Joe Glass III
I love a good movie preview! The anticipation, the unknown, the suspense; stirs my imagination. Yet, its a major letdown when a movie's trailer turns out to be more enjoyable than the actual movie itself. Interestingly, a few DC movies made the list! Here are 8 examples...
Source: https://www.theconcisely.com/post/flip-flops
Based on the classic science fiction novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs, "John Carter" had a budget of over $250 million, making it one of the most expensive films ever made. However, despite a visually stunning trailer that showcased epic battles and otherworldly landscapes, the film was a box office flop and received mixed reviews from critics.
"Suicide Squad" (2016)
The trailer for "Suicide Squad" promised a dark, edgy, and irreverent take on the superhero genre, with an ensemble cast of villains including Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie) and the Joker (Jared Leto). However, the final product was heavily criticized for its uneven pacing, lackluster storytelling, and underdeveloped characters.
One of the most hyped films of 2016, "Batman v Superman" promised to be the ultimate showdown between two of the most iconic superheroes of all time. However, despite a visually stunning trailer that showcased epic battles and tantalizing glimpses of new characters like Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot), the film was criticized for its convoluted plot, dreary tone, and overreliance on CGI spectacle.
Starring Tom Cruise and Sofia Boutella, "The Mummy" was intended to launch a new shared universe of classic monster movies for Universal Pictures. However, despite a trailer that promised a thrilling blend of horror, action, and adventure, the film was panned by critics and disappointed at the box office, leading to the cancellation of the planned shared universe.
Based on the beloved anime and manga series of the same name, "Ghost in the Shell" had a lot of expectations riding on it. However, despite a visually stunning trailer that showcased the film's cyberpunk aesthetic and action-packed set pieces, the film was criticized for its whitewashing of the lead character and its shallow treatment of the source material's philosophical themes.
After the disappointment of "Batman v Superman," "Justice League" had a lot to prove. However, despite a trailer that promised a lighter tone, a more cohesive story, and the long-awaited team-up of DC's iconic heroes, the film was criticized for its messy plot, underdeveloped villains, and uneven tone.
As a sequel to the classic sci-fi/horror franchise, "The Predator" had a lot of nostalgia and fan anticipation riding on it. However, despite a trailer that promised a return to the franchise's gory and irreverent roots, the film was widely criticized for its weak plot, unmemorable characters, and lackluster action.
"Gemini Man" was marketed heavily as a breakthrough in filmmaking, with Will Smith playing a hitman who confronts a younger clone of himself. The trailer showcased impressive visual effects and high-octane action, but the film ultimately failed to connect with audiences and was criticized for its underdeveloped characters and predictable plot.
