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Director Defends 'The Flash' Amid Criticism and Controversies
16 Oct
Summary
- Director Andy Muschietti responds to criticism of 'The Flash'
- Ezra Miller's personal issues may have impacted the film's performance
- Muschietti stands by the movie despite its box office and critical struggles
In October 2025, director Andy Muschietti addressed the challenges faced by his DC film 'The Flash'. The movie, which was one of the final installments in the DCEU, has received significant criticism, including for its CGI. Muschietti believes the internet's relentless nature and the tendency of moviegoers to "talk shit" about various projects played a role in the film's struggles.
Another factor that may have impacted 'The Flash's box office and critical performance was the controversies surrounding its star, Ezra Miller. In the months leading up to the film's release, Miller had a number of legal issues and personal troubles, which Muschietti acknowledges as a "cloud" surrounding the DC movie.
Despite the challenges, Muschietti stands by the film itself, describing it as having a unique and fun multiversal story that featured both comedy and epic crossovers. He is particularly proud of the return of Michael Keaton as Batman, which he felt captured the essence of the comic book source material.
As the new DC Universe is being crafted by co-CEO James Gunn, many fans are still unpacking the events of the previous shared universe, including the performance of Muschietti's 'The Flash'. The director remains confident in the quality of the film, even as he acknowledges the factors that may have contributed to its struggles.
