Director: Andres Muschietti
Release Date: June 16, 2023
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures, DC
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Genre: Superhero, Action, Fantasy
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 2 hours 24 minutes
Budget: $200 million
Movie Plot:
Barry Allen, played by Ezra Miller in “Follow: The Flash,” is grieving over his mother’s sudden passing and wishes he could go back in time. Hurrying to reverse this setback, Barry finds a means to control time itself, sending him on a perilous voyage across the multiverse. His quest unintentionally modifies reality, sending him into a different universe devoid of metahumans and presenting him with both allies and enemies he never expected.
Review:
With themes of loss, redemption, and the fallout from tampering with time, “Follow: The Flash” is an exciting addition to the DC Extended Universe. In his portrayal of Barry Allen, Ezra Miller excels, striking a balance between a hero battling his own vulnerabilities and vulnerability. The script by Christina Hodson and Joby Harold, combined with the director Andres Muschietti’s visionary style, creates an exciting story that skillfully combines action-packed scenes with moving character development.
The film’s exploration of various worlds gives audiences a fresh perspective on well-known characters like Michael Keaton’s Batman and Sasha Calle’s Supergirl, as well as adding more nuance to the superhero genre. The dynamic chemistry between Ben Affleck and Michael Shannon in particular, further heightens the story’s emotional resonance.
“Follow: The Flash” is a visually stunning production with an entrancing musical score that solidifies the story in Barry Allen’s life while captivating viewers with its spectacle. It is proof of the enduring appeal of superhero mythology as well as a promising new chapter in the DC universe.
Cast:
- Ezra Miller as Barry Allen / The Flash
- Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne / Batman
- Ben Affleck as Bruce Wayne / Batman (alternate universe)
- Sasha Calle as Kara Zor-El / Supergirl
- Michael Shannon in a pivotal role
