Nobody steals the spotlight quite likeHarley Quinn, but it isn’t her sparkling personality that makes her worthy of a new film. Instead, DC is dragging Gotham’s favorite redeemed (sometimes) baddie through some serious trials and tribulations. It’s the perfect setup to give Harley her ownJoker-style movie, as she’s fed up and ready for a change.
Harley Quinn brings aJokermakeover to life in a newly revealedHarley Quinn #56variant cover. Artist Rahzzah does an excellent job in capturing just how fed up Harley really is. She gazes vacantly on a crowded subway, bloodied and dazed, as her half-eaten pizza slips forlornly toward the floor.
Cover by YANICK PAQUETTE
Variant covers by DAVID NAKAYAMA, RAHZZAH, and JESSICA LUNA
$3.99 US | 32 pages | Variant $4.99 US (card stock)
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Don’t shoot me, bro! Seriously, if someone tranqs, tases, or shoots me one more time, I’m quitting this whole “main character in her own comic book series” thing! My mandatory road trip with the Gunbuddies comes to an end in a jungle where we’re hunted for sport by a rich jerkwad! Plus, the return of one of my greatest enemies and the birth of an unexpected ally!
It’s clear that she’s at the end of her rope, and thatversion of Harleyis tailor-made for aJoker-style movie. Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker was tired of a world that always seemed to be against him, and Quinn doesn’t seem far off that mark. Audiences are familiar with the bubbly, upbeat Harley, but DC could take a new approach.
Harley Quinn’s Worst Day is Film Ready
Harley Quinn has become recognizable as an energetic, brightly-colored fixture in Gotham, whether she’s acting as a villain, a hero, or something in between. Margot Robbie’s onscreen portrayal leaned heavily into that side of the character, while Lady Gaga’s “Lee Quinzel” doesn’t go exactly the same direction. Channeling Rahzzah’s depiction of Harley would yield a different result from either one.
It isn’t easy to get shot at and be caught in constant fights, and it would be an interesting spin on Harley to see exactly what happens if she genuinely went dark. Murder and mayhem isn’t a surprise, and she’s already a master of chaos, buta grim Harley Quinnwith her cup half empty would be something genuinely new for that particular character.
Harley Quinn #56sounds like it’s prepped to show what one of Harley Quinn’s worst days looks like, and DC should take note. A completely new approach would keep the character fresh for audiences. If a more somber approach canwork for Joker, it can certainly work for Harleen.
Harley Quinn is One of DC’s Most Multifacted Characters
Part ofJoker’smassive success was that it revealed to audiences a side of the character. The story was original and haunting, adding to the allure of an already popular figure. Harley Quinn is already dynamic and versatile, able to pull off rogue, hero, and everything between. Leaning into a more serious version would give her even more depth.
No new Harley film is in the works, but it’d be interesting to see the character’s struggles play out in a more genuine, realistic way. Not everything has to be played for laughs, and sometimes the clown knows that best of all. DC needs to take note of Rahzzah’s fantastic cover and giveHarley Quinnthe movie audiences deserve.
