DC’s “The Flash,” starring actor Ezra Miller, had a surprising start at the Box Office as it opened with $55 Million, which was reportedly $15 Million less than projected.
“The Flash” also doesn’t seem to be doing too well with critics, as it currently sits at a 66% approval rating on review sites Rotten tomatoes.
With a hefty budget estimate of $200-220 million, the superhero film has been hit with a string of heated controversies surrounding its lead actor, Miller, ahead of its June 16 premiere.
Read on to learn more.
‘The Flash’ Disappoints At The Box Office For Its Opening Weekend
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Director Andy Muschietti’s superhero movie, “The Flash,” had a disappointing start at the Box Office as it drew much less than the contestants expected.
The superhero film has reportedly earned a total of $55 million from 4,234 theaters in the US over the past three days, which is close to its initial estimate of $70 million, per Deadline.
“The Flash,” hailed by new DC Studios co-chairman James Gunn, as “one of the greatest superhero movies ever made,” cost around $200 million to produce. An estimated $100 million is also reportedly needed to market the film.
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follow DiversityThe film also did underwhelming numbers internationally, as it made $75 million from a total of 78 markets, capping its global gross at $139 million.
“The Flash” is the second DC movie in 2023, with two more set to be released later this year. The new film seems to mirror the trajectory of Dwayne Johnson’s “Black Adam,” which was considered a box office bomb for its $393.3 million gross after its theatrical release.
With critics, “The Flash” received lukewarm reviews as it currently has an approval rating of 66% and an audience score of 85% on Rotten tomatoes.
While more and more people seem to be disinterested in superhero movies, “The Flash” in particular seems to be suffering because of its star, Miller’s reputation.
Is Ezra Miller’s Controversial Past to Blame?
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Amid growing fatigue for superhero movies, the poor box office performance of “The Flash” can also be directly attributed to the scandalous image of its lead actor, Ezra Miller.
Miller, who uses the pronouns they/them, surprised fans with their disturbing behavior last year.
The actor was arrested in Hawaii for disorderly conduct and disorderly conduct after allegedly getting into a physical altercation with several other people at a Karaoke club.
Miller was subsequently charged with second-degree assault for allegedly throwing a chair, injuring a spectator in the forehead.
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To make matters worse, the cast of “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” was the subject of an exposé by Vanity Fair, titled, “Ezra Miller’s ‘Messiah’ Delusion: Inside the Dark Circle of the Lightning Star.”
In the report, Miller was accused of having a messiah complex, leading a cult of loyal followers, and having a harem.
An insider who spoke to the publication claimed the actor had a firearm stored at their Vermont ranch. Sources also claim that the Millers use their queer identities to their advantage and are okay with misgendering in their inner circle and behind closed doors.
Miller also pleaded guilty to a felony burglary charge earlier this year. The actor was accused of breaking into their neighbor’s house in Vermont to steal bottles of expensive liquor.
Ezra Miller Apologizes For Their ‘Past Behavior’
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After what appeared to be pressure from DC and Warner Bros. bigwigs, Miller, through their representatives, apologized for their scandalous behavior.
In a statement to Diversitythe actor said, “Having recently gone through a severe crisis, I now understand that I suffer from complex mental health issues and have begun ongoing treatment.
They added, “I want to apologize to everyone that I have worried and disappointed with my past behavior. I am committed to doing the work necessary to get back to a healthy, safe and productive stage in my life.”
‘The Flash’ Already Has A Sequel Script Written
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follow Diversity, “The Flash” already has a “finished” script for the sequel. The script was reportedly written by “Aquaman” screenwriter David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick and will feature appearances from Supergirl Sasha Calle and Michael Keaton’s Batman.
Despite the fan backlash Miller faced, the actor received only overwhelming support from the film’s cast, especially its director, Muschietti.
Muschietti also stated that if there is a second movie for “The Flash,” he has no plans to recast Miller.
“I don’t think anyone could have played that character as well as they did. The portrayal of the other characters is great, but this particular vision of the character, they’re just brilliant at it,” the director said on “The Discourse” podcast. He added, “It felt like the character was made for them.”
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