Hello Screen Addicts, while i missed this weeks cinema countdown which i am super sorry for, life just came in-between. I will make it up to you by talking about what will be the biggest movie of next week and possibly the year.... SUICIDE SQUAD.
So what do we know about them? Those that follow the cartoons and comics are already well versed as to their origin, they've also seen TV adaptations such in SMALLVILLE and ARROW, but this is their first ever movie adaptation, and its true to the comic which is the prime source material as it should be. So lets begin....
The Suicide Squad, also known as Task Force X (the name of a closely related but independent supervisory organization), is a name for two fictional organizations appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The first version debuted in The Brave and the Bold #25 (1959), and the second version, created by John Ostrander, debuted in Legends #3 (1987).
"The Suicide Squad initiative functions as an unorthodox work release program, which explains why many of the DC Universe's supervillains remain perpetually on the loose—regardless of how many occasions they are apprehended and incarcerated for their latest crimes. The modern incarnation, the Suicide Squad, is an antihero "strike team" of incarcerated, death row supervillains. Acting as deniable, covert assets of the United States government, it undertakes high-risk, black-ops missions in exchange for commuted prison sentences. The group operates out of Belle Reve Penitentiary under the directorship of Amanda Waller. "
TEAM LINE UP:
Will Smith as Deadshot: Expert marksman, freakishly great shot, never misses, he knows exactly how many bullets it'll take to torture a man with before killing him. Created by writers as a villain but hes so awesome now they're making him an antihero.
Jared Leto as Joker: Diagnosed with super insanity, he's insanity leads to genius level chaotic strategies and pure evil. He knows he's insane and often even knows hes a comic book character. Joker is the arch-nemesis of Batman.
Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn : Joker's love interest and on and off sidekick. She's crazy, violent and mischievous that's it.
Joel Kinnaman as Rick Flag
The all-business field leader of the Suicide Squad, who executes Amanda Waller's orders but does not always agree with her goals or methods.Tom Hardy was previously cast in the role but was forced to drop out because of scheduling conflicts.
Viola Davis as Amanda Waller:
The government official who gives out the Squad's orders. Ambitious and devious, she has big plans and intends to let no metahuman or military protocol get in her way.Davis stated she is fascinated by the character, singling out her psychology and strength and describing her as a "powerful black woman, hard, ready to pick up a gun and shoot anyone at will."She described Waller as "relentless in her villainy" and noted that her powers are "her intelligence and her complete lack of guilt." Davis read M.E. Thomas' autobiography Confessions of a Sociopath to prepare for her role.
Jai Courtney as Digger Harkness / Boomerang:
An assassin who utilizes deadly boomerangs, described as rugged, unpredictable and mouthy. About his role, Courtney stated, "he is an absolute bogan, in the purest sense. [David Ayer]'s first instruction was, 'find your inner shitbag'.
Jay Hernandez as Chato Santana / El Diablo:
A former Los Angeles gang member who has powers that allow him to summon flames.He has squelched his fire-conjuring powers to a solitary flame as penance for the horrors he inflicted on those he's loved.Hernandez sets his character apart from his teammates as he "just wants to stay out of the fight", while "most of [the Squad members] are happy to get out there and kill people".
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje as Waylon Jones / Killer Croc:
A supervillain who suffers from a skin condition that causes him to develop reptilian features. Akinnuoye-Agbaje described the character as "a cannibal with rage issues".
Cara Delevingne as June Moone / Enchantress:
An archaeologist who is possessed by an ancient evil force that transforms her into a powerful sorceress.Unleashed after a long period of imprisonment, the entity draws the attention of Waller. Delevingne described Moone as "an adventure-seeker who’s always wanted some excitement" and Enchantress as "a feral being.
Karen Fukuhara portrays Tatsu Yamashiro / Katana, (MY FAVORITE CHARACTER) an expert martial artist and swordswoman. She serves as Rick Flag's bodyguard and friend who wields the mystical Soultaker blade, capable of trapping the souls of its victims. As she is a volunteer, not a criminal, she does not have a micro-bomb implant. Fukuhara stated that Katana "has morals and codes. She can also slice through hundreds of people without taking a breath." She mourns the death of her husband.
Adam Beach plays Christopher Weiss / Slipknot: This is what he should be, Slipknot is a master in the use of ropes, including unbreakable ones, and a trained assassin. He created a chemical adhesive which he then applied to his ropes, making them nearly indestructible. Weiss uses the ropes to strangle, grapple, and hold down his opponents. In addition to his ropes, Slipknot is an expert assassin, able to kill swiftly and silently.
While this is the offical memeber line up for the movie, in the comics and other media depictions the members are changed, but DEADSHOT and HARLY QUINN are forever constants.
SYNOPSIS
A secret government agency led by Amanda Waller recruits imprisoned supervillains to execute dangerous black ops missions and save the world from a powerful threat in exchange for clemency.
COMING TO CINEMAS ROUND NIGERIA AUGUST 5TH.
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