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Whilst many films have a message its a fine line between informing and lecturing. For me "Birds of Prey" fails to appreciate this distinction. Its incessant, brittle, feminist finger wagging, is downright tiresome and quickly exhausted ...
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Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn)
2020
Movie
109 min
English
Harley Quinn joins forces with a singer, an assassin and a police detective to help a young girl who had a hit placed on her after she stole a rare diamond from a crime lord.
Insights
IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes79%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users75%
Director: Cathy Yan•Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Crime
Plot Summary
Following her breakup with the Joker, Harley Quinn joins forces with Black Canary, Huntress, and Renee Montoya to save a young girl named Cassandra Cain from the clutches of the corrupt businessman Black Mask. The unlikely group of anti-heroes must overcome their own differences and fight their way through Gotham's criminal underworld.
Critical Reception
Birds of Prey was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its vibrant visuals, energetic action sequences, and Margot Robbie's performance as Harley Quinn. While some critics found the plot to be somewhat convoluted, many appreciated its feminist themes and bold, colorful aesthetic.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its stylish direction, kinetic action, and Margot Robbie's charismatic performance.
Applauded for its bold feminist themes and unique visual flair.
Some critics noted a somewhat uneven narrative and pacing.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's high-energy action, vibrant style, and Harley Quinn's central role. Many found it to be a fun and entertaining ride, with a particular appreciation for the ensemble cast and the movie's distinct visual identity.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for a BAFTA Award for Best Costume Design.
Fun Fact
The film's original title was simply 'Birds of Prey', but it was later changed to include 'and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn' to emphasize Harley's central role and the movie's focus on her independence.
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JPV852
Margot Robbie's Harley Quinn was one of the few highlights of Suicide Squad but once this one was announced, I felt indifferent and the trailers didn't do much to change that to the point I skipped this in theaters. Watching it now, I came ...
Gimly
If COVID-19 ushered cinemas off this mortal coil, I'm kind of strangely okay with telling people this was the last thing I ever got to see on the big screen. _Final rating:★★★★ - Very strong appeal. A personal favourite._
Adishake
**Very refreshing and funny**, The movie is very different from like any team-up movie I've ever seen, it will make you forget that it's a superhero movie entirely it feels like it's just a crazy movie with criminal minds all over the city ...
thetoerag
I am afraid to say,, but after watching Suicide Squad which was pretty good. This is a let down and I was looking forward to watching it. After watching this I think if there was a plot/story behind the movie, I couldn't see it it was all...
SWITCH.
'Birds of Prey' its absolute thrill ride. It's unapologetically fun and crude and violent. To quote Saoirse Ronan from 'Little Woman'... "Women." - Chris dos Santos Read Chris' full article... https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/article/r...
Louisa Moore - S...
I really dug “Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn)” because it is unlike any movie I’ve seen before. There are the conventional-minded and flashy action scenes that accompany most superhero characters, but th...
TalisBriedis
Garbage. Nothing, and I REALLY MEAN NOTHING good to say about this.
kmai01
Pretty good Movie, I did not expect Harvey Quinn can kick ass like that. I can see some guy can be turn off this movie because all women hero team. I find it very entertaining and well made.
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