A TV spot for The Flash movie shows glimpses of Ben Affleck‘s Batman in action unlike never before – fighting crime in daylight. However, the scene in question has come under criticism for its shoddy VFX. It appears Batfleck’s chin has digitally been added on the cowl in post-production and sadly sticks out like a sore thumb.
It seems there will come a point when Barry Allen (Ezra Miller) will have to fight his way out of the speed force in The Flash movie, as teased in the latest promos. Warner Bros. has released three new TV spots for Andy Muschietti‘s scarlet speedster flick to hype up DCU fans for the full-length trailer releasing on April 25 – the same day the movie is set to be screened at CinemaCon.
The first promo is a 6-second clip featuring brief shots of Sasha Calle‘s Supergirl, General Zod (Michael Shannon) and the two Barry Allens. but the takeaway moment was Michael Keaton‘s Dark Knight dropping to the ground on his knees.
fans compare Ben Affleck’s face in The Flash to Superman’s CGI fiasco
The Snyderverse’s Batman is shown in a chase sequence on the Batmobile in the second promo. The disjointed placement of Batman’s chin in the scene is being compared by many fans to the Josstice League situation when Superman’s mustache was removed with CGI. Meanwhile, The last titled Batwing TV spot received a positive reaction for paying tribute to 1989’s Batman . The clip shows the Burtonverse’s Batman drop-down from the Batwing.
While anticipation for The Flash movie is at an all-time high – there are also naysayers pointing out the low-grade visual effect shots from the trailer. However, since the movie is still in post-production – there is hope the filmmakers will have polished the scenes for its theatrical release. In fact, Sony & Marvel Studios’ Spider-Man: No Way Home VFX team was reworking the computer-generated sequences even post its release.
Electrifying new TV Spot for THE FLASH promoting the new trailer on April 25! #TheFlashMovie pic.twitter.com/crJgZLgHFG
— The Flash Film News (@FlashFilmNews) April 14, 2023
Here’s the Batwing TV Spot in HD! #TheFlashMovie pic.twitter.com/mYWMkQXwR7
— The Flash Film News (@FlashFilmNews) April 14, 2023
The multiverse will face off in this brand new TV Spot for THE FLASH! #TheFlashMovie pic.twitter.com/7TQCliSCqr
— The Flash Film News (@FlashFilmNews) April 14, 2023
Did they digitally add Ben Affleck’s face to this shot lmao pic.twitter.com/OGr7U5A0iw
— CanWeGetSomeToast (@CanWeGetToast) April 14, 2023
This is truly in the running to be one of the worst looking blockbuster films of all time. I can’t even begin to fathom it.
Every shot from this film continues to get worse. How was this ever even approved? This is JOSSTICE LEAGUE levels of bad. pic.twitter.com/rfEuPsk0Ef
— Jesabel (@JesabelRaay) April 14, 2023
– you use the template of MoS
– you use Batfleck,a 70 year old Keaton batman who moves like a 20 year old,Zod and supergirl
– you use Zacks vfx team
– you reshoot a bunch of scenes
And you come up with this??@wbd
What a disgrace!!#BoycottWBD #TheFlush https://t.co/D1NWFzxsWn— Dj Royal K (@i_am_royal_k) April 14, 2023
Warner Bros Didn't Learn Their Lesson With Superman's Lip In Josstice League
They Pasted Ben Affleck's Mouth on the Cowl In The Flash Movie#BoycottWBD#SellSnyderVerseToNetflix#RestoreTheSnyderVerse#ReleaseTheAyerCut pic.twitter.com/IdOtV7LSWM
— Ty (Great Power. Greater Responsibility.) (@TheSoulWithin7) April 15, 2023
would u believe me if i say both of these have the same vfx superior
we need zack snyder on dc so goddamn bad man asap #RestoreTheSnyderVerse #BringBackZackSnyder #BoycottWBD pic.twitter.com/7XTqZb5IjA
— RockStar | ரெஸ்டோர் தி சினைடர்வெர்ஸ் (@EnnamoEadho) April 14, 2023
lol pic.twitter.com/bSbQzBIaCw
— Matt Ramos (@therealsupes) April 14, 2023
To be with All Honesty Like I Legit am So Stocked for Ben Affleck Return as #Batman #TheBatman For #TheFlash #TheFlashMovie But at the same time like Man How Did we really Went From :
This to This pic.twitter.com/FF3N0NdcvW— Ground Breaker ☲ (@GroundBreaker49) April 14, 2023
My humble opinion is that Batfleck looks awesome here. I can see myself enjoying this.
However, the fact is that James Gunn said he and Safran are resetting the DC universe with The Flash and that's why I'm not supporting The Flash.#RestoreTheSnyderVerse pic.twitter.com/K8my30zwHR
— K-Warrior (@KWarrior777) April 14, 2023
The Flash movie recreated the iconic shot from Batman 89 that’s so cool! pic.twitter.com/3jsJ6KOwIV
— Mushroomcloud1 💭 (@Mushroomcloud16) April 14, 2023
Not looking good folks. This actually looks embarrassing to be honest. pic.twitter.com/2tK4WBZQw3
— Leonidas (@Signs2323) April 14, 2023
Ngl this shot looks cool af https://t.co/4e3IdjDCFo
— CanWeGetSomeToast (@CanWeGetToast) April 15, 2023
Me defending The Flash movie pic.twitter.com/83OIqJMXp3
— kyle (@kylelindecke) April 14, 2023
Oh No….Is It Just Me Or Do They Look AWFUL#BoycottWBD#RestoreTheSnyderVerse#SellZSJLToNetflix#SellSnyderVerseToNetflix pic.twitter.com/WpJy7F9YzE
— Ty (Great Power. Greater Responsibility.) (@TheSoulWithin7) April 15, 2023
BRO WHAT THE FUCK IS THIS#benaffleck #batman #theflash pic.twitter.com/OYO0E3KYTh
— SNYDERVERSE (@NewsSnyderverse) April 14, 2023
Not all shots from the teaser have received harsh criticism rather the speedster sequences warping space and time have been praised. Nevertheless, the verdict is expected to be out after The Flash movie screening at CinemaCon. Moreover, Ben Affleck has praised his performance in the Speedster feature as his best work portraying the caped crusader by far.
From the looks of it, exhibitors and journalists attending CinemaCon 2023 will be allowed to share their social media reaction to The Flash, similar to 2022’s Top Gun: Maverick screening at the event.
The Flash will arrive in theaters on June 16, 2023 in North America with an earlier release (June 14) internationally.
