Ezra Miller‘s long-awaited public appearance took place at The Flash premiere in Los Angeles earlier on Monday and the reaction from fans & the actor’s critics say it all. While they offered an apology for their past behavior in August 2022, their presence on the red carpet has irked many over the failure to hold the star accountable but some have also shown support for their ongoing recovery from mental health issues.
The creators behind DCU’s The Flash were finally able to commemorate the film’s release after overcoming several developmental hurdles alongside PR nightmare from Ezra Miller’s antics. Although the titular star engaged in the limited press, the rest such as director Andy Muschietti and Barbara Muschietti & the cast Ben Affleck, Antje Traue, Michael Shannon, Sasha Calle, Maribel Verdu and composer Benjamin Wallfisch kept the press engaged by taking the spotlight.
Miller was also seen interacting with fans at the premiere event by signing autographs though he appears to only remain for a brief moment in front of the cameras. Finally, after the premiere inside the auditorium -Ezra made a public speech by thanking the maestro – Andy Muschietti and going on to thank the creator of DC Comics’ speedster character, Carmine Infantino.
The actor listed several names including Zack Snyder and Deborah Snyder, WBD’s chairpersons Michael De Luca and Pam Abdy, its CEO David Zaslav. Most of all, Ezra Miller thanked DC Studios’ “dynamic duo” Peter Safran and James Gunn for their “grace and discernment and care”. Though several insiders like Grace Randolph noted it as a “very business oriented speech” since the aforementioned execs are responsible for bringing The Flash to the big screen whilst dealing with a plethora of roadblocks.
Ben Affleck joins Ezra Miller and Andy Muschietti on the red carpet for #TheFlash! pic.twitter.com/mUgWg3hl30
— The Flash Film News (@FlashFilmNews) June 13, 2023
James Gunn finally makes an appearance at #TheFlash LA Premiere! pic.twitter.com/cJaExTrlWd
— The Flash Film News (@FlashFilmNews) June 13, 2023
Unfortunately for Ezra, the internet has not been kind as many remarked moments from 2022 when they were arrested in Hawaii. Other instances such as when the Justice League star choked a fan, and allegations of grooming a minor to name some of their unhinged behaviors. Readers can check out reactions below.
This is unacceptable. If Ezra Miller can appear at a movie premiere despite what they’ve done, if they can’t get cancelled, then why should Jonathan Majors get cancelled? Why isn’t HE allowed to come back? We DON’T EVEN KNOW if he really assaulted his ex-partner; it hasn’t been… https://t.co/TzkKSjGW81
— 🤴🏽 D R E W (@KingDrewHTX) June 13, 2023
he really got away with this https://t.co/U7PZaBa7H7
— * (@bigguccicraigy) June 13, 2023
Ezra could have looked a lot worse. Good that they are in recovery. But still has yet to face any accountability or consequences for violent actions and has yet to address extremely concerning allegations. https://t.co/Gr6XIp4rZD
— (Greatphase) (@GGeneralHolt8) June 13, 2023
A person of color would have never gotten away with what Ezra Miller did. The hypocrisy. https://t.co/32mFvmOfdO
— JO-ÉL ISAAC (@TheJoelIsaac) June 13, 2023
Very very business oriented speech – managed to name check ALL the people who got Miller to this moment, and who will decide if Miller stays…
Lotta names 😅#TheFlashMovie https://t.co/7vvulBv0Wp
— Grace Randolph (@GraceRandolph) June 13, 2023
Instead of mocking people with mental health problems like some other losers/incels, here's Ezra Miller happily interacting with fans at #TheFlashMovie premiere
~WOAH SO SPOOKY~ pic.twitter.com/c8QulDES8E
— ⚡️JP⚡ (@pozmyneghole1) June 13, 2023
Ezra Miller looks really handsome here but most importantly, they look healthy.
I just wish they went on record & did some kind of interview & would just clarify everything that went down.
Mental illness, psychotic breakdowns, depression, etc. The accusations are horrendous. https://t.co/EG0ilVHLXS
— Jesabel (@JesabelRaay) June 13, 2023
Seriously? So Ezra Miller isn’t going to face any consequences for their actions? We’re all just supposed to forget that they choked a woman, groomed a minor and so on? 😒 https://t.co/OTq8AojJnW
— Lisa Bee (@leebee4life) June 13, 2023
Every time I’m reminded ezra miller exists all I can think abt is this video djfjdjd pic.twitter.com/9tuvXZkSwQ https://t.co/7ztimEdF9R
— alyia (@lycheegirl22) June 13, 2023
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Reminder: Ezra Miller is a menace. They shouldn’t be allowed to play the main character of a blockbuster film, especially a role of a superhero. https://t.co/76GV7T4kGy
— Corey (he/they) | 🏳️🌈 | 🇺🇦| 💜💜💜 (@Swiftie_Number1) June 13, 2023
Imma get HELLA shit for this…
But Ezra Miller is looking better and I wish them the best in their mental health recovery.
They blew up at the bars because people targeted their queerness with phobic slurs & failing mental health.
The rest of the “news” was proven false… 🤷🏼♂️— Austin Bitikofer (@BitikoferAustin) June 13, 2023
Seems like alot of people are forgetting the shit he's done…
Apparently he is/was mentally ill and is in a recovery program which gives me a little empathy but c'mon.
Y'all acting like you totally forgive him 😭 https://t.co/zKAQHzswdh
— Cody (Flash Era) (@Cody__Comics) June 13, 2023
Reminder: Ezra Miller assaulted a fan and endangered minors. They don’t deserve to star as the lead of a blockbuster film; they deserve to be held accountable for their crimes.
— Corey (he/they) | 🏳️🌈 | 🇺🇦| 💜💜💜 (@Swiftie_Number1) June 13, 2023
Everyone keeps commenting about how anxious Ezra Miller appeared on the red carpet. Well, wouldn't you be anxious if you're trying to recover from a breakdown; have media repeat defamatory lies and half truths for months on end; have to cope with people making fun of your gender… pic.twitter.com/0RYp8ICPRP
— Sorrymissjackson702 (@Sorrymissjacks7) June 13, 2023
A nigga could never get as many chances in the headlines and then still drop a movie as the main character 😭 https://t.co/oF9pVsOcoa
— @almighty_kirby (@kirby_sosa) June 13, 2023
Ezra Miller fighting the urge rn pic.twitter.com/DU8K4WNwf6 https://t.co/M2sEVgxgRH
— mo (@mofromyt) June 13, 2023
Some also compared Miller’s current situation with Jonathan Majors – claiming Hollywood is quick to hold a person of color responsible. Though it should be noted there has been no word yet from Disney/Marvel Studios on the Kang actor’s future. Moreover, the recent development with Tenoch Huerta has piled more trouble for the studio.
The Flash will arrive in theaters on June 15.
