The Suicide Squad received unusually good reviews for a comic-book adaptation, plenty of social media attention, and had little to no competition on a prime summer weekend. Even so, it fell short of its conservative $30 million projection to gross $26,550,000 in 4,002 North American theaters. The United States is averaging more than 100,000 new … Continue reading “The Suicide Squad takes in $26.5m in deathly box office weekend”
In The Suicide Squad, which opened in theaters and began streaming on HBO Max last weekend, the enormous King Shark is half-human and half-shark, with a childlike naivete that belies the teeth beneath. Voiced by Sylvester Stallone, the character is, unsurprisingly, also at the center of much of the film’s humor. Add to that a … Continue reading “Sylvester Stallone on adding bite to Suicide Squad’s King Shark”
When you want to imitate the nuttiness and irreverent humor that is Guardians of the Galaxy, but want to exponentially up the visceral experience, go to the master himself. That is what Warner Bros did when they signed directed James Gunn to reboot The Suicide Squad. In this sequel – yes, it’s a sequel – … Continue reading “The Suicide Squad: Balls-to-the-wall violence, humor and heart”
It’s no secret that 2017’s Suicide Squad, while a hit at the global box office to the tune of $746.8 million, was a complete and utter disappointment both to fans and critics. Aside from the performances of Will Smith as Deadshot, Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, Joel Kinnaman as Rick Flag and Jai Courtney as … Continue reading “The Suicide Squad: James Gunn was dying to save Task Force X”
In 2018 James Gunn was unceremoniously fired from Disney over a series of offensive tweets dug up by far-right provocateur Mike Cernovich before filming Guardians of the Galaxy 3 could begin. Disney quickly realized their mistake and rehired him to continue his successful reign as writer/director of the series in 2019, only after he already … Continue reading “The Suicide Squad: Do critics love James Gunn’s film or want to kill it?”
When James Gunn’s The Suicide Squad opens in theaters and streams on HBO Max August 6, Margot Robbie will return to the role of fan-favorite psycho, Harley Quinn. She previously played Mr. J’s former love in 2016’s Suicide Squad and 2020’s Birds of Prey. Harley, re-incarcerated for making a cash withdrawal with her car, buys … Continue reading “Suicide Squad: Margot Robbie on Harley Quinn”
Yeah, this new trailer for the upcoming The Suicide Squad is bananas. Partially a soft reboot. Kind of a sequel, but this new trailer, which dropped earlier this week, is all James Gunn. A look at this new red band teaser absolutely promises a new take on Task Force X. The filmmaker recently broke down … Continue reading “Suicide Squad: Dying to save world in red band trailer”
From the horribly beautiful mind of writer/director James Gunn comes Warner Bros. Pictures’ superhero action adventure The Suicide Squad, featuring a collection of the most degenerate delinquents in the DC lineup. The new Red Band trailer which Warner Bros released today is not only bananas and the most exciting trailer we have seen in a … Continue reading “The Suicide Squad Red Band trailer is mad bonkers”
So far DC FanDome is living up to the hype. It started off with an exciting new trailer for Wonder Woman 1984. Then, there was the reveal from WB Games Montreal for the new Gotham Knights video game. Which brings us to James Gunn’s The Suicide Squad. And it looks dope AF. After an engaging … Continue reading “WB releases new footage of ‘The Suicide Squad’”
Although Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey has not taken flight with audiences as Warner Bros had hoped, that has not stopped the studio and the DCEU from continuing their support of actress Margot Robbie’s portrayal of the titular character. Coming in 2021, will be the sort of sequel/soft reboot to David Ayer‘s 2016 film Suicide … Continue reading “New footage from ‘The Suicide Squad’ on Twitter”
Does it take a “gal” (see what I did there?) to save the much-maligned and divisive DCEU?
After the critical floggings of Man of Steel, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Suicide Squad, it would seem 4th time is the charm as Wonder Woman is a massive critical success.
Coming in at a 94% fresh tomato rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the Amazonian Princess looks bound for a commercial success as well.
The DC Extended Universe (DCEU) has faced a challenging streak of underperforming films, the latest being Blue Beetle’s global box office take of $43.4 million last weekend. Over the course of the last few releases, the franchise has struggled to replicate the box office success of its early hits (admittedly critical flops) such as Man … Continue reading “Unmasking the mystery: Why the last 7 DCEU films have flopped”
Australian actress and producer, Margot Robbie has made a significant impact on both blockbusters and independent films since her breakthrough in 2013’s The Wolf of Wall Street. Robbie’s remarkable talent and captivating performances have earned her numerous accolades, including nominations for Academy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and British Academy Film Awards. Her performance as Naomi … Continue reading “Ranking Margot Robbie’s best and worst films”
Life is sweet for David Corenswet. DCU Creative Chief James Gunn has cast Corenswet and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’s Rachel Brosnahan as Superman and Lois Lane, respectively, in the upcoming film Superman: Legacy. The film is set to launch DC’s new universe under Gunn and co-DC Studios boss Peter Safran. Superman is a highly coveted … Continue reading “David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan cast in Superman: Legacy”
When Man of Steel soared into theaters a decade ago, it left an indelible mark on the world of superhero films. This groundbreaking film shattered conventions, redefined the genre, and set a new standard for the portrayal of beloved comic book characters which some loved and others loathed. As we reflect on its 10-year anniversary, … Continue reading “Celebrating a decade of Man of Steel”
In the immortal words of Porky Pig, “That’s all folks.” After 11 mostly successful years, the Arrowverse came to an end last night with the final episode of The Flash airing on The CW. The CW, under Greg Berlanti, created an interconnected universe, something Zack Snyder and the theatrical division at Warner Bros. tried, but … Continue reading “The Arrowverse Shows ranked from Worst to First”
Gap and Mattel, Inc. have announced a new apparel collaboration inspired by Mattel’s portfolio of brands and Gap’s signature icons that have dressed generations since 1969. The first of many upcoming Gap x Mattel product drops will be the Gap x Barbie collection – an offering of tees, skirts, logo hoodies, denim, button-downs and accessories as well … Continue reading “Gap and Mattel announce Barbie partnership”
To live in Barbie Land is to be a perfect being in a perfect place. Unless you have a full-on existential crisis. Or you’re a Ken. That’s right it is a world made for Barbie as Warner Bros. has released the first star-studded trailer and character posters for the Barbie movie. Since the release of … Continue reading “Barbie trailer reveals dolls, humans and “beaching off””
Warner Bros. has finally given us a look at DC’s newest movie hero Blue Beetle. The film, the first live appearance of the popular hero, does not seem to disappoint. At least from what we see in the trailer. Directed by Angel Manuel Soto, Blue Beetle is the story of recent college grad Jaime Reyes … Continue reading “Look up in the sky it’s a… Blue Beetle!”
It seems David Zaslav is finally doing something right since he has taken over as President and Chief Executive Officer of Warner Bros. Discovery by appointing filmmaker James Gunn and producer Peter Safran as co-chairs and co-CEOs of DC Studios, a newly formed division at Warner Bros. which will replace DC Films. The duo will … Continue reading “James Gunn, Peter Safran to run DC Studios”
