The Flash Star Reveals Shocking Truth Behind the 'Cursed' Film

Content: The Flash has faced a series of controversies, contributing to DC's ongoing streak of bad luck. Now that the film has premiered, Kiersey Clemons is finally ready to delve into the challenges they encountered during its troubled production.

Despite the discontinuation of the Snyderverse, the DC film franchise has struggled to establish a cohesive vision. While James Gunn taking the helm may help address this issue, the unforeseen difficulties surrounding Ezra Miller's controversial actions on the set of The Flash have had a significant impact. Just when most of the filming was completed, news broke about Miller's erratic behavior, causing significant damage to the brand and leading to The Flash's underwhelming performance at the box office. However, it is important to note that Miller's behavior was just one aspect of a larger problem.

In a highly anticipated interview with Nylon, Clemons shared her personal struggles that were entirely unrelated to their co-star. Despite portraying the captivating character of Iris West, Clemons' journey was far from enchanting. "Ever since the film's release, it feels like I've spent almost a decade putting on a brave face and extending endless kindness," Clemons candidly expressed. "I believe it was to safeguard my inner peace. Finally, I can openly acknowledge that this entire experience has evoked more tears than smiles. The only time I genuinely smiled was during the premiere."

Despite being involved in the project since 2016, Clemons encountered numerous obstacles. The onset of COVID-19 delayed her appearance as Iris, foreshadowing the challenges to come. Similar to another overlooked character, Iris West, Clemons faced significant hurdles. Unlike popular romantic leads such as Lois Lane or Steve Trevor, the young actor received little media attention. Instead of being a co-lead in the film, Iris felt more like an insignificant addition. This became even more apparent when Clemons discovered that her scenes were cut from Justice League. The humiliation she felt was exacerbated by rumors of being replaced. Combined with the controversies surrounding Miller, her experience in the film became incredibly tumultuous.

Considering everything that has transpired, it is evident that the future of DC's The Flash hangs in the balance. Although Gunn has proven himself as a worthy successor within the DC universe, uncertainty abounds, leading to backlash from fans. Even when separating her individual experience from the Miller scandal, Clemons has endured a harrowing ordeal in the entertainment industry. Struggling to succeed in a ruthless business, she remained committed to a role for a decade only to receive little recognition. There are no guarantees of future opportunities, and the film's performance at the box office did not meet DC's expectations.

Clemons' best course of action is to distance herself from a negative situation. To her merit, Clemons is navigating this situation quite well. She has been involved in smaller undertakings like Donald Glover's Swarm for Amazon. These personal projects likely offer greater artistic satisfaction, which is preferable to participating in an unappreciated role within a poorly performing film.

The Flash has been released in cinemas.

Source: Nylon