DC Fans React to 'Birds of Prey' Huntress and Black Canary Casting
The DC Movie Universe has found its Huntress and Black Canary for the live-action adaptation of [...]
Embracing Change
Black Canary's always been Caucasian in the comics, and while fans are expecting some pushback on the casting, most are exciting to see what Smollet-Bell brings to the part.
The Black Canary casting for the Birds of Prey movie is going to ruffle more than a few feathers, but as a huge Black Canary fan, I embrace change and am 100% here for our beautiful WoC Black Canary
— ︽✵︽ Erik (Libra) ︽✵︽ (@SuperheroSwifts) September 26, 2018
"The Black Canary casting for the Birds of Prey movie is going to ruffle more than a few feathers, but as a huge Black Canary fan, I embrace change and am 100% here for our beautiful WoC Black Canary"
prevnextMargot Robbie's High Aspirations
It looks like DC and Margot Robbie are assembling a talented cast to bring the Birds of Prey to life, and fans are hopeful it works out.
Black Canary is black now. Pretty cool. Margot Robbie is really trying to make Birds of Prey a really great film. Hope it works out
— pay me in wealth (@TheMSeries1) September 26, 2018
"Black Canary is black now. Pretty cool. Margot Robbie is really trying to make Birds of Prey a really great film. Hope it works out."
prevnextWB MVP
The casting of Mary Elizabeth Winstead is news to fan's ears, and at least from the casting, WB is earning some goodwill.
Elizabeth Winstead actually got cast in #BirdsOfPrey! That's what I'm talking about! @wbpictures you're the ultimate MvP! This film is setting up to be something great! I love this casting! @MargotRobbie https://t.co/iLhnVFIbUz
— John Darius (@JDarius28) September 26, 2018
"Elizabeth Winstead actually got cast in #BirdsOfPrey! That's what I'm talking about! @wbpictures you're the ultimate MvP! This film is setting up to be something great! I love this casting! @MargotRobbie"
prevnextMore Exciting Choices
The reception seems to be mostly positive, though some fans would have liked Warner Bros to go even further outside of the box for their casting.
prevnextI feel like there are more excited choices out there....but damn am I excited for #birdsofprey https://t.co/OaIPVxExkO
— all about movies? (@youknowbatman14) September 26, 2018
Not The Best
Others are not happy with the casting at all and feel like WB really underwhelmed.
That is the best they could do?? That's sad! #BirdsOfPrey
— Evan Almighty (@WestAdams10th) September 26, 2018
"That is the best they could do?? That's sad! #BirdsOfPrey"
prevnextAnother Ruined Character
Some fans are feeling a bit mixed on the casting, happy about one character but not the other.
Another day in tolerant KINO.
— Jojo Lobajo (@jojo_lobajo) September 26, 2018
Oh, Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Huntress! Wonderful!
Oh my gush, Black Canary cast!
And Black Canary is... Jurnee Smollett-Bell
Are you nuts?
Thanks for another ruined character.#BirdsOfPrey pic.twitter.com/ZzmGwU2P68
"Another day in tolerant KINO.
Oh, Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Huntress! Wonderful!
Oh my gush, Black Canary cast!
And Black Canary is... Jurnee Smollett-Bell
Are you nuts?
Thanks for another ruined character.
#BirdsOfPrey"
Going Blonde
Other fans just want Black Canary to retain her trademark blonde hair, though in the comics she originally wore a blonde wig, so they could go that route too if they wanted.
The actress playing Dinah must either dye her hair blonde, or wear a wig. Chuck Dixon played up both those angles in the first special he created the Birds of Prey (Gary Frank on art too! It's a MUST read!) #BirdsOfPrey
— Gideon (@GideonPontapee) September 26, 2018
"The actress playing Dinah must either dye her hair blonde or wear a wig. Chuck Dixon played up both those angles in the first special he created the Birds of Prey (Gary Frank on art too! It's a MUST read!) #BirdsOfPrey"
prevnextI'm In Love
Others are more focused on the actress playing Dinah, and they couldn't be more excited about it.
HEY DINAH I FUCKING LOVE YOU AAAAAA????#BirdsOfPrey pic.twitter.com/0Kamyyv56M
— Luizz ✵? (@darkphxoenix) September 26, 2018
"HEY DINAH I FUCKING LOVE YOU AAAAAA????
#BirdsOfPrey"
prevnextA Long-Awaited Team-up
Fans of Justice League unlimited have enjoyed Black Canary and Huntress teaming up before, and now they'll get to see that happen on the big screen.
??? We’re actually gonna see this on the big screen!!! #BlackCanary #Huntress #BirdsOfPrey
— Jelani Williams ?? (@jelani82) September 26, 2018
"??? We're actually gonna see this on the big screen!!! #BlackCanary #Huntress #BirdsOfPrey "
prevnextBravo
Other fans of the DC Universe are ready to embrace the new additions to the movie universe and sent some good vibes DC and WB's way.
Bravo, DCEU. Bravo ????#BirdsOfPrey https://t.co/4pbwY0o2ck
— Raquel A. Russell (@raqlionchaser) September 26, 2018
"Bravo, DCEU. Bravo ????#BirdsOfPrey Raquel A. Russell added,"
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