As he prepares to launch Warner Bros.’ second DC movie of the year, Suicide Squad director David Ayer has shared his thoughts on the previous chapter of the DC Extended Universe, Zack Snyder’s divisive Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.
“I liked it a lot,” Ayer told Joblo. “I love Zack; he is probably the biggest fan of DC Comics. He has an incredible passion in a very specific way, a specific take on it. He’s a smart guy, and I think he heard everybody, he heard them loud and clear, and you grow and you evolve. I thought it was a stunning movie, absolutely stunning. I wish I could get some of those shots in the can. The guy’s an amazing visualist.”
Ayer also discussed whether he felt any added pressure with Suicide Squad given the mixed reaction to Zack Snyder’s effort, responding that: “I think the pressure is always to make a good movie, and in this day and age you have to expect the pressure. We kind of started out as the cool little brother, and now there’s definitely a lot of scrutiny, but they’re doing amazing things over there. Geoff Johns really has a handle on where this universe is going. A lot of talented directors, it’s going to be a beautiful thing. I’m pretty confident, and I’m proud to be one of the ships in this big fleet that’s coming at the world.”
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice is out now on Blu-ray, while Suicide Squad opens in cinemas this Friday.
Originally published August 2, 2016. Updated October 29, 2022.
