A Stunner in Gotham
Earlier today, we published this huge trove of brand new Birds of Prey photos, which gave us a great glimpse at director Cathy Yan’s take on Gotham and the women who will be running the show. Among the highlights? Harley Quinn, portrayed by the indomitable Margot Robbie, summoning a bat in what promises to be one of the most talked-about scenes.
The Enigmatic Harley Quinn
Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn has been a favorite since she first appeared, and she takes center stage in Birds of Prey. According to insiders, Initially, there was talk of Robbie’s Harley Quinn centering a Gotham City Sirens feature for Warner Bros., which would have put her in league with some of DC Comics’ most iconic female superheroes.
A Symbolic Scene
The scene where Harley summons a bat isn’t just cinematic flare—it’s symbolic. It’s quite something to see how Robbie embodies this complex character who oscillates between chaos and charm. The creative vision led by Cathy Yan brings out a raw and magnetic portrayal.
Behind the Scenes
While Jason Todd’s lost years of globe-trotting are intriguing, it’s the moments on set that capture the magic. A behind-the-scenes look at Robbie filming this iconic sequence reveals the dedication and passion poured into these moments.
A Glimpse into History
A lesser-known trivia ties nicely with our tale: For 1988’s Batman: A Death in the Family story-line, DC Comics held a telephone poll to determine whether or not the character would die at the hands of the Joker, Batman’s arch-nemesis
. It underscores how fan interactions have long shaped these beloved universes.
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