![]() ![]() The movie is a stunning showcase for Margot Robbie, who commands the screen and gives her damaged protagonist all the dimension she deserves. Robbie reminds you why Harley is the role she was born to play. Those hoping for a Deadpool-like fusion of mayhem and wit should lower their expectations. It’s going for the sparky nihilist defiance… Birds of Prey could have used more of the intricate cleverness of Deadpool. DC’s R-rated answer to Deadpool in terms of rampant cursing, in-universe commentary and clever pop-culture riffs.Ĭomparisons are going to be made between BoP and Fox’s R-rated Deadpool, which also has a fourth-wall-breaking antihero. Pictures) What about the comparisons to Deadpool? a spinoff/sequel that requires no knowledge of its mediocre predecessor, Suicide Squad. References to the Joker and Batman are few and far between.Ī superhero movie that might actually be more enjoyable for viewers who haven’t read a single comic. No, you’ll have a deeper understanding of and DC characters like Black Mask, Zsasz, and Black Canary if you’ve watched animated DC cartoons, played popular games like Arkham City, and watched the CW’s Arrow.īirds of Prey stands on its own more than most comic book movies. This is not a perfect film, nor is it the DCEU’s best. It’s the perfect spiritual successor to Joker in terms of the current state of the DCEU. perhaps one of the most fun third acts in a DC film so far. Rights so many of the DCEU’s wrongs, trading CGI for carefully choreographed fight scenes and breathing new life into a stagnant genre.īirds of Prey looks like what you’d imagine Suicide Squad could have been under a clearer vision. Here’s what critics are saying about Birds of Prey: The first reviews of the comic book movie are on the positive side, emphasizing the ensemble cast (including the villains), the action aided by John Wick director Chad Stahelski, and the general fun had by all involved, especially the audience. and DC continue to lead in that arena with Cathy Yan’s Birds of Prey, with Margot Robbie reprising her Suicide Squad role as Gotham City antihero Harley Quinn. ![]() The success of Wonder Woman proved women-helmed, women-led superhero movies could be immensely successful, and now Warner Bros. ![]()
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