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The bad press surroundingThe Flashdoesn’t seem to be abating now that the movie has finally opened in theatres. Notably, the CGI of the film has drawn the attention of both fans and critics, and some viewers find it unsettling.
Zach Mulligan, also known as no_the_robot on TikTok and YouTube, went into detail about his experience working on “The Flash” as well as the sad tendency of CGI-heavy superhero movies. Following criticism of the looks of the CGI inThe Flash, he used TikTok to speak directly to fans about his experience working on the movie and the demanding circumstances he and his coworkers were put in.
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The VFX team was extremely overworked onThe Flash
The intense workload for VFX artists reflects the competitive corporate mentality of major studios, as Zach Mulligan discussed in his TikTok video. He added that the movie in question prompted him to ask his coworkers for extra time, which ultimately led to his resignation from the job after only three months. This “in a frenzy” approach usually results in a number of preventable and embarrassing CGI moments, which is harmful to both the workers and the finished product of the film.
“[The] only thing they care about is pleasing their shareholders on the next earnings call, To them: they’ve managed to increase the output of superhero movies that are still making billions of dollars, and they’ve reduced the time it takes to make them. Studios could easily space out their projects to give these super-talented and hard-working artists more time to work on the film. But that’s just not in the best interest of the shareholders.”
Mulligan citedAvatar: The Way of Wateras an example of what quality CGI work looks like, noting that it took a decade to complete. That isn’t the case, though, with the majority of blockbusters, likeThe Flash.This is the very reason why change is necessary to provide better working conditions and content, as Mulligan explained.
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Fans compare the CGI to Zack Snyder’sJustice League
Ever since James Gunn and Peter Safran had taken over the leadership roles, the DC universe had seen a clear shift in the vision from the earlier iconic Zack Snyder’sJustice League.Now with the backlash over the CGI used inThe Flash,fans can’t help but compare the two. A re-edited, much better-looking shot featuring Superman circulated on Twitter which has clearly made fans furious.
How is this repurposed/re-edited shot better than a $200M+ movie?
It’s the same VFX team ffs. It’s a vast difference 🤯
— Ash (@Ash006003)June 20, 2025
We were robbed.
We should riot in the streets until we get our DC universe back
In concept:DC > Marvel
In Implementation:Marvel > DC
— LoRenzo (@OcDarkKnight)August 13, 2025
Dude was scary….Wish we got more of him 🙁pic.twitter.com/uR7yIut7HC
— Gauravv (@Dorkknighttttt)July 08, 2025
This brings tears to the eyes, wow.
— Heyward W 🏉 #SellSnyderVersetoNetflix (@hwatford)July 07, 2025
Holy Dammit Christmas. What a beautiful shot.
— Shau M.F. Booker?! (@68shaubooker)June 11, 2025
#RestoreTheSnyderVersepic.twitter.com/FfF4f4AvhO
— Thomas Finn (@thomasfinn96)July 01, 2025
After hearing what the VFX artist Mulligan had to say about the current state of the work environment, one can only hope things get better. DC superheroes deserve their story to be told in the most magical way possible and in order to do that, things have to be changed.
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Aastha Soni is a News Writer at FandomWire. With over 3 years of experience in writing content for entertainment media outlets, Aastha has gained experience in writing captivating stories that resonates with reader’s globally. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication and Media Studies, which definitely helps her in creating content that is unique. A cinephile with immense love for words and everything art, she wants to make her mark as a renowned Journalist in the upcoming years.
