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Multiple bigwigs of Hollywood came out to endorse and encourage the public to vote for the US presidential elections. James Gunn also stepped forward to reveal that he had cast his vote while encouraging others to also partake in the action.
However, the director may not have envisioned his simple election post to reignite an older movement related to the DC franchise. Since the release ofSuicide Squadin 2016, fans have been urging the makers to reveal David Ayer’s cut for the film. TheTraining Daydirector confessed that the final output greatly differed from his vision, and fans are eager to witness the changes.
The betterSuicide Squad?: The long-fought battle
Ever since theMargot RobbiestarrerSuicide Squadwas released in 2016, fan’s opinions have been divided. This debate caught more fuel when the directorDavid Ayerrevealed a shocking fact, his vision did not make it to the big screen.
“The pain doesn’t go away”: David Ayer Fails To Let Go of ‘Suicide Squad’ Debate as Fans Keep Advocating For His Director’s Cut
The filmmaker confessed to the public that there were some complications during the movie’s post-production process. This affected the final product and the version of the film that was finally released did not match his preferred cut.
“Sorry not sorry”: David Ayer Defends Jared Leto’s ‘Atrocious’ Joker in Suicide Squad That Was Partly Inspired by Zack Snyder’s Favorite Batman Storyline
This is when an online campaign titled #ReleaseTheAyerCut began as fans clambered for the unreleased version of the movie. DC fans also believed that the director’s version of the film might improve the aspects that were criticized, leading to a better final product.
Later, this call gained more spark whenZack Snyder‘s cut forJustice Leaguewas released in 2021. Initially,The Beekeeperdirector was hopeful due to the public support he received, but slowly he began to lose hope.
I can take the hint. It’s been radio silent, and I’m done pushing a rock uphill.There are great places and great partners out there to work with, and I just want to focus on being a great partner and making some good movies.
According to theTribune,James Gunnhad earlier considered the possibility of releasing the director’s cut for the movie once the new franchise gained some prominence. But after years of no news, Ayer decided to sadly give up on the campaign and his hopes.
True fans don’t forget: The resurgence
TheFurydirector may have given up on his aspirations for the release, but DC fans didn’t bury the hatchet. The comment on Gunn’s recent election-related post established the fact that people are still waiting forSuicide Squad, the director’s cut.
I voted! Today is the last day of early voting in many places, including#Georgia! Please go out and#VOTE!pic.twitter.com/YxbEZcHpfI
If you believed in a democracy you’d#ReleaseTheAyerCut, but you just want it your way. Reminds me of a certain presidential candidate.pic.twitter.com/XGNCE8AsQY
#ReleaseTheAyerCut🃏🔥pic.twitter.com/2vMSwv1wRC
Be sure to#Voteand make sure@JamesGunnand@wbpicturesrelease@DavidAyerMoviesSuicide Squad#ReleaseTheAyerCutpic.twitter.com/6XBC6jVKin
#RELEASETHEAYERCUT
#ReleaseTheAyerCut
Nice.I also want you as the DC head to vote for#ReleaseTheAyerCut.
#ReleaseTheAyerCutPlease@JamesGunnpic.twitter.com/SH0LumduOu
People spammed the comment box with #ReleaseTheAyerCut, desperately urging the CEO of DC Studios to relent to their wishes.One Take Newspreviously interviewed one of the leading contributors of the campaign, known as @CutAyer on X.
Can you give us a rundown of what is different from the Ayer Cut and the theatrical cut?Tone, structure, music/score, character arcs and performances, extra scenes, etc.
The interviewee revealed that the unreleased version of the film allegedly differed greatly from the theatrical version. It included extra scenes and most importantly an epic third act withJared Leto‘s Joker.
Gunn andPeter Safranmight be currently working on the reboot of the franchise, but fans are still hopeful for the success of the campaign. Just likeZack Snyder’s Justice League, the audience is impatient for theEnd of Watchdirector’s version of the 2016 film.
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Suicide Squadis currently available to watch on Max.
Zack Snyder’s Justice Leagueis currently available to watch on Max.
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An entertainment writer with a passion for storytelling that transcends genres, Shruti Pathak is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in English. She is also a devoted poetry enthusiast, exploring the beauty of language and emotion through verse. Obsessed with the show Friends, a self-proclaimed swiftie, and inspired by classical literature these are just some characteristics that describe the novice writer. Newly joining FandomWire as an intern writer, she hopes to share her thoughts while sharpening her writing skills on various entertainment topics.
