Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn

Directed by Cathy Yan
Written by Christina Hodson 
Starring Margot Robbie, Rosie Perez, Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Jurnee Smollett-Bell
Running time 1 hour and 49 minutes
MPAA Rating R - for strong violence and language throughout and some sexual and drug material

by Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport 

“Some people have the Eiffel Tower or Olive Garden…”

Harley Quinn had the Ace Chemicals Plant. I don’t think I am speaking out of turn to assume that this is not the type of place that would kindle any sort of romantic feelings, nor would it come to mind as an ideal spot for a candlelight dinner (But reallllly does Olive Garden? Two words: Unlimited Breadsticks). However, to Dr. Harleen Frances Quinzel this drab, dingy setting symbolizes love. It is this location where her magical, havoc-filled, romantical adventure with Mr. J began and symbolizes when she was born anew, as a maniacal, magnificent, sparkly super villain. When Harley decides to destroy the plant in a fiery blaze of glory, it seems only fitting that its destruction would pave the way to her recovery. Fortunately, for all this occurs within the first seven to ten minutes of the flick and the Leto Jokey portrayal is nowhere to be found.