Exclusive Insights: Keaton's Batman in The Flash & the Untold Story of the Cancelled DC Movie

Summary

The directors of the canceled Batgirl movie express disappointment at not being able to be part of The Flash and showcase their film to the world.

The cancellation of Batgirl seems even more perplexing in light of The Flash's release, which showcases Keaton's Batman in a captivating manner.

The Batgirl movie directors are discussing their experience of seeing Michael Keaton's Batman in The Flash, as well as addressing the cancellation of their own film. Despite the completion of principal photography, Warner Bros. Discovery decided to cancel the Batgirl film that was originally scheduled for Max (previously HBO Max), causing significant controversy in Hollywood.

After the release of The Flash, which was intended to introduce the story for Batgirl, particularly with Keaton's Batman, the directors of the film starring Leslie Grace shared their thoughts on watching the DCEU installment this summer. In an interview with Insider, Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah expressed their admiration for The Flash's director Andy and producer Barbara Muschietti, but also acknowledged that it was a bittersweet experience. Arbi stated that he still feels disappointed about not being able to be a part of the larger franchise, as he believes the audience should have had the opportunity to see and judge their canceled DC movie lineup.

We viewed it with a tinge of sadness. Our admiration for director Andy Muschietti and his sister Barbara, the movie's producer, knows no bounds. However, as we immersed ourselves in the film, a sense of longing grew within us. We yearned for the opportunity to unveil 'Batgirl' to the world and allow the audience to pass judgment. After all, the audience truly holds the power to determine the merit of a creation and whether it deserves recognition or not.

How The Flash's Release Makes Batgirl's Cancellation Worse

The cancellation of Batgirl, which took place over a year ago, continues to puzzle many, especially when considering the current development of The Flash. Prior to the official announcement of DC Studios, The Flash was intended to serve as a reboot for the DCEU, with Batgirl playing a crucial role in showcasing this altered reality. In the original conclusion of The Flash, Keaton's Bruce Wayne would have emerged as the new primary Batman for the DCEU, a direct outcome of Barry Allen's restoration of the timeline.

If Batgirl had been able to release as planned after The Flash, it would have created a genuine connection between the movies and likely encouraged audiences to fully embrace this cinematic universe. The Flash's ending, featuring Keaton, would have remained a mystery that could potentially be resolved in Batgirl, offering viewers a clearer picture of what the future of the DCEU could have looked like beyond 2023. Unfortunately, with Batgirl's cancellation and the imminent arrival of a new DC Universe, The Flash concluded in a comedic way, introducing George Clooney's Bruce as part of the DCEU, which left viewers uncertain about the official permanent Batman casting.

The more we learn about Batgirl, the more evident it becomes that the movie's cancellation is a significant loss due to the wasted potential of its casting and premise. Unless Batgirl unexpectedly sees the light of day, we can only speculate about the possibilities that would have unfolded if Barbara's standalone film had been allowed to release.

Source: Insider