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Zachary Levi says ‘Shazam! 2’ criticism “doesn’t make any sense”

“It’s disappointing to not be doing as well as I think we deserve to be, because I think we made a really great movie”

Zachary Levi has taken to Instagram to defend Shazam! Fury Of The Gods after a string of negative reviews.

• READ MORE: ‘Shazam! Fury Of The Gods’ review: a body-swapping superhero sequel with no soul

As it stands, the sequel to Shazam! currently has a Rotten Tomatoes score of just 51 per cent and in a two-star review, NME wrote : “Swapping comedy for quips and action for messiness, the overstuffed, under-lit sequel only ever seems accidentally enjoyable.

“ Fury Of The Gods gets a big, silly ending which is occasionally fun, but there’s a cheap and clumsy feel to everything – a superhero sequel made in the same vague shape as a dozen others.“

In a new Instagram post, Levi (who plays the grown-up Billy Batson/Shazam in the film) has defended the film.

“It’s a throwback to all the movies that we knew and loved growing up in the ‘80s and ‘90s,” said Levi after comparing it to The Goonies . “You’ll thoroughly enjoy it.”

“It’s disappointing to not be doing as well as I think we deserve to be, because I think we made a really great movie. But shit happens,” he continued, saying he trusted his DC bosses to be doing “everything” in their power.

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“It is a fantastic, fun for the whole family movie. Just like the first one, it’s got the heart, the humour, the charm, the adventure, the spookiness. I don’t know how you can go to a movie like this and not feel joy, or fun like some people have said. I don’t know how that’s even possible.”

“Is it a perfect film? No,” the Shazam! star continued. “But I’m hardpressed to think of any perfect films. But we are a far better film than some of these critics have given us credit for. For those of you that haven’t seen the movie, it’s going to blow your mind.”

“I would love our audience score [on Rotten Tomatoes] to get so dang high, that people are like ‘this doesn’t make any sense’ because it doesn’t make any sense. It doesn’t make any sense that we got shook down the way we got shook down.”

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“Again, all you haters are going to be ‘your movie suck’ but it doesn’t. It legitimately doesn’t. If any of you saw the movie, you’d recognise it doesn’t suck. It’s a really entertaining, really fun movie,” Levi said, encouraging more positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.

“We’re not the first movie this has happened to by the way. I think this would be a really good opportunity to show the world that this isn’t the best way to evaluate movies.”

Currently Shazam! Fury Of The Gods has an audience score of 81 per cent. “It’s so disproportionately better, obviously people got some shit wrong.”

Earlier this week, director David F. Sandberg has said he’s “ done with superhero ” films following the poor reviews of Shazam! Fury Of The Gods .

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10 Best Superhero Movies of 2023, Ranked

2023 was an epic year for superhero movies. From the Marvel Cinematic Universe, DCEU, and beyond, these are the best superhero movies from last year.

Superhero movies continue to dominate the box office, despite reports of audiences growing fatigued of the epic genre. Studios continue to churn out movies based on comic book heroes, with entire cinematic universes revolving around such characters, from the Marvel Cinematic Universe to the DC Extended Universe.

2023 was a year of many superhero movies, which ran the gamut from strongly disliked to critically acclaimed. The year saw three MCU films, the conclusion of the DCEU, and multiple outside franchise offerings that prove the superhero genre is far from dying out just yet. Nevertheless, some of 2023's superhero movies were far superior to others.

10 The Flash Was A Cinematic Trainwreck

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Barry Allen uses his super speed to change the past, but his attempt to save his family creates a world without super heroes, forcing him to race for his life in order to save the future.

REVIEW: The Flash is a Fun & Surprisingly Emotional DCEU Highlight

The Flash is the long-awaited first solo film featuring the Scarlet Speedster. A loose adaptation of the Flashpoint storyline, The Flash follows Barry Allen as he accidentally rewrites reality when he goes back in time to stop his mother's murder. Along the way, he teams up with several alternate-reality heroes, including Sasha Calle's Supergirl and Michael Keaton's Batman.

Despite the massive hype leading up to the film and Keaton's long-awaited return as Batman, The Flash became one of the biggest flops in DC's history. Audiences took issue with the film's shoddy CGI, unconventional storytelling, and the seemingly irreverent cameos from posthumous actors. While The Flash is not in itself an offensive tale, it is undoubtedly the most hated superhero movie of 2023.

9 Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom Ended The DCEU With A Whimper

Aquaman and the lost kingdom.

Aquaman balances his duties as king and as a member of the Justice League, all while planning a wedding. Black Manta is on the hunt for Atlantean tech to help rebuild his armor. Orm plots to escape his Atlantean prison.

REVIEW: Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom picks up several years after the original film, with Arthur Curry now the king of Atlantis and a father to a young boy. When the villainous Black Manta returns for revenge, Arthur is forced to team up with his estranged brother Orm to defeat this rising threat and save Atlantis once more.

The Lost Kingdom loses all the momentum and fun that made its predecessor so much fun. The film is not as bad as some other DC entries but is painfully middle-of-the-road in virtually every way. As the final film in the DCEU, the movie is extremely underwhelming. For fans of the actor, the only real consolation is the hope that Jason Momoa will play Lobo in the DCU .

8 Shazam! Fury Of The Gods Didn't Capture The Fun Of The Original

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The film continues the story of teenage Billy Batson who, upon reciting the magic word "SHAZAM!" is transformed into his adult Super Hero alter ego, Shazam.

REVIEW: Shazam! Fury of the Gods is Best When it Embraces its B-Movie Roots

Shazam! Fury of the Gods focuses on the "Shazamily," Billy Batson's family of superheroes imbued with the power of the gods. Together, they must take on the ancient Daughters of Atlas, who seek to convert Earth into a new version of their destroyed homeworld.

At the tail end of the DCEU, Fury of the Gods failed to make a valid case to keep Shazam around in James Gunn's new franchise. Overburdened with half-hearted jokes that land only some of the time, the movie pales in comparison to its fan-favorite predecessor from 2019. Even so, Shazam 2 does still include some memorable moments and isn't by any means the worst entry in the DCEU.

7 The Marvels Was A Let-Down For MCU Fans

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Carol Danvers gets her powers entangled with those of Kamala Khan and Monica Rambeau, forcing them to work together to save the universe.

The Marvels Review: A Fun, if Flawed, Space Adventure

A sequel to 2019's Captain Marvel , The Marvels shows the first team-up between Captain Marvel, Photon, and Ms. Marvel when the trio's powers become mysteriously entangled. With this handicap, the team must combat the wicked Dar-Benn, who seeks to steal other planets' resources to save her own.

Just as its predecessor did, The Marvels earned massive fan pushback before it was even released. While some gripes about the movie were unwarranted, The Marvels mostly falls flat when it comes to its script and CGI. Even so, fans sometimes forget the positive aspects of the film, including the dazzling chemistry of its three leads and the fun antics along the way. Moreover, The Marvel's epic post-credits scene marks the biggest set-up for Avengers: Secret Wars yet seen in the MCU.

6 Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania Could Have Been So Much More

Ant-man and the wasp: quantumania, review: ant-man & the wasp: quantumania is a fun spectacle without a strong emotional core.

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania follows Scott Lang and his family as they are sucked into the Quantum Realm, where they find themselves hunted by the villainous Kang the Conqueror. Scott must band together with his daughter Cassie, now the superhero Stature, to defeat Kang and keep him from ending his exile in the Quantum Realm.

Marvel Studios had a lot riding on Quantumania 's success. As the kick-off to Phase 5 and introduction to the Multiverse Saga's main villain, the third Ant-Man film needed to be well-received. Unfortunately, fans and critics took issue with Quantumania 's half-baked story and rushed special effects. Although the movie has its high points, it serves as a weak introduction to the larger storyline of the Multiverse Saga. Quantumania is neither the best nor the worst MCU film of 2023, falling squarely in the middle when it comes to Marvel's recent projects.

5 Batman: The Doom That Came To Gotham Was An Under-The-Radar Success

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Inspired by the graphic novel of the same name released in 2001, Batman: The Doom that Came to Gotham is an animated action movie that sees Bruce Wayne as a young explorer who accidentally discovers and unleashes an ancient evil known as the Lurker on the Threshold onto the world. This discovery leads him to enter seclusion for the next twenty years, preparing himself as Batman to face this new threat. A part of the DC Elseworlds line, the movie takes place during the 1920s as an alternate take on Batman's origins. 

REVIEW: Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham Is a Love Letter to Lovecraftian Horror

Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham is an animated film set in an alternate reality of the DC universe modeled after the Lovecraftian horror genre. Based on the comic book miniseries of the same name, The Doom That Came to Gotham follows a 1920s version of Batman as he battles the reawakens threat of the Lurker, which has the power to destroy Gotham City.

The Doom That Came to Gotham isn't for everyone but is a unique and ultimately worthwhile endeavor for DC. In an age when superhero movies can easily feel stale and uninspired, the latest Batman animated movie is at least a breath of fresh air, even if not all DC fans can get behind its unusual themes.

4 Blue Beetle Was The DCEU's Strongest Film Of 2023

Blue beetle, review: blue beetle is a fun surprise.

One of the final entries in the DC Extended Universe, Blue Beetle is the origin story of Jaime Reyes, a young man who unwittingly helps steal an ancient scarab from the villainous clutches of Kord Industries. When Jaime accidentally bonds with the scarab, he transforms into the superhero Blue Beetle and instantly becomes a target. He must rely on some new friends and his family to get him through to the end.

Although the film didn't make a big impact at the box office, fans were generally pleased with Blue Beetle . The DC project was a refreshing homage to the simpler superhero movies of decades past, refusing to get bogged down in tedious franchise-building. The film's heartfelt message about family and compassion overcomes its subpar CGI and low-stakes story, leaving fans excited to see Blue Beetle's future in the DCU .

3 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Is A Great Fresh Start For The Franchise

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The film follows the Turtle brothers as they work to earn the love of New York City while facing down an army of mutants.

REVIEW: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem's Style Is the Substance

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is an animated film depicting the origin story of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Rafael, and Donatello. In the movies, the turtles emerge from their underground home for the first time in hopes of being seen as regular teenagers. Things go horribly wrong, however, and they are forced to protect the human world from the rising threat of Superfly and the Mutant Gang.

A surprise hit, Mutant Mayhem captures the velocity of the Spider-Verse movies with beautiful animation and a heartfelt story that finally gets the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles right. Given fan reaction to the reboot, it seems very likely that Mutant Mayhem will launch a successful and long-running franchise.

2 Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 Ended James Gunn's Trilogy On A High Note

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Still reeling from the loss of Gamora, Peter Quill rallies his team to defend the universe and one of their own - a mission that could mean the end of the Guardians if not successful.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Is a Love Letter to Imperfection and Found Family

The long-awaited conclusion to James Gunn's beloved trilogy, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 follows its titular band of unconventional heroes as they desperately try to save the life of their teammate, Rocket Raccoon. To do so, they must delve deeper into his past, bringing them face-to-face with the malevolent High Evolutionary, who seeks to become a god through his genetic experiments.

Audiences went into the film expecting several major deaths but were instead treated to something far superior--a well-deserved happy ending. Still, the third Guardians of the Galaxy will make fans cry with its intense depictions of cruelty and trauma, though everything evens out in the end. The film is by far the best-written entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in years, proving that the franchise isn't as down-and-out as some people claim.

1 Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse Sets A New Standard For Multiverse Movies

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Miles Morales catapults across the Multiverse, where he encounters a team of Spider-People charged with protecting its very existence. When the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles must redefine what it means to be a hero.

REVIEW: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Is Exactly Why We Love Superhero Films

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse picks up Miles Morales's story as he settles into his role as Spider-Man. After reconnecting with Gwen Stacy's Spider-Woman, Miles leaps back into the multiverse, where he discovers a vast array of Spider-Man variants, led by Miguel O'Hara. However, Miles objects to their philosophy of protecting the multiverse, getting on Miguel's bad side.

Much like its 2018 predecessor, Across the Spider-Verse, pushes the boundary of what a superhero movie can be while fully capitalizing on the many opportunities that a multiverse story creates. Paired with dazzling animation and underscored by an epic theme, the film's story is packed with emotion, heart, and humor. Once again, the Spider-Verse franchise has dominated the superhero genre this year.

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Mother Of The Bride Ending Explained

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• Brooke Shields makes a comeback in Netflix romcom Mother of the Bride but sets unwanted Rotten Tomatoes record for her career.
• Mother of the Bride stars Shields as a single mom shocked to find out her daughter's fiance's dad is her college ex-boyfriend.
• Critics may have slammed Mother of the Bride, but fans of romantic comedies will still be charmed by its familiar formula.

Brooke Shields has made a comeback with the lead role in the Netflix romantic comedy Mother of the Bride , but the new movie has unfortunately set an unwanted Rotten Tomatoes record for the actor’s career. Mother of the Bride stars Shields as a single mother and Miranda Cosgrove as her daughter who returns from a year abroad with the news that she’s getting married in a month. Much to her mom’s horror, the father of the groom is her own ex-boyfriend from college, played by Benjamin Bratt.

Shields first became a star as a teen actor in the 1980s with roles in The Blue Lagoon and Endless Love . Throughout her decades-long career, Shields has appeared in some widely acclaimed films, from Freeway to Chalet Girl to Alice, Sweet Alice . She had memorable cameo appearances in The Other Guys and The Muppets Take Manhattan . Now, she’s leading the Mother of the Bride cast . Based on its trailer, Mother of the Bride looked like it could be a crowd-pleasing feel-good romcom, but its dismal Rotten Tomatoes score tells a different story.

Netflix's Mother Of The Bride Is The Worst Rotten Tomatoes Score Of Brooke Shields' Movie Career

When the first reviews for Mother of the Bride came in, it debuted on Rotten Tomatoes with a 0% rating , indicating a universally negative reception. Not only is 0% a “rotten” score, which is already bad; it means that not a single review for Mother of the Bride was even remotely positive. This is a new low for Shields’ career – she’s never had a movie land 0% on Rotten Tomatoes before. Even the most critically panned ones got at least a couple of positive reviews.

Her previous lowest score on Rotten Tomatoes was 8%, shared by 1999’s The Bachelor and 2010’s Furry Vengeance . The Bachelor is a remake of Buster Keaton’s 1925 silent comedy Seven Chances . Furry Vengeance is a family-friendly slapstick comedy about a real estate developer whose life is ruined by pesky wildlife who want revenge for his new project tearing down their woodland home. According to Rotten Tomatoes, Mother of the Bride is even worse than these.

Why Mother Of The Bride's Reviews Are So Negative

The main reason why Mother of the Bride ’s reviews are so negative is that it’s not the kind of movie that’s made to please critics . It’s made for fans of romantic comedy movies and it delivers the goods in that genre. It sticks to the familiar romcom formula with a silly high-concept premise and the promise of both comical situations and rekindled romance. Critics might have hated Mother of the Bride , but its target audience will be charmed by it.

Mother of the Bride

Lana’s daughter Emma returns from abroad and drops a bombshell: she's getting married. In Thailand. In a month! Things only get worse when Lana learns that the man who captured Emma's heart is the son of the man who broke hers years ago.

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This shared universe had high aspirations for the future of the franchise, but various realities got ... [+] in the way.

Given the immense levels of success the Marvel Cinematic Universe has achieved with its franchise, it’s only natural that DC Comics, Marvel’s long time competitor, wanted a shared universe of their own. And so we get the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) bringing together the stories of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, the Flash and more.

But unlike with Marvel’s well-oiled machine, DC’s equivalent has become known for a general lack of cohesion and several harsh pivots , including an apparent reset on the horizon under the leadership of new Co-CEO James Gunn. Nevertheless, the full DCEU as it stands holds 15 films centering around heroes pushing towards greater ideals. So if you’re interested in embarking on that journey, here is how to watch the DCEU movies in order.

Man of Steel (2013)

Batman v superman: dawn of justice (2016), suicide squad (2016), wonder woman (2017).

• Justice League (2017)

Aquaman (2018)

Shazam (2019).

• Birds of Prey (2020)

Wonder Woman 1984 (2020)

• Zack Snyder’s Justice League (2021)*

The Suicide Squad (2021)

Black adam (2022), shazam fury of the gods (2023), the flash (2023), blue beetle (2023), aquaman and the lost kingdom (2023).

*The canon status of this film versus its predecessor is a bit muddled, as we’ll discuss below.

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This series, as with most, is likely best watched in the order of release. However, if you are interested in traversing the films’ one hundred years of history as the characters lived it, the chronological watch order might offer an exciting experience.

While the films have not always made it explicitly clear what years they take place in, details in the various entries can generally tell us their placement on the timeline. So, if you’re interested in watching the DCEU in chronological order, read on for your guide below. All are available on Max .

Gal Gadot brought Princess Diana to life on the big screen (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images).

Our watch order begins in 1918 with Diana Prince’s first major adventure. The film stars Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, and Robin Wright and is directed by Patty Jenkins. The movie also met very positive reviews upon release, currently holding a 93% score on Rotten Tomatoes.

In the film, Allied spy Steve Trevor crashes onto a mysterious island and meets Princess Diana of a secret warrior people created by the Gods. But after learning of the horrors of World War 1 and believing it is the doing of the rogue god Ares, Diana joins Steve in returning to the world in hopes of ending the conflict.

The movie also begins with Diana receiving a package from one Bruce Wayne in the present, someone we will learn more about soon in our timeline.

Director Patty Jenkins returns for Wonder Woman's second outing.

We catch up with Diana 60 years later for a new adventure in Washington D.C. The movie is again directed by Patty Jenkins and sees the return of Gal Gadot and Chris Pine, with Kristen Wiig and Pedro Pascal joining the cast. However, this sequel did not fare as well critically, sitting at 58% on Rotten Tomatoes.

In the film, Diana is now working at the Smithsonian with her colleague Barbara Minerva while also secretly continuing her heroics as Wonder Woman. But when they uncover the Dreamstone, an ancient artifact that can grant wishes, Diana is delighted to see it revive her love Steve, and Barbara has it give her some of Diana’s power. Eventually though, businessman Maxwell Lord uses the stone to grant the world’s wishes, leading to a global chaos that Diana must now race to fix.

This entry is also notable for being one of the films which HBO Max, controversially, released online on the same day as its theatrical release.

"Man of Steel" introduced a new version of Superman, and Zack Snyder's broader vision for DC, to the ... [+] world for the first time.

Next, we arrive at the first released film, Man of Steel . The movie met generally unfavorable reviews, with a 56% on Rotten Tomatoes . It stars Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, and Kevin Costner and is directed by Zack Snyder.

In the movie we meet Clark Kent, an alien who was sent to Earth from his dying planet and then taken in by loving parents in Kansas. In adulthood, Clark learns that his abilities can make him a hero among people. Meanwhile, reporter Lois Lane investigates the truth behind him. But then Krypton’s General Zod invades Earth and causes significant destruction to Metropolis which Kent, ultimately dubbed Superman, must work to thwart.

While fans have come to praise the film in retrospect, the movie is generally criticized for depicting a more bleak version of Superman than is usually seen in his hopeful comics. This movie is also notable as it marks the beginning of Zack Snyder’s vision for a shared DC universe when he held much control over the franchise’s direction.

Expectations were high for the film bringing Batman and Superman together on the big screen.

And then heroes collide in an epic battle over the meaning of justice. Despite its ambitions, the movie met a very cold critical response and earned a 29% on Rotten Tomatoes. The movie is again directed by Zack Snyder and stars Henry Cavill, Ben Affleck, Jesse Eisenberg and Gal Gadot.

In the movie Bruce Wayne, who has been operating as Batman for decades, becomes convinced Superman is a threat after witnessing his destruction in Metropolis. At the same time Clark investigates what he views as Batman’s overreaches of justice. But then businessman Lex Luthor is revealed to have been manipulating events to force a battle between the two, leading to a climactic final showdown.

This movie remains incredibly divisive to this day with fans endlessly picking apart what went wrong. That being said, Ben Affleck’s take on Batman, which the movie introduced, has become a beloved version of the character. The movie is also notable for bringing Wonder Woman into the present day, and through her efforts briefly introducing us to other characters in this universe such as Aquaman, the Flash and Cyborg.

The cast of "Suicide Squad" pose ahead of the film's release on August 4, 2016 in London.

Before we get the first superhero team-up of the series, the villains get a team of their own. The film stars Will Smith, Margot Robbie, Viola Davis and Jared Leto and was directed by David Ayer. However, this entry stands out as the worst rated film in the franchise, earning a 26% on Rotten Tomatoes.

When the evil witch the Enchantress takes over Midway City, government official Amanda Waller enacts her plan to use supervillains to fight greater enemies, cajoling them to cooperate under threat of execution. Her team includes the Joker’s girlfriend Harley Quinn, Deadshot, Captain Boomerang and Colonel Rick Flag, who leads the group. Meanwhile, the Joker gathers intel on the mission and plans to intervene. After a long journey of battles and self-discovery, the team faces off against the Enchantress in a final stand for the city.

Viewers have extensively derided this film in the years since its release, in particular criticizing its take on the Joker. However, this incarnation of Harley Quinn has proved to be immensely popular and led Margot Robbie to reprise the role several times.

Justice League (2017) OR Zack Snyder’s Justice League (2021)

The Justice League finally united to save the world.

And then we arrive at the first major crossover event. However, there are actually two competing versions of this outing. Both films star Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Gal Gadot, Ezra Miller, Jason Mamoa and Ray Fisher. But while the first version sees an unfavorable 40% on Rotten Tomatoes, Snyder’s version sits at a 71% .

In both versions, while the world is mourning the recent death of Superman, the alien Steppenwolf, working under Darkseid, arrives on Earth and plans to unite the powerful Mother Boxes in order to overtake it. To face this threat, Bruce and Diana assemble a team, recruiting Arthur Curry/Aquaman, Barry Allen/the Flash, and Victor Stone/Cyborg. Then, desperate for help, the team uses one of the Mother Boxes to reanimate Superman. The team then ultimately arrives at Steppenwolf’s base for a final confrontation for the fate of the Earth.

Director Zack Snyder originally planned for Justice League to be the culmination of his years of story planning. However when a personal tragedy took him away from the job, Joss Whedon stepped in and greatly changed the film’s direction. Whedon’s work led to the 2017 release of Justice League , which has a noticeably more lighthearted tone than Zack Snyder’s direction would typically allow for. However, after an unprecedented fan campaign , Snyder later got the opportunity to realize his vision with 2021’s Zack Snyder’s Justice League , a re-edit of the film which greatly changes its feel and improves its cohesion.

The question of canon now becomes difficult, though, with these competing versions altering important details in the story. Officially, Whedon’s cut is what belongs in the timeline and most other movies reference its events. However, The Flash seemingly references events which only happen in Zack Snyder’s version. And so, which version takes precedence is unclear. But choosing to watch either will still allow you to understand the greater story well enough.

Aquaman introduces us to a dazzling new world underwater.

We then head to Atlantis for Arthur Curry’s story. Aquaman earned a favorable 65% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The movie also stands out for being the highest grossing film in the franchise, and also the only one to crack a billion dollars at the box office. The movie stars Jason Momoa, Amber Heard and Patrick Wilson, and is directed by James Wan.

Arthur Curry, son of the late queen Atlanna of Atlantis, continues his heroics on land after abandoning Atlantis. But then Princess Mera emerges from the waters to convince Arthur to return to Atlantis and prevent his half brother King Orm from waging a war on the surface world. The two then set off on a quest to retrieve the lost trident of Atlan, which would allow Arthur to replace Orm as king, while Arthur’s enemy Black Manta also battles them. In the end, Arthur’s forces face off against Orm’s in a battle for the future of Atlantis.

'Shazam!' tells a heartwarming tale centered around family (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images).

In the next entry, we meet a younger hero. This film was met very well in reviews, sitting at 90% on Rotten Tomatoes. The movie stars Zachary Levi, Asher Angel and Mark Strong and is directed by David F. Sandberg. The movie also features several references to the Justice League, as the team is now well known in-universe.

After a rough few years, the system places orphan Billy Batson in a foster home with loving parents that also houses five other foster children, including Billy’s new roommate Freddy. Then, after Billy saves Freddy from bullies, the wizard Shazam appears and demands that Billy become his champion. After accepting, Billy gains the ability to transform into a superhuman adult. However, Thaddeus Sivana, who was denied Shazam’s powers in his childhood, then arrives with the cursed power of the Seven Deadly Sins and demands that Billy turn his abilities over to him. Ultimately, Sivana kidnaps Billy’s new siblings and he, as Shazam, realizes a way they all can overcome this threat together.

Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) (2020)

"Birds of Prey" shows off a zanier side of the DCEU.

And then we check back in with Harley Quinn. The film sees the return of Margot Robbie, who now also serves as producer, and also brings Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Jurnee Smollett-Bell and Ewan McGregor to the cast. The movie is directed by Cathy Yan, and earned a strong 79% on Rotten Tomatoes.

After the Joker breaks up with Harley Quinn, she finds old enemies are after her on the streets of Gotham. Meanwhile, crime boss Roman Sionis is looking for a valuable diamond while Dinah Lance serves on his team. At the same time, detective Renee Montoya investigates the vigilante the Huntress. But then, when the young pickpocket Cassandra Cain finds the valuable diamond, she quickly falls under Harley Quinn’s protection as Sionis is out to get her. When all parties collide at an abandoned amusement park, the five women form an alliance to face off against Sionis.

The villainous teams' second DCEU entry made for a stronger film.

Next, director James Gunn, coming off the success of his Marvel films , brings this universe another take on the titular team of villains. This film stars Margot Robbie, Idris Elba, John Cena and Viola Davis and received much better reviews than its predecessor, earning a 90% score on Rotten Tomatoes.

While the name is similar, this film serves as a sequel to the original Suicide Squad and not a remake. This time Amanda Waller assembles another team of criminals to infiltrate a small island nation and destroy a mysterious laboratory experiment there. The team, which includes Bloodsport, Harley Quinn, Peacemaker, King Shark, Ratcatcher 2 and Polka-Dot Man, eventually breaks into the secret laboratory after a number of complications. But when the deadly true nature of the laboratory becomes apparent, the team divides among themselves as they face a monstrous new threat.

This movie is also notable as the DC brand was only able to bring James Gunn on board after he was briefly fired from working for Marvel . This turn of events likely then eventually helped Gunn take on the job of leading DC Studios as a whole. Furthermore the character Peacemaker, introduced in this movie, later went on to lead a beloved show on HBO Max .

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson sought to shift the hierarchy of power in the DC universe with "Black ... [+] Adam."

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s foray into the superhero genre is next. But despite The Rock’s best efforts , Black Adam was met poorly by critics and holds a 38% on Rotten Tomatoes. The movie of course stars Johnson, and also Pierce Brosnan and Aldis Hodge and is directed by Jaume Collet-Serra.

In the film, years ago, a council of wizards chose a champion to free Kahndaq from an oppressive king. In the present, Kahndaq archeologist Adrianna Tomaz and her team locate the powerful Crown of Sabbac. But when Ishmael and Intergang ambush them, Adrianna awakens the warrior Teth-Adam, believed to be the champion of old, who defeats the attackers. However, Amanda Waller then sends the Justice Society, including Hawkman, Doctor Fate, Cyclone and Atom Smasher, to apprehend him. But then Ishmael reveals he is the descendant of the old Kahndaq king, and uses dark forces to be reborn as the demonous Sabbac. Now, Black Adam must work with the people of Kahndaq and the Justice Society to save the nation.

Shazam's sequel brought a new trio of villains to the cast.

After a successful first outing, we return again to the Shazam family. Unfortunately though, the movie was met unfavorably by critics, holding a 49% on Rotten Tomatoes. The film stars Zachary Levi, Asher Angel, Rachel Zegler, Lucy Liu and Helen Mirren and is again directed by David F. Sandberg.

In the movie, the daughters of Atlas Hespera, Kalypso and Anthea conspire to trick the Shazam family in order to retrieve the Golden Apple that would restore their fallen realm. And so when the villainous trio collide with Billy and his family, who now all have powers, they struggle to face against them as the daughters are able to remove their abilities. Ultimately though the sisters divide amongst themselves while Billy’s family comes together in a final stand for the fate of the Earth.

This entry’s place in the timeline is somewhat difficult as the movie itself implies an earlier year, while official statements place it here. But this spot in the timeline is the likely best position for it. The movie also features a cameo from Wonder Woman, a look at Sivana again in jail, and ends with Billy being asked to join the Justice Society.

After many delays, "The Flash" finally made its way to release.

After a long and troubled production history , The Flash finally comes to our screens. The movie saw generally favorable critical reviews, holding a 63% on Rotten Tomatoes. However, fans of the franchise were less kind to this entry. The movie stars Ezra Miller, Sasha Calle and Michael Keaton and is directed by Andy Muschietti.

After completing a mission with Batman and Wonder Woman, Barry accidentally runs so fast as to travel back in time and then, using this opportunity, changes the past to prevent his mother’s death. However, he then lands in an alternate 2013 and collides with a younger version of himself. Realizing that this is the year General Zod attacked Earth, Barry seeks out the Justice League, only to find an alternate version of Batman and Superman’s cousin Kara in lieu of the Man of Steel. Nevertheless, this team faces Zod’s forces, but ultimately meet seemingly insurmountable odds as both Barrys reckon with the weight of their powers over time.

Despite favorable critical reviews, fans of the franchise have been less kind to this entry. This release was also further mired in controversy as leading up to its release lead actor Ezra Miller, who plays three roles in the film, caused a series of troubling headlines . Notably though the movie also features Michael Keaton playing an alternate version of Batman similar to the one from his 1989 film, and also introduces Supergirl into this universe for the first time.

"Blue Beetle" brought a new hero to the DCEU.

Then we meet another younger hero in Jaime Reyes. The movie met favorable critical reviews, sitting at a 78% on Rotten Tomatoes. The film stars Xolo Maridueña, Bruna Marquezine, Susan Sarandon and George Lopez and is directed by Ángel Manuel Soto.

In the film Jaime Reyes is excited when he gets the chance to discuss work opportunities with Jenny Kord, niece of the Kord Industries CEO Victoria Kord. However, when Jenny discovers that her aunt is using an alien device called the Scarab to manufacture a deadly army, she steals the Scarab and tells Jaime to hide it. But then the Scarab fuses with Jaime’s body and gives him the full powers of a sentient super suit. This leads Victoria’s forces to target Jaime’s family and seek to painfully extract the suit’s information from his body. But with the help of his family and Jenny, Jaime then hones the powers of his suit to prepare against Victoria Kord and her forces.

The DCEU comes to a close after one last trip to Atlantis.

The DCEU comes to a close with Aquaman’s last adventure. Sadly though, the movie met generally poor reviews, earning a 34% on Rotten Tomatoes. The film stars Jason Momoa, Patrick Wilson, Amber Heard, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Randall Park and is again directed by James Wan.

After the events of his prior film, Arthur has married Mera, had a son, and now serves as the King of Atlantis. However, Black Manta has not ceased in seeking revenge, and has now also attained the powers of an ancient black trident. Desperate to stop him, Arthur frees Orm from prison and teams with him to investigate Black Manta. Eventually, Arthur and Orm team with several allies to face Black Manta at the ruins of a lost kingdom and confront the ancient dark voices that are influencing him.

Notably, as this film released soon after the highly publicized legal battle between Amber Heard and Johnny Depp, the controversy of this real world event may have affected public sentiment around the film.

In January of last year, James Gunn, who along with Peter Safran recently became Co-CEO of DC Studios, announced the team’s new 8-10 year plan of interconnected movies, television shows and games which would form the new DC Universe (DCU). This has been interpreted by most to mean a fresh reset for the DC canon.

This would mean that, while several DC films are confirmed to be on the horizon, the DC movies in our future are not intended to share a universe or any connectivity with the sixteen films mentioned above. Further, Gunn has also made clear that the studio will continue making projects that do not connect to any shared universe, dubbed Elseworlds projects, which are focused on telling their own unique stories. And so, below, let’s explore what’s said to be coming ahead.

Joker: Folie à Deux (October 4, 2024)

Lady Gaga joins the cast in the highly anticipated sequel to "Joker."

This year will see the coming sequel to Joker , Todd Phillips’ unique take on the titular troubled clown played by Joaquin Phoenix in an Oscar-winning role. The movie, interestingly, is also being described as a musical and, perhaps fittingly, has cast Lady Gaga as this Joker’s Harley Quinn.

The 2019 Joker film not only generated an immense amount of controversy , but also went on to become the highest grossing R-rated film of all time by cracking a billion dollars at the global box office. And so, while this was not originally the plan, it’s not surprising that a sequel was drawn up. Crucially though, this film, as with its predecessor, is an Elseworlds entry that is not intended to connect to any wider universe. That is, it will have no connection with the older DCEU or the new DCU. The trailer for the film can be viewed here .

Superman (July 11, 2025)

David Corenswet has been cast as the new Man of Steel.

James Gunn has confirmed that his new DCU film franchise will officially begin with Superman , a fresh take on the classic hero. Originally titled Superman: Legacy , the project is being described as not an origin story and focusing more on a Clark Kent that is already active in his work.

David Corenswet will be playing the titular Man of Steel, with Rachel Brosnahan stepping in as Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult playing the villain Lex Luthor.

The Batman Part II (October 2, 2026)

Robert Pattinson's take on Batman will soon return.

Matt Reeves’ 2022 film The Batman , starring Robert Pattinson, was also a massive success for the DC brand outside of the DCEU. So, Reeves and Pattinson will both return for the sequel in this Elseworlds story. No further plot details are known at this time.

The Authority (TBA)

James Gunn promises something new with "The Authority."

James Gunn announced The Authority as the second live action film in his new DCU slate. In the comics, The Authority is a heroic team that is more brutal in its enactment of justice than we may be used to. The characters are also more obscure, offering something new to fans from outside the comics.

However, no further plot details are known.

The Brave And The Bold (TBA)

A new take on Batman is headed to our screens.

And what would a shared DC Universe be without its most popular character? The Brave and the Bold plans to introduce us to this universe’s incarnation of Batman, aiming again to avoid the origin story and show us a vigilante that is already in operation.

Crucially, the film will also introduce Batman’s son Damian Wayne, otherwise known as Robin. Also, as Robert Pattinson’s Batman is an Elseworlds story, this take on the character will share no connections with his. While currently no casting information or plot details have been announced, James Gunn has said that Andy Muschietti from The Flash will come on as director.

Supergirl: Woman Of Tomorrow (TBA)

Actress Milly Alcock will bring Supergirl to life.

James Gunn also announced in January that a Supergirl movie was on his slate. While further plot details have not been revealed, Gunn has confirmed the casting of Milly Alcock for the titular role. Alcock was recently seen as a younger Rhaenyra in the Game of Thrones prequel show House of the Dragon .

Swamp Thing (TBA)

Director James Mangold has set his eyes on a project in the DC Universe.

The final film James Gunn confirmed in January for his DCU is Swamp Thing , which will tell the story of a terrifying swamp creature who fights for his corner of the world.

The source material in the comics for this project has heavy horror elements, and so this film is expected to lean into that visual language. Director James Mangold, who most recently helmed the latest Indian Jones sequel, is said to be directing.

Teen Titans (TBA)

The Teen Titans have become very well-known on the animation side of things.

This year, we also saw the announcement that a live action version of Teen Titans is moving forward at DC Studios, using the same team that has seen so much success in DC’s prior animated projects. Ana Nogueira will be writing the screenplay.

Bottom Line

While Marvel’s universe has become the go-to example of modern superhero success, we would be remiss to ignore the massive cultural influence DC’s films have also had. The now closed DCEU may have been messy, but it introduced us to beloved versions of characters whose impact will not soon fade. And now, with the coming DCU and a variety of Elseworlds stories, the world of DC promises much excitement to come.

So, in many ways, it’s never been a greater time to be a fan.

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The Only Al Pacino Movie That Has A Perfect Rotten Tomatoes Score

When it comes to Al Pacino's best movies , films like "The Godfather," "Serpico," and "Scent of a Woman" likely come to mind. However, none of these critically acclaimed pictures have managed to knab one of the most evasive honors in modern-day showbusiness: a 100% rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. In fact, only one Pacino flick has received a perfect rating on the popular review aggregator. And before you ask, no, it's not "Jack and Jill" or "Gigli."

Surprisingly, 2013's "Salomé," which Pacino directed and starred in alongside Jessica Chastain, has an unblemished critical score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes . The film serves as an updated version of Pacino's 2011 "Wilde Salomé," which performed more as a docudrama; both projects are based on Oscar Wilde's play of the same name. The general story of "Salomé" follows King Herod (Pacino) and Chastain's titular character, a princess who develops a rather interesting (that's putting it  very  mildly) fascination with John the Baptist (Kevin Anderson), who is the king's prisoner. After John rejects Salomé's advances, she wants nothing more than his decapitated head. To secure this, Salomé performs a series of erotic dances for her stepfather, the king. Talk about the ultimate old-school soap opera!

While "Salomé" may have been released to little fanfare in 2013, it still captured that perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. However, this rating should probably be taken with a grain of salt.

Al Pacino's Salomé only has five reviews from critics on Rotten Tomatoes

While a perfect score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes is undoubtedly impressive, it must be noted that "Salomé" only boasts five reviews from critics on the website, which doesn't exactly offer a wide array of varied opinions on Pacino's experimental drama. 

Writing for the Los Angeles Times , Gary Goldstein offered praise for the film. "The Salome film proves a chilling and watchable look at lust, power, reprisal and decadence that, along with Wilde Salome, validates [Al] Pacino's obsessive interest in Wilde's still-resonant play." Jordan Mintzer of The Hollywood Reporter also gave the film a positive review: "Intriguing as a work of interpretive risk-taking but captivating for its title performance," he wrote. Interestingly, the other three reviews seemed to be more impressed with the performances of Pacino and Chastain rather than the plot itself. 

While "Salomé" may not possess some of Pacino's most iconic scenes , the film still can offer viewers a glimpse into the creative insight and vision of one of Hollywood's last icons. For any "Dog Day Afternoon" fan out there who wants to read more about one of their favorite actors, be sure to check out the untold truth of Al Pacino .

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Furiosa First Reactions: Brutal, Masterful, and Absolutely Epic

Early social reactions to george miller's action prequel say it's no fury road , but it's sensational in its own right, with anya taylor-joy owning the screen and chris hemsworth living it up as a worthy villain..

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Here’s what critics are saying about Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga :

Is this another great entry in the Mad Max franchise?

Furiosa is a BLAST! – Peter Gray, The AU Review

Great news, Furiosa is a masterful examination of one of the greatest characters of the last 20 years. – BJ Colangelo, Slashfilm

It brings me great joy to report that Furiosa is really, really f–king good. – David Ehrlich, IndieWire

Furiosa engulfs you. At times it almost seems to exceed the canvas of the IMAX format it is THAT big – and yet at times has a deeply affecting intimacy. Echoing cinematic elements from the ‘50s through the ‘80s, it’s a rich, smart vision the cast revels in. – Simon Thompson, The Wrap

Furiosa is myth-making at its finest… a powerful, moving, gritty tale of revenge in the middle of a world gone wild. – Bill Bria, Slashfilm

It was great. – Esther Zuckerman, Bloomberg News

All hail George Miller. – Josh Horowitz, MTV

Furiosa is epic, beautiful, and everything I wanted for my queen. – Rachel Lesihman, The Mary Sue

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How does Furiosa compare to Fury Road ?

Made in the spirit of Fury Road , it’s still its own beast that thrives on exaggerated action and characters. – Peter Gray, The AU Review

A phenomenal, powerful shift in approach from Fury Road that continues to prove Miller is the master of the modern myth. – BJ Colangelo, Slashfilm

It operates in an extremely different gear than Fury Road (in ways that I suspect will frustrate some people), but also manages to make that movie even richer while carving its own legend in the wasteland. – David Ehrlich, IndieWire

It’s an antithesis to Fury Road in that where that film is sparse, this is verbose and epic, and where once was a nigh silent film is now a massive canvas of dystopia, despair, and glory. – David Crow, Den of Geek

Furiosa is not Fury Road , and that’s ok. It’s not trying to be. What it is is something uniquely gnarly and yes, epic. – Josh Horowitz, MTV

This won’t match up to Fury Road’ s splendor but it also doesn’t need to. – Therese Lacson, Collider

It’s one of the most brutal Mad Max films yet. – John Nguyen, Nerd Reactor

(Photo by Jasin Boland/©Warner Bros. Pictures)

How is Anya Taylor-Joy as Furiosa?

Sensational. – Doug Jamieson, The Jam Report

Fantastic. – Josh Horowitz, MTV

Anya Taylor-Joy makes Furiosa her own in an often silent yet deafeningly loud physical performance (while still paying l more than a little homage to Charlize before the end). – David Crow, Den of Geek

Anya Taylor-Joy owns. – Bill Bria, Slashfilm

What about Chris Hemsworth’s villain?

This is Chris Hemsworth’s chance to prove his worth as a character actor. – Peter Gray, The AU Review

Chris Hemsworth chews every piece of scenery in sight. – Doug Jamieson, The Jam Report

Hemsworth was born to play bad guys. LET HIM!! – BJ Colangelo, Slashfilm

Chris Hemsworth is like a villainous Thor with his red cape and long hair. – John Nguyen, Nerd Reactor

Chris Hemsworth is leading his best life as Dementus: Lucifer if he had an Aussie accent. – David Crow, Den of Geek

Hemsworth kills. – Bill Bria, Slashfilm

How does it look?

Furiosa is two-and-a-half hours of colorful mayhem. – John Nguyen, Nerd Reactor

Furiosa is a visual feast and spectacular marvel. – David Crow, Den of Geek

Gorgeously shot and the action sequences are mind-blowing.… The CGI is often ghastly. – Doug Jamieson, The Jam Report

Another epic world-building experience from the chaotically creative George Miller, the overt CGI may irk some, but there’s no denying the fascinating opportunities he’s created further in this universe. – Peter Gray, The AU Review

Any complaints about the script?

Much of the film struggles with inconsistent pacing due to the segmented story. – Therese Lacson, Collider

The narrative lags considerably. – Doug Jamieson, The Jam Report

(Photo by ©Warner Bros. Pictures)

Does it leave us wanting more?

I would and could easily watch 15 hours of Anya Taylor Joy and Alyla Browne as Furiosa. – Therese Lacson, Collider

I can’t wait to see it again and again and really dig in. – Josh Horowitz, MTV

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga opens in theaters everywhere on May 24, 2024.

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Almost serene hitman drama is an incredible vessel for a vintage Ian McShane performance. Rich in texture and melancholy , but deliberately sparse in rollicking gun play

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It works well as a character study of a mysterious hit man, who shows us his human side.

Full Review | Original Score: B | Mar 5, 2024

American Star is a deliberately paced, artful-looking story of an assassin who is emotionally torn over killing or saving a young woman who is his target. People expecting a fast-moving action film will be disappointed. This drama is a character study.

Full Review | Feb 27, 2024

Although the script is a bit formulaic and fairly predictable, the treat here is seeing McShane do what he does best, which is to project a lively mind ticking away under the placid surface of a snake-like visage.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/5 | Feb 21, 2024

This slow-burn thriller that seems either purposely opaque or confusingly written still manages to captivate thanks to its commanding lead performance and gorgeous landscapes.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/5 | Feb 20, 2024

This dialed-down thriller is worth seeing thanks to its eye-catching cinematography, intense atmosphere and absorbing lead performance.

Full Review | Original Score: 3/5 | Feb 16, 2024

Despite [McShane's] undeniable gravitas, even his screen presence can’t save “American Star” from a combination of slightness and pretention.

Full Review | Original Score: C | Feb 6, 2024

We’re at the point where many of our greatest performers are ready to tell stories about the experience of having lived long lives and what that means... McShane’s performance that comes from a performer who wants to convey that.

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…maybe American Star isn’t for thrill-seekers, but it’s a classic existential thriller powered by an iconic star…

Full Review | Original Score: 4/5 | Feb 1, 2024

Not unlike an assassin who is weary about an upcoming assignment, to watch McShane here is to see a great character actor in search of a film worthy of his talents.

Full Review | Original Score: 2.5/5 | Jan 31, 2024

American Star is a smart, thoughtful, precise movie that knows what it wants to say and how it intends to convey that message.

Full Review | Jan 30, 2024

While the narrative is meandering and seemingly aimless, there are enjoyable flashes of comedy and drama along the way. And the film is peppered with big moments.

Full Review | Original Score: 3.5/5 | Jan 30, 2024

Movies about professional assassins have an obligation to be juicier and more consistently fascinating than this.

Full Review | Original Score: 1/4 | Jan 29, 2024

There's no doubt that it's been a blast to watch McShane ham it up in the John Wick films over the last decade, but American Star offers a nice counterpoint, showing just how good the actor can be when given a role as layered and engrossing as this one.

Full Review | Original Score: 7/10 | Jan 27, 2024

Ian McShane holds American Star together as an engaging character study

Full Review | Original Score: 3/5 | Jan 27, 2024

Solid, instrospective thriller

It’s artistic without being pretentious, thoughtful, and elegiac without treading into monotony, beautifully acted without drawing too much attention to its stars.

Full Review | Original Score: 9/10 | Jan 26, 2024

Ian McShane, an actor of tremendouis power and authority, holds this existential enigma together as we watch, enthralled.

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This is an unusually intelligent and purposeful movie that doesn't say much but is full of feeling.

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Within a familiar genre framework, this slow-burning thriller delivers a richly textured character study driven by an understated portrayal from Ian McShane to help offset its wandering narrative.

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