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The Suicide Squad
2021 132 min United States of America R 18+
★7.1
Action, Comedy, Adventure
Director: James Gunn
🎭 Based on
«Suicide Squad»
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Description
Supervillains Harley Quinn, Bloodsport, Peacemaker and a collection of nutty cons at Belle Reve prison join the super-secret, super-shady Task Force X as they are dropped off at the remote, enemy-infused island of Corto Maltese.
Budget:
$185M
US Gross:
$55.82M
Worldwide:
$168.72M
Starring
Margot Robbie
Actor
Idris Elba
Actor
John Cena
Actor
Awards
Saturn Awards 2022
— Best Comic Book Adaptation
Saturn Awards 2022
— Best Actor
Saturn Awards 2022
— Best Supporting Actress
Saturn Awards 2022
— Best Makeup and Hairstyling
Key opinion
James Gunn's take on The Suicide Squad is widely viewed as a successful, high-energy improvement over its 2016 predecessor, balancing absurd violence with surprising emotional depth. While most critics praise the film's visual spectacle and charismatic ensemble, some find the humor hit-or-miss and the underlying plot structure somewhat formulaic.
| Acting | The film features standout performances from the ensemble, with Idris Elba and John Cena grounding the absurdity, and Margot Robbie delivering a fully realized portrayal of Harley Quinn. | |
| Direction | Gunn’s direction effectively integrates high-quality CGI and practical stunts, creating a distinct, visually striking aesthetic that keeps the action engaging. | |
| Pacing | The pacing is tight and dynamic, successfully avoiding the bloat and editing issues that plagued the previous installment. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay presents a simple, clear mission that allows for surprising character moments, though it occasionally relies on familiar comic book tropes and clichés. | |
| Humor | The film’s humor is polarizing; while many find it witty and fitting for the chaotic tone, others feel it leans too heavily into juvenile or 'toilet' gags. |