The Latest Joker Movie: Folie à Deux
The highly anticipated sequel, Joker: Folie A Deux, has stirred some controversy since its release on October 4, 2024. What many expected to be a thrilling follow-up to the 2019 Joker has divided audiences, with reports of viewers walking out of theatres and the film suffering a dramatic drop at the box office.
Directed by Todd Phillips and starring Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck (the Joker) alongside Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn, Folie a Deux took a bold turn by incorporating musical elements- something that has proven to be a point of contention for fans. The film, which dives deeper into Fleck’s descent into madness and explores his toxic relationship with Harley Quinn has polarised viewers, especially those expecting a continuation of the original’s dark, gritty tone.
In the film’s first week, the audience’s reactions were notably mixed. While some praised the performances of Phoenix and Gaga, calling their chemistry compelling, others found the musical sequences jarring and out of place in the story of Gotham’s most notorious villain. The movie received a “D” rating on CinemaScore, a significant blow considering the original’s acclaim.
Director Todd Phillips has faced backlash online, with fans voicing their disappointment on social media. Some viewers claimed the film had “ruined” their experience of the original Joker, calling the sequel “an insult to fans.”
Despite the criticism, some defenders of the film argue that the story reflects deeper societal themes and that the backlash underscores the very message of the film, which explores societal rejection and misunderstood characters.
As Joker: Folie à Deux continues its run, its place in cinematic history remains constant. While it may not have achieved the same level of acclaim as its predecessor, it has certainly left audiences talking—and that, in itself, might be part of its provocative legacy.
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