October 5th 2024.
Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga have teamed up to star in the highly-anticipated sequel, Joker: Folie á Deux. The film, directed by Todd Phillips, is a continuation of the 2019 hit Joker, which saw Phoenix portray Arthur Fleck, a troubled man struggling in a harsh society. As the first film ended, Fleck had fully embraced his alter ego, the Joker, and found himself imprisoned in Arkham State Asylum.
The sequel picks up where the first film left off, with Fleck on trial for his crimes. While in prison, he meets Harleen "Lee" Quinzel, played by Lady Gaga, who helps him come to terms with his fractured identity. However, the film has not been received well by critics and fans alike, with many expressing disappointment and even outrage at its divisive ending and unexpected musical element.
Despite the negative reception, Phoenix and Gaga deliver powerful performances, with Phoenix's portrayal of the Joker being praised as "genius" by some. However, fans of the first film have been vocal about their disappointment with the sequel, feeling that it is an insult to both the original film and the character.
The addition of music to the film was a surprise to many, but should not have been, as Lady Gaga had released an album titled "Harlequin" inspired by her character in the film. However, both she and director Todd Phillips have been careful to clarify that the film is not a traditional musical, but rather uses music as a way for the characters to express themselves.
Despite the backlash, the film has still managed to draw in audiences and spark conversation. As Arthur Fleck's Joker says, "You wouldn't get it." Perhaps the film's true intentions and message will only be understood by a select few.
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