Justice League Film: Casting Earth’s Protectors

3. Flash (Barry Allen) - Bradley Cooper

Barry Allen should be the Flash that is utilized in this film due to the fact that Wally West, maybe a little more notable, was Kid Flash before he became Flash. Barry Allen is a founding member of the original Justice league. Moreover, he is the first, modern, non-Golden Age (Jay Garrick) Flash. This film wants to keep everything modern and realistic I believe. Barry Allen is witty, laid-back, humorous, friendly, and generally one of the more approachable superheroes in comics. Nevertheless, he€™s a determined hero who can put aside the humor and aid his teammates when most needed. Looking for an actor who embodies these qualities there€™s no one better than Bradley Cooper. He€™s not foreign to the superhero genre. He auditioned for Green Lantern competing against Ryan Reynolds. I completely believe he would€™ve done a better job, but I also think he€™s a better fit for Flash. As stated above, Flash is a humorous and witty individual. Cooper has displayed these characteristics in countless films that go without mention. He can also delve into the grit and emotive moods of a role. He evoked those moods in The Words and Limitless. He could be great as Flash and although I€™m against an actor overshadowing a character, Cooper could be the one member of the cast who could draw in those who aren€™t necessarily comic book fans. His name will draw in viewers. His performance would make up for his status. Notable Mention: Jaime Bell & Anton Yelchin
 
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