Source: liveforfilms.com
7. The Good: Establishes Some Solid Characters
Here’s the thing: I’m a legitimate fan of some of the characters in this movie.
The ‘80s Suicide Squad was one of DC’s most influential books, completely changing the dynamic of team books as a whole. As a result, characters like Deadshot and Captain Boomerang have firm places in my heart.
On the list of things this movie got super right was Boomer himself. From his careless demeanor to his unabashed racism, George Harkness felt like he stepped right off the comic page. Same for Viola Davis’s portrayal of Amanda Waller. The Wall was nothing less than in charge for her entire time onscreen. Even when surrounded by murderers and monsters, she is the one to fear. I have immense respect for the film’s work not undermining her authority at any point. She is The Boss.
Also in the category of characters I liked, Deadshot. Will Smith was a good choice and, even though they made Floyd Lawton dramatically less complex and interesting for the film, he still did a great job with what he was given. And Margot Robbie did good work with her portrayal of Harley Quinn, even if I had some serious issues with it that I’ll get to later on.
