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      Box Office: Shia LaBeouf’s ‘The Tax Collector’ Takes In $317,000

      "The Tax Collector," an action film directed by David Ayer and starring Shia LaBeouf, generated $317,000 at the box office when it debuted in 129 theaters in the United States. The movie, from RLJE Films, brought in $2,457 from each location -- a mix of drive-in venues and traditional theaters. At the Vineland Drive-In in […]

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      David Ayer to Write and Direct ‘The Dirty Dozen’ Remake

      Warner Bros. is reteaming with "Suicide Squad" director David Ayer on a contemporary remake of the classic war pic "The Dirty Dozen." Ayer will write and direct a retelling of the World War II film. Simon Kinberg is producing the movie as is Ayer and Chris Long’s production company Cedar Park Entertainment with Long serving as […]

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      The Wrap

      ‘Suicide Squad’ Director David Ayer Disses First Film, Shares New Photo of Jared Leto as Joker

      Three years after “Suicide Squad” hit theaters and was trounced with bad reviews, its writer-director, David Ayer, once again has expressed his frustration with the final product, writing in an Instagram post Sunday how it drifted from its original intention of centering on Harley Quinn and Joker’s relationship.“Movies are fragile. They are like dreams, haunting moments that run from your vision. They have their own logic and truth,” Ayer wrote as caption to a previously unseen image of Jared Leto as Joker.

”If you change the destination after the trip is complete is it still the same journey? The spine of Suicide Squad was Harley’s journey. In many ways it was her movie, her escaping her relationship with Joker was the major emotional through line. A director holds an invisible compass in their hands. It guides every shot, every performance. That compass points to the destination.”He concluded: “If the desintation [sic] changes did the journey even happen?”Also Read: 'Suicide Squad': Here's What David Ayer Would Have Done DifferentlyView this post on Instagram Movies are fragile. They are like dreams, haunting moments that run from your vision. They have their own logic and truth. If you change the destination after the trip is complete is it still the same journey? The spine of Suicide Squad was Harley’s journey. In many ways it was her movie, her escaping her relationship with Joker was the major emotional through line. A director holds an invisible compass in their hands. It guides every shot, every performance. That compass points to the destination. If the desintation changes did the journey even happen? @margotrobbie @jaredleto filmmaking jokerA post shared by David Ayer (@davidayermovies) on Nov 3, 2019 at 10:30am PSTAlso Read: Does the 'Suicide Squad' Extended Cut Fix the Movie? NopeWhen the film starring Leto, Margot Robbie and Will Smith came out in August 2016, the reviews were crushing, earning a paltry 27% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.“Nothing hurts more than to pick up a newspaper and see a couple years of your blood, sweat and tears ripped to shreds. The hate game is so strong out there,” Ayers tweeted at the time.“Suicide Squad” was widely panned by critics, who criticized the plot, directing and screenplay, although Smith and Robbie’s performances received praise. And, still, the film grossed over $745.6 million worldwide.Read original story ‘Suicide Squad’ Director David Ayer Disses First Film, Shares New Photo of Jared Leto as Joker At TheWrap

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      Will Smith coming back for 'Bright' sequel from Netflix

      Netflix is moving forward with a sequel with Smith and Joel Edgerton reprising their roles and David Ayer returning to direct.

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      The Wrap

      Netflix's 'Bright' might have had $98 million opening – if its 11 million viewers bought tickets

      Despite scathing reviews, the Will Smith action fantasy drew massive audiences to the streaming service over first three days.

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      It's not easy to look orc good: You won't believe how long 'Bright' star Joel Edgerton endured in makeup

      Edgerton credits an “incredible” team for bringing his character Nick to life, all via a process that required him to endure three hours of makeup work each day.

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      'Bright': Will Smith buddy-cop action flick breaks all the rules... plus, orcs!

      “Bright” is the best Netflix original movie to date, and it absolutely deserves to be seen on the big screen, though don’t let that stop you from watching it home.

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      Entertainment Weekly

      Will Smith falls into a war over a wand in Netflix's 'Bright' trailer

      Netflix dropped a new Bright trailer on Tuesday, showing off Will Smith in the midst of a street-level skirmish involving fantastical creatures and a glowing wand that’s also a wish-granting weapon of mass destruction.

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      'Bright' poster gives closer look at Will Smith and Joel Edgerton in epic fantasy

      Netflix’s upcoming urban fantasy pic releases new one-sheet that gives us a closer look at the film’s two action stars.

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      The Wrap

      Will Smith teams up with an orc in NSFW trailer for sci-fi cop movie 'Bright'

      Will Smith teams up with LAPD's first orc officer (Joel Edgerton) in the new trailer for Netflix's sci-fi spin on the mismatched cop genre that premiering in December.

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      'Suicide Squad 2': Gavin O’Connor to write and direct sequel

      He'll be replacing original writer-director David Ayer on the sequel about DC's supervillain team.

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      'Suicide Squad' Director Tweets Harley Quinn Image After Report Questions 'Gotham City Sirens' Status

      After reports of a shakeup in the DC Extended Universe that might keep David Ayer from directing 'Gotham City Sirens,' he tweets out a Harley Quinn drawing

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      Will Smith Unveils Fantastical First 'Bright' Trailer at Comic-Con

      Director David Ayer declared that Hall H is now "Netflix's house" as he premieres his new buddy-cop Netflix drama that pairs Will Smith with Joel Edgerton's Orc.

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      The Hollywood Reporter

      'Scarface' Reboot Loses Director David Ayer

      'Scarface,' gangster movie remake with Diego Luna attached to star, will seek to replace 'Suicide Squad' director, whose take was said to be 'too dark'

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      'Suicide Squad' Director David Ayer in Talks for 'Scarface' Reimagining

      David Ayer is in negotiations to direct Universal’s “Scarface” reimagining. Variety first reported that Antoine Fuqua left the director’s chair. Sources reveal that the studio is now very close to landing a new helmer. Diego Luna, who starred in “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” had been attached to play the role made famous by Al Pacino in Brian De... <a href="http://variety.com/2017/film/news/david-ayer-scarface-reboot-director-1202422746/" title="Read ‘Suicide Squad’ Director David Ayer in Talks for ‘Scarface’ Reimagining">Read more »</a><img src="http://media.zenfs.com/en_US/Entertainment/Variety/pc17#038;c26035310#038;c310000#038;cv2.0#038;cj1" class="editorial"/>

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      'Suicide Squad' Director David Ayer Reflects on Triumphs and Regrets in Thoughtful Post-Mortem on Twitter

      In response to a Twitter user who thanked writer-director for making 'Squad,' the filmmaker shared a paragraphs-long reply, in which he acknowledged some of the films flaws, while also discussing the positives that came along with it

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      The Hollywood Reporter

      Harley Quinn Coming Back! David Ayer, Margot Robbie Reteam for All-Female DC Villains Movie 'Gotham City Sirens'

      David Ayer is back in the business of DC comics villains. The filmmaker, who directed Warner Bros.’ all-bad guy comic book movie Suicide Squad, is reuniting with that film’s star, Margot Robbie, for Gotham City Sirens, a feature project that will showcase the top female villains from the DC stable, The Hollywood Reporter has learned. Ayer will direct and produce the project with Robbie reprising her role as Harley Quinn, the part-time girlfriend of the Joker who is currently DC’s most popular female character.

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      Die Antwoord Accuses 'Suicide Squad' Director David Ayer of Stealing Group's Style

      Following a week of blistering reviews, Suicide Squad has found itself the victim of a different variety of less-than-nice words. Die Antwoord’s Yolandi Visser went on an Instagram rant, accusing the film’s director, David Ayer, of ripping off the group’s style. She also posted a comparison video.

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      Will Any of the 'Six or Seven Different Versions' of 'Suicide Squad' Ever Get Released?

      Of the many possible permutations of Suicide Squad, will we only get one? Empire has an illuminating feature with writer-director David Ayer, where among other things (such as the backstory of The Joker’s “Damaged” tattoo), he suggests that the cut of Suicide Squad currently playing in theaters is the only cut that will see the light of day. Sources previously told The Hollywood Reporter that the film’s challenging production and worries from studio Warner Bros. resulted in multiple, competing cuts of the film.

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      Superfan

      Stan Lee Sends Sweet Message to 'Suicide Squad' Director

      It’s been a rough week for director David Ayer and his movie, Suicide Squad. Earlier, at the Suicide Squad world premiere, Ayer shouted to the audience, “F— Marvel!” Kind of harmless, a little competition never hurt anyone, but nonetheless, Ayer felt the need to apologize saying: “Sorry about getting caught up in the moment and saying f*ck Marvel. It’s a compliment of the highest order!” Lee then linked to this video he made allllllll the way back in 2012.

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      Nick Schager

      'Suicide Squad' Director David Ayer: 5 Films to Know

      Looking back at the filmography of the man behind the camera for latest DC film

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      'Suicide Squad' Director Debunks Joker Rumor, Stars Dish in Clips From Miami Red Carpet

      Video interviews with Margot Robbie, Will Smith, Jay Hernandez, Karen Fukuhara, and director David Ayer from the red-carpet press line

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      'Suicide Squad' Director Adds His Two Cents to Reshoot Explanations

      Though media reports have suggested Warner Bros wants to add more humor to next DC film, especially after ultra-dark Batman v Superman, David Ayer on Twitter says that's not the case, as cast member Jai Courtney did last week

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      Meriah Doty

      'Suicide Squad:' Jared Leto Debuts His Green Joker Hair

      Jared Leto has been playing it somewhat coy when it comes to his physical transformation into the iconic villain the Joker for the upcoming big-screen adaptation of DC Comics’s Suicide Squad. The new tweet was a follow-up to a photo Ayer tweeted on Wednesday of most of the movie’s cast including Will Smith, Viola Davis, and Margot Robbie. The pose is a clear nod to the graphic novel The Killing Joke, which tells an origin story of the Joker.

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      Gwynne Watkins

      It's No Joke: Jared Leto Chops His Hair for 'Suicide Squad'

      Jared Leto is ditching the Jesus look and embracing his inner Joker. Earlier today, director David Ayer tweeted two new photographs of Leto, who stars as Batman’s most iconic nemesis in the upcoming Suicide Squad. One photograph, below, shows a pair of open scissors being held up to Leto’s lush ponytail. This is a dramatic change fromthe hirsute look Leto sported at the Oscars just over a week ago, complete with full beard and ombre-tinted hair flowing halfway down his chest.

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