The Flash occupies a significant role in the world of comics, often central to complex and convoluted storylines involving parallel dimensions and alternate timelines.

The long-awaited live-action film adaptation of The Flash arrives with considerable baggage, including studio turnover, rewrites, and legal troubles surrounding its star.

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The Flash movie aims to serve as a fresh start for Warner Bros. Pictures amidst a turbulent period for the DC superhero franchise.

The film's narrative draws inspiration from the "Flashpoint" comic storyline, where Barry Allen alters the DC Universe by saving his mother's life.

Ezra Miller delivers a solid performance as Barry Allen/The Flash, showcasing his comedic timing and adding levity to the character.

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However, the film falls short in fully developing its characters, resulting in a lack of depth and investment in their arcs.

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The Flash brings together familiar faces like Michael Keaton's Batman and introduces new characters such as Supergirl, played by Sasha Calle.

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The integration of digital effects in the movie is a notable achievement, seamlessly blending the portrayal of two Barry Allens on-screen.

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The film's depiction of time travel and alternate realities through CGI has received mixed reviews, with some finding it visually lacking.

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