Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) (2020) is a chaotic, action-packed film following Harley Quinn after her breakup with the Joker. Without his protection, she becomes a target for Gothamโs criminals, especially crime lord Roman Sionis, aka Black Mask.
As Harley struggles to find her place, she crosses paths with several powerful women: Huntress, a vengeful assassin; Black Canary, a nightclub singer with a secret ability; and Renee Montoya, a determined detective. Meanwhile, a young pickpocket named Cassandra Cain unknowingly steals a diamond containing valuable mob secrets, making her a prime target for Sionis and his ruthless enforcer, Victor Zsasz.
Realizing they all have a common enemy, the women reluctantly team up to protect Cassandra and take down Sionis. Their alliance leads to an explosive showdown at an abandoned amusement park, where they fight off Sionisโs henchmen in a chaotic, stylized battle. Harley, using her signature unpredictability, plays a crucial role in Sionisโs downfall.
In the end, Cassandra helps Harley secure a fortune, and the newly formed Birds of PreyโHuntress, Black Canary, and Montoyaโbegin their crime-fighting journey. Harley, embracing her independence, sets off with Cassandra on new adventures.
With its vibrant visuals, irreverent humor, and thrilling action sequences, Birds of Prey delivers a fresh, female-led take on Gothamโs underworld, showcasing Harleyโs journey to self-discovery while redefining what it means to be a team.