5 Things We Learned About Upcoming DCEU Sequel ‘The Suicide Squad’

Warner Bros’. The Suicide Squad lands in theaters and on HBO Max on Aug. 6 and is poised to up the ante on its 2016 predecessor, Suicide Squad. We joined the sequel’s cast and filmmaker James Gunn at a recent press conference and picked out 5 of the most interesting facts about the upcoming sequel set in the DCEU (DC Extended Universe). Harley Quinn’s Hot Girl Summer The Suicide Squad marks Margot Robbie’s 3rd trip playing eccentric villain-turned-(anti)hero Harley Quinn. But this time around Harley is finally free of her psychotic, green-haired lover, Joker and his toxic influence – and loving it. “I loved getting to play Harley who is in the mindset of like ‘single and ready to mingle,’” said Robbie. “I haven’t played that version of Harley before. She’s always been very committed to Mr. J or just fresh out of the breakup with Mr. J.” But while Harley enjoys getting to rediscover herself in the film, that doesn’t mean that she’s completely sworn off romance. Speaking on how Harley’s interactions with potential suitors influences the film, Robbie said, “James put in a lot of very funny potential love interests throughout the film. It doesn’t always end well, obviously.” We’re guessing there won’t be any wedding bells by the end credits. Margot Robbie as “Harley Quinn” Obscurity is the New Fame If you thought writer/director James Gunn’s knack for turning obscure comic book characters into franchise film stars was limited to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, you’re sorely mistak…