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Andy Muschietti Defends The Flash, Says Studio "Went All In" During Ezra Miller Crisis

The 2023 film remains a box-office disappointment as DC resets its universe.

Overview

  • In new comments tied to promotion for IT: Welcome to Derry, the director says he is still proud of The Flash and considers it a good movie.
  • He argues online bandwagon backlash warped perceptions of the film, while acknowledging a publicity crisis tied to Ezra Miller.
  • Muschietti says the studio provided strong backing and "went all in" at a point when it could have pulled back over the negative press.
  • The Flash earned about $271.4 million worldwide on a reported $200 million budget, drawing mixed reviews and criticism of its visual effects.
  • He remains attached to DC's The Brave and the Bold, with reports indicating the project is in early development and lacks a finished script.