Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) (2020) is a superhero film directed by Cathy Yan and written by Christina Hodson. It is part of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) and stars Margot Robbie, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Jurnee Smollett, Rosie Perez, Chris Messina, and Ewan McGregor.

The film centers around Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie), who has recently broken up with the Joker. Struggling to establish her own identity and independence, Harley soon finds herself targeted by Gotham City’s most nefarious criminals, including the sadistic crime lord Roman Sionis, also known as Black Mask (Ewan McGregor).

When Roman’s young pickpocket, Cassandra Cain (Ella Jay Basco), steals a valuable diamond, Harley teams up with other women who have grievances against Sionis. This unlikely alliance includes Dinah Lance (Jurnee Smollett), also known as Black Canary, a singer with a powerful voice; Helena Bertinelli (Mary Elizabeth Winstead), also known as Huntress, a vigilante seeking revenge for her family’s murder; and Renee Montoya (Rosie Perez), a disillusioned Gotham City police detective.

Together, these women work to protect Cassandra and take down Black Mask and his ruthless henchman, Victor Zsasz (Chris Messina). Along the way, they discover their own strengths and form a bond, standing up against the oppression and violence they face in Gotham City.

Birds of Prey is known for its colorful, energetic style, blending action, humor, and a punk rock aesthetic. The film highlights themes of female empowerment, independence, and the importance of solidarity among women. Margot Robbie’s performance as Harley Quinn is particularly praised for its charisma and depth, bringing a unique and entertaining perspective to the character.

The film received generally positive reviews for its visual style, performances, and action sequences, though some critics noted inconsistencies in the plot. Despite a modest box office performance compared to other DCEU films, Birds of Prey has been appreciated for its fresh take on the superhero genre and its focus on strong, diverse female characters.

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