ongoing saga, complicating matters further.
Source: Bounding Into Comics
