Mind-Blowing Revelation: Unveiling the Shocking Reason Behind Michael Keaton's Batman Retirement in The Flash

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Michael Keaton's Batman retired because he accidentally killed a criminal in front of their child, mirroring his own traumatic experience.

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The Flash possibly omitted the deleted scene that discussed this backstory, and it could have been due to the decision of either director Andy Muschietti or the studio.

Despite receiving mixed reviews, The Flash stood out with its exceptional Batman scenes, proving why Muschietti was selected to helm Batman: the Brave and the Bold.

The Flash director, Andy Muschietti, has provided insight into the reason behind the retirement of Michael Keaton's Batman, offering a fresh perspective on the character and the film.

Despite receiving a blend of reviews from fans and critics, The Flash was unable to meet box office expectations and was considered a financial disappointment in comparison to Green Lantern. However, for numerous fans who watched The Flash, Keaton's portrayal of Batman stood out as one of the movie's highlights. In this rendition, Keaton's Batman has been inactive for a span of 25 years until Barry Allen enters the picture and requires his assistance. Surprisingly, the film neglects to elaborate on the specific reasons behind his retirement.

Warner Bros. presents a featurette titled "Let's Get Nuts: Batman Returns, Again," offering viewers an exclusive look behind the scenes of Michael Keaton's return as Batman. Director Muschietti discloses that Keaton's Batman retired following an accidental killing of a criminal in the presence of their child. This thematic parallel to Bruce Wayne's parents' murder, which fueled his transformation into Batman, ultimately led to his retirement.

A deleted scene, shared on Twitter by Discussing Film, captures a conversation between the two characters Barry, taking place in the Batwing. The reason for this scene being omitted from the film remains undisclosed. It could be attributed to Muschietti's decision or that of the studio. Notably, James Gunn, as the Co-CEO of DC Studios, took immediate action to modify The Flash's ending, indicating the possible influence behind the removal of this scene.

Muschietti's goal with Keaton's Batman in The Flash was to defy expectations, and this particular backstory would have achieved just that. There are various ways to handle Batman's retirement in comics, TV, and movies, such as through the loss of a loved one, a debilitating injury, or realizing the extent of his actions. This version aligns perfectly with Batman's narrative.

The Batman sequences in The Flash were among the film's highlights. It is evident why Gunn selected Muschietti to direct Batman: the Brave and the Bold. While some fans may have concerns about another superhero film directed by Muschietti following The Flash's disappointment, hopefully, a more grounded storyline and a character he is comfortable working with will lead to greater success.

The Flash is currently available to buy Digitally.

Source: Warner Bros./YouTube