DAVID AYER EXPLAINS WHY SUICIDE SQUAD WAS THE MO
VIE THAT BROKE HIM
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Director David Ayer reflects on his film "Suicide Squad," a box office hit but a personal disappointment.
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The 2016 movie featured stars like Margot Robbie, Will Smith, Viola Davis, and Cara Delevingne.
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Despite success, the film faced heavy criticism from critics, impacting Ayer deeply.
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Ayer was not involved in the 2021 sequel, directed by James Gunn.
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In a recent podcast interview, Ayer shared how the experience shattered him emotionally.
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He compared Hollywood's dynamics to witnessing loved ones mistreated by despised figures.
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Ayer envisioned creating a collaborative masterpiece but saw his hopes dashed as the film's tone shifted.
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External factors like the success of "Deadpool" and negative feedback on "Batman v. Superman" played a role in altering the film's direction.
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