Black Canary Goes Solo – The Antic‑Chick Only Needs One Song
Hold on to your earbuds, folks: Dinah Lance is finally getting the spotlight she deserves. After blasting her cameo in Birds of Prey, it’s time for a full‑blown, black‑mask‑backed movie starring Jurnee Smollett.
Who’s at the Helm?
Misha Green – the showrunner behind Lovecraft Country – is taking the director’s chair. Green and Smollett are practically shouting “gotta go” at tabloid events, and now the project is officially up in the works with HBO Max.
Why the Buzz?
- Establishing the Canary’s Identity – In the last film she didn’t just fling waves of sonic terror; she’s also the singer on a nightclub stage, helping a teen gang fight crime.
- Signature Shock – Cameos are a breeze but her “canary cry” is a full‑on crowd‑pleaser – think a sonic broom that clears the room of bad guys.
- More Than One Film – With Blue Beetle, Batgirl, Peacemaker, and Green Lantern already slated, Black Canary enters a roster that smells like a comic‑book triple‑espresso.
Where Does It Fit?
In the bigger DC Universe picture, Black Canary yawns from a side‑kick to a leading lady, paralleling the rise of Blue Beetle starring Xolo Maridueña and Batgirl with Leslie Grace in the lead.
Behind the Scenes
Jurnee Smollett’s tweet from August provides a teaser (minus the link): “Guess the Canary is out of the cage! So excited to finally embark on this adventure.” A genuine gush when you see her describing how a comic‑book heroine can move through a lock‑step narrative.
Much More on the Horizon
Peacemaker and Green Lantern will keep the action humming. With all these titles, the DCU hub is booming, and Black Canary’s debut solo film will fly high among the rest.
That’s all for now. Buckle up – the black feathered hero lands in your living room soon, and we’re waiting to flip the script on bedtime stories.
