Flash: Having Michael Keaton was a dream come true

When you talk about The Flash (2023)first independent film dc superherodirected by an Argentinian Andy Muschietti, everyone agrees and responds strongly: you have to see it. The conclusion they reached after watching the trailer Pictures by Warner Bros.

And that is, those who love the characters of the American comic book publisher, will not want to miss it Ezra Miller, who returned to play Barry Allen and his ability to run at superhuman speeds; nor yes Sasha Calle as Kara Zor-El (Supergirl) and not until Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne (Batman), the latter is a “strange dream come true” for the film’s director. In fact, it’s also for other fans who grew up with the icon Tim Burton’s 1989 Batman in Gotham City.

“I never imagined it Keaton I was going to come back as Batman, much less direct that return,” he said. Muschietti, during an exclusive virtual press conference for Latin media. The director wasn’t entirely sure if he could get some of the actors in the film, but getting them filled him with pride.

Latin power

“We chose to cast Latinos, because we are,” the producer said Barbara Muschietti, citing the presence of talents such as Spanish Maribel Verdú (Nora Allen) and Sasha Calle of Colombian origin, who were satisfied with the result of the film.

For verdo, Flash They are like “five movies in one” that fans will enjoy, with a central component of the plot: family. Actually, Barbara Muschietti She said Latin Americans share that value of family, so it was important to show her warmth.

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Change was hard

For his part, Calle said he initially found it hard to come to terms with his hairstyle to play Supergirl, a change the director decided upon as soon as he made his casting, however, he admitted he likes it now.

The actress also revealed that Henry Cavill, who played Superman, had already seen the film and liked his performance as Supergirl.

“Flash” will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, and will be released in international theaters starting June 14, 2023.

Synopsis

Worlds collide when Barry uses his superpowers to travel through time to change the events of the past. When his attempt to save his family inadvertently alters the future, Barry is trapped in a reality where General Zod has returned and threatens destruction, but there are no superheroes to turn to unless Barry can bring Zod out of retirement. a very different Batman and rescuing an imprisoned Kryptonian…even if that’s not who he’s looking for. Ultimately, in order to save the world he finds himself in and return to the future he knows, Barry’s only hope is to run for his life. But will the ultimate sacrifice be enough to restore the universe?

The film was shot over 25 weeks on more than 50 incredible sets built in six sets and one huge studio (Warner Bros. Leavesden Studios), as well as in various locations.

Written by Mellibeth González.