Samuel L. Jackson is "laying his vengeance" upon a certain filmmaking legend after some pointed comments about Marvel movies. In response to Martin Scorsese's dismissive remarks about the quality of Marvel films, Jackson, known for his bombastic attitude and often profane language, kept a cool head.
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Joker's box office haul is no laughing matter. The Joaquin Phoenix-led film — which serves as a particularly dark origin story one of pop culture's most famous characters, the Joker — smashed a box office record with its opening weekend revenue.
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Director Todd Philips has been clear it was never his intention to adapt any specific comic when he directed Joker, and now that we can all see the film for ourselves, it's clear that he meant it. Here are some of the biggest ways Joker is different from the comics.
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Creating a unique take on the Joker was a bit of a moving target for Joaquin Phoenix. The actor recently sat down with the ReelBlend podcast to discuss the difficulties that he and director Todd Phillips had in nailing down the right characterization during the filming of Joker.
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Black Panther director Ryan Coogler is taking some time away from Wakanda for an intriguing new comic book project. Coogler will produce an adaptation of the comic book series Bitter Root for Legendary, basing it on the Image comics created by Chuck Brown, Sanford Greene, and David F. Walker.
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Spider-Ham remained on the periphery of Marvel Comics for decades, but since the success of Into the Spider-Verse, the little sausage hero is making himself more and more visible in popular media. So, we think maybe it might be time for the untold truth of Spider-Ham.
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No Mighty Marvel for Marty. In a recent conversation with Empire magazine, Martin Scorsese — perhaps the world's greatest living film director — had some pretty harsh words for the movies of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which is by far the highest-grossing film franchise in history.
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While we might not ever get a sequel set in this particular version of Gotham City, many of this movie's implications stuck with us even after we left the theater, which means it's time to talk about them. Here are some of the biggest unanswered questions in Joker.
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Joker definitely goes its own way with the depiction of the legendary Clown of Prince of Crime, right up to its explosive and unforgettable climax. Now that everyone's had a chance to see the film, it's time to talk about what it all built to and how it all paid off.
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There's a handful of subtle references to films, real-world events, and even the silent art of mime lurking in Joker's grim and gritty Gotham City. If you're still reeling from the violence and drama of Arthur Fleck's tragic journey, read on to find out about the little things you might've missed.
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The Clown Prince of Crime is back on the silver screen — but a certain someone is missing from the proceedings. Much has been made of the fact that Joker, which stars Joaquin Phoenix as the iconic DC villain, is a film that sports a distinct lack of Batman. Why was this choice made?
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Robert De Niro has some things to say about the things other people are saying about his new movie. chatting to Variety during the red carpet event for another of his upcoming films The Irishman, Robert De Niro finally offered his own take on the controversy surrounding Joker.
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Is Joaquin Phoenix a petulant, spoiled movie star... or is he pulling our collective leg once again? During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Phoenix was presented with an outtake from Joker in which he appears to go on a profane rant aimed at a crew member named "Larry."
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Let the naysayers cast their aspersions — we're here to argue on Robert Pattinson's behalf. He's a surprising pick but this is an actor who has the experience, confidence, flexibility and charisma necessary to make his take on the Dark Knight of Gotham City one of the absolute best.
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Superheroes have had their secret identities publicly revealed for decades, but like just about any other plot development in comics, it isn't always permanent. Here's a look at some of the times superheroes were unmasked -- and it stuck.
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In the newest batch of posters for Birds of Prey, Margot Robbie's Harley Quinn is seen smirking on a sofa while a hyena bares its teeth at her. Here's why Harley has hyenas in Birds of Prey, where they came from, and what type of role they'll play in the upcoming flick.
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If you're curious about Green Lantern's iconic piece of jewelry, worry no longer. We might not have an Oan instruction manual, but we do have the untold truth behind the evolution of, complications with, and inspiration for Green Lantern's famous power ring.
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Hope you've got your happy face on, 'cause Joker is here to bring a little maniacal mirth to the gritty, mean streets of Gotham. Joaquin Phoenix is undeniably the star, but he's joined by an impressive supporting cast — and yes, you've absolutely seen most of their faces before. Here's where.
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Steve Jobs was not a man to mince words. Disney CEO Bob Iger recently revealed that after the visionary Apple founder and Disney shareholder caught a screening of Iron Man 2, Jobs called him personally to offer his opinion — that the flick had left a little to be desired.
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Marvel fans across the globe are celebrating — and Tom Holland is right there with them. The star of Spider-Man: Far From Home joined the entire Twitterverse in reacting with pure elation to the news that Sony Pictures and Disney, the parent company of Marvel Studios, have reached an agreement.
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We don't yet know who Jonah Hill is in talks to portray in Matt Reeves' The Batman — but one stunning piece of fan art is making a pretty strong case. Artist Yadvender Singh Rana took to Instagram to post his rendering of Hill as Edward Nygma, AKA the Riddler — and it will blow your doors off.
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Between the star-studded cast and a plot making it sound like more like a dark character study than your average superhero adventure, director Todd Phillips' take on the iconic villain is one of the more highly anticipated movies of 2019. Here's a look at the untold truth of Joaquin Phoenix's Joker.
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From tracksuits that have seen better days to slick vinyl catsuits, we're here to investigate what DC's bad guys actually look like in the comics they still call home, and just how different that is from what makes it onto the silver screen.
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J. Jonah Jameson is the best character in the best supporting cast that's ever existed in comics, but he's more complicated than a simple crusading editor with angry ideas about masked vigilantes. From his werewolf son to his interview with Spider-Man, here’s the untold truth about J. Jonah Jameson.
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The U.S. military believes that Joker presents a public health hazard. The Army has issued a warning to service members who intend to see the film when it's released next week, one which states that screenings may be targeted for mass shootings by troubled individuals known as "incels."
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When you absolutely, positively have to have Jonah Hill for your tentpole picture, be prepared to pony up some major cash. The star, who is in talks to appear in The Batman in an undisclosed role, is reportedly seeking a figure equivalent to twice what the flick's star Robert Pattinson will make.
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Several people who lost family members during the 2012 Aurora, Colorado shooting that took place during a screening of The Dark Knight have penned a letter to Warner Bros. brass voicing their concerns about Todd Phillips' Joker.
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