The Making of Suicide Squad: An Inside Look at the Characters and the Challenges

🎬The actors had a great time playing their characters, with Jared Leto enjoying his role as the Joker the most.

💪The physical challenges of the movie were not only intense but also resulted in mild injuries for some actors, such as torn muscles and bruises.

😄Director David Ayer encouraged the actors to embrace humor and humanity amidst all the mayhem, resulting in a unique and entertaining movie.

🐊Actor Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje had to undergo extensive prosthetics to bring the character Killer Croc to life, showcasing the dedication of the cast.

🗣️Building trust and a strong bond within the cast was essential for the actors to feel comfortable and share their inner thoughts and secrets with each other.

What was the most challenging aspect of making Suicide Squad?

—For some actors, the physical demands of the movie resulted in mild injuries. The emotional aspects, such as exposing vulnerable sides of the characters, were more challenging.

How did the actors connect with their characters?

—The actors conducted research and used the comic books as a resource. They also tapped into personal experiences and emotions to fill in the gaps in the character's backstories.

Did the cast have a strong bond on set?

—Yes, the cast shared humorous and intense moments on set. Director David Ayer played a key role in creating a supportive environment for the actors to connect and bond.

Did the actors enjoy playing their characters?

—Yes, the actors had a great time playing their characters, with Jared Leto particularly enjoying his role as the Joker.

How did the director bring humor and humanity into the movie?

—Director David Ayer encouraged the actors to embrace humor and find the humanity in their characters, resulting in a balance between mayhem and emotional depth.

00:00The cast discusses the challenges of balancing comic book fandom and bringing the characters to life.

04:59The actors share their experiences and enjoyment of playing their respective characters.

10:32Some actors faced physical challenges and mild injuries during the filming process.

14:51Director David Ayer's approach to bringing humor and humanity into the movie is appreciated by the cast.

20:15The extensive prosthetics used for the character Killer Croc showcase the dedication of the cast.

25:09Building trust and a strong bond within the cast allowed for open communication and sharing of secrets.

32:20The cast discusses the most challenging aspects of making Suicide Squad.

38:47The actors share how they connected with their characters by conducting research and tapping into personal experiences.