Why Watch AQUAMAN 2, SHAZAM 2 & THE FLASH Now? Because They Might Be Good Movies!

Why Watch AQUAMAN 2, SHAZAM 2 & THE FLASH Now? Because They Might Be Good Movies!

What's the point in watching the likes of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, The Flash and Shazam! Fury of the Gods if the universe is being rebooted. How about... because you might enjoy them?

Editorial Opinion
By MarkCassidy - Dec 20, 2022 12:12 PM EST

Ever since it became clear that James Gunn and Peter Safran's plans for the recently rebranded DC Studios will (most likely) revolve around a full reboot of the DCEU DCU, I've been seeing the same question asked in the CBM comments and on social media: what is the point in watching any of the upcoming DC releases?

In some respects, I do understand the hesitation, but have we really reached the point that a movie can't simply be enjoyed on its own merits if it doesn't tie-in or lay the groundwork for sequels, spin-offs and/or future films in a shared universe?

Look, I've been right there with you ever since Man of Steel was released, following along in the hope that Warner Bros. would eventually manage to pull together a shared world that would rival the MCU. There were ups and downs (more downs, if we're being honest), but I was just as disappointed as the majority of DC fans when it was confirmed that Henry Cavill was out as Superman, and the rest of the "Snyder era" actors would likely be joining him.

But here we are - shouldn't we try to make the best of it?

It's not like the DCEU was ever what you'd call a well-oiled machine, anyway. The movies do have some obvious connective tissue, and there was an attempt to bring everything together for a team-up movie that united the characters (we all know how that turned out), but continuity was never exactly this universe's strong suit. What's come to be known as the "Snyderverse" was always somewhat at odds with the films that came after, and there seemed to be a conscious effort to move away from the divisive director's vision even before the Justice League debacle.

From a personal standpoint, I'm not even particularly looking forward to the movies that represent the last remnants of the DCEU. The Flash did hold some interest - mainly because of Michael Keaton's return as Batman - but star Ezra Miller's behaviour has made the prospect of watching them be heroic for two hours a little less enticing. I found Shazam! to be enjoyable, but forgettable, and the trailer for Fury of the Gods did very little for me. I thought Aquaman was dreck.

Even so, I'm willing to wait and see what these movies are able to deliver before dismissing them as pointless exercises. And what about those that are - or were - excited for both of these sequels and the Scarlet Speedster's first solo outing? Are you really going to skip them just because they will likely mark a conclusion, and not the continuation you'd hoped for?

Again, I do completely get why passionate DC fans would be apprehensive, but writing any film off before you see it - no matter the context - is never a wise move.

What do you guys think? Will you give the DCEU's last hurrah a chance, or have you lost all interest?

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Urubrodi
Urubrodi - 12/20/2022, 12:38 PM
The Flash is played by Ezra Miller, enough said.
AmazingFILMporg
AmazingFILMporg - 12/20/2022, 1:22 PM
@Urubrodi -


Not supporting a groomer of kids so he can use the money he will get off the boxoffice to prey on more kids. No way Jose👮🕵️
EZBeast
EZBeast - 12/20/2022, 12:40 PM
Blue beetle and maybe aquaman 2 is all I may check out of the dcu.
SATW42
SATW42 - 12/20/2022, 12:41 PM
Yeah, I don't like the DCEU or Snyder and his cult, but I don't understand saying you won't see a movie because you know there won't be more movies.

Not wanting to support Ezra Miller is 100 percent a fair criticism. Not wanting to see the next Aquaman because it will be the last one and Jason will likely be Lobo next it, well it's weird. Just enjoy the movie for what it is. A movie and not an advertisement for another movie.
DoubleD
DoubleD - 12/20/2022, 12:42 PM
I watch all comic book movies in the theater good or bad. I will watch all three DC movies in theater opening weekend even if they all get 0% at Rotten Tomatoes.

bobevanz
bobevanz - 12/20/2022, 12:44 PM
@DoubleD - Okay I'm convinced you're a RT bot
bobevanz
bobevanz - 12/20/2022, 12:44 PM
I'll watch a good movie, if it's good.. or comically bad. Anything in between is almost depressing lol
Doomsday8888
Doomsday8888 - 12/20/2022, 12:47 PM
slickrickdesigns
slickrickdesigns - 12/20/2022, 12:50 PM
Why? Because they’ve already spent the money and need to make some of it back regardless if they’re good or not. I don’t think Shazam looks good at all, Aquaman 2 has potential but I know it’ll be meh for me because mehmoa is not a good lead actor in my opinion. The Flash seems like something they are going to speed force down our throats as no one likes Ezra Miller and he should’ve been fired a while ago.
IronGenesis
IronGenesis - 12/20/2022, 12:50 PM
@RorMachine

‘but have we really reached the point that a movie can't simply be enjoyed on its own merits if it doesn't tie-in or lay the groundwork for sequels, spin-offs and/or future films in a shared universe?’

You reap what you sow.
Humperdoo
Humperdoo - 12/20/2022, 1:07 PM
@IronGenesis - That’s what annoys me with MCU movies. Most don’t feel like a whole movie that can stand on it’s own. I’m not sure I feel good about DCU trying to be like MCU. I’m cool with a couple different Batman’s and Joker’s in different stories/movies.
IronGenesis
IronGenesis - 12/20/2022, 1:27 PM
@Humperdoo - well…it is what it is now. A whole generation of movie goers who only understand and will only accept the narrative language of film as created by MCU/Disney.

Anything that flies in the face of that or subverts it…is met which confusion and anger.
TheWalkingCuban
TheWalkingCuban - 12/20/2022, 2:35 PM
@Humperdoo - that’s bullcrap. A lil teaser here or there, but the movies have their own point to em. Strange did all kinds of stuff and at the end “yeah it’s an infinity stone” “oh ok” and THATS all you saw? Slept through the rest?

Sorry not yelling at you just pretending that you are everyone that says what you said, but I like you! You’re my friend.
toylled
toylled - 12/20/2022, 12:53 PM
'Might' ahahahahahahahahaahahahaa
Humperdoo
Humperdoo - 12/20/2022, 1:01 PM
“I found Shazam! to be enjoyable, but forgettable,”
You lost me with that comment. I love Shazam! Definitely one of my favorite comic book movies (DC or MCU). Can’t believe the Rock didn’t want anything to do with Shazam. Shows how little he knows (or cares) of Black Adam. I’m glad the Rock is one and done for DC. Black Adam can easily be replaced. Levi needs to stay around. IMO

TheLobster
TheLobster - 12/20/2022, 1:06 PM
Out of the three, I’m most excited for The Flash.

Yeah, Ezra is a POS, but the story sounds fun and I’m really stoked on the supporting cast. It’s a shame Ezra and WB couldn’t get their shit together since there’s a ton of reports from screenings saying this film is actually great.. oh well.

Shazam 2 looks a little too cringe for me but I did like the first film so I’ll check it out and I couldn’t care any less about Aquaman 2.
MosquitoFarmer
MosquitoFarmer - 12/20/2022, 1:12 PM
The intention behind the editorial is entirely right, but what a wierd headline.
FireandBlood
FireandBlood - 12/20/2022, 1:15 PM
There’s no point, and the reason is simple. None of these movies were conceived as one and done’s. Two of them were sequels likely intended to be the middle of a trilogy, and the other movie literally exists to set up a new universe that’s never going to be.

If they were Joker, fine. Whatever. But they’re not. It’s like checking out a cliffhanger for a show that you know has been cancelled. Pointless.
AmazingFILMporg
AmazingFILMporg - 12/20/2022, 1:28 PM
@PlusUltra -


I feel like these films will leave you feeling incomplete and that's a no go🤝
Origame
Origame - 12/20/2022, 1:49 PM
@PlusUltra - and I've never heard of a middle chapter that was worth watching on its own.



vegetaray
vegetaray - 12/20/2022, 1:23 PM
It’s honestly just something to complain about at this point…This whole thing has gotten past the point of being absurd…This is all solely because WB caved and gave Snyder the chance to finish his version of JL…All it did was embolden the vocal minority into trying the same tired tactics every time they don’t get what they think they deserve…When Fisher and Ayer started crawling out from under their rocks to bash Gunn on the sins of the past execs then you know that it’s just past the point of being stupid…They literally get out of bed and ~ Oh! Let’s see what Gunn had to say last night…Might be a way to make myself relevant and con some people into giving in to what I want ~…

All of these shills are going to turn around and praise the new DCU anyways, if it turns out to be any good that is…

Watch the last three damn movies in the DCEU slate or don’t 🤷‍♂️…
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