Numerous elements of the Batman mythos are given a makeover in Joker that makes everything feel more familiar to the real world, and in many ways more effective. Keep reading for our assessment of what Joker gets right that other Batman movies got wrong.
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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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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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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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When it was released in theaters, 1989's Batman was a huge hit. Starring Michael Keaton as the titular Dark Knight and Jack Nicholson as the Joker, the blockbuster made director Tim Burton a household name. But Batman is far from a perfect movie.
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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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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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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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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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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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Is Joker a dangerous movie? Even though it hasn't been released yet, the Joaquin Phoenix starrer has already riled up segments of the internet who think that the flick may be glamorizing troubled and violent individuals such as the one at its center. Director Todd Phillips recently weighed in.
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It looks like Jonah Hill will be the first to be officially cast opposite Robert Pattinson in The Batman — but who will he be playing? Those wily Hollywood insiders are telling Variety that Hill is close to being cast, but the part for which he is being eyed is being kept under wraps.
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There's a new commissioner in town. Jeffrey Wright, the veteran character actor and star of the hit HBO series Westworld, is reportedly in talks for the role of Jim Gordon in Matt Reeves' forthcoming superhero flick The Batman. Wright would be among the first to join the cast.
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Fans of sadistic clowns, your day has finally arrived. Joker tickets are now on sale, meaning you can now officially snatch up your opportunity to see Joaquin Phoenix's critically-acclaimed take on the Clown Prince of Crime.
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Joaquin Phoenix may play a man with an uncontrollable cackle in director Todd Phillips' Joker, but he certainly wasn't laughing in a recent interview about the dark and gritty comic book movie. While chatting with The Telegraph's Robbie Collin, Phoenix got up and walked out. Here's why.
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Guess who's back — back again? Tom Welling's back, and the way he's returning might make your head spin. The CW has announced that Welling will reprise his role as Clark Kent on the network's upcoming Arrowverse crossover event Crisis on Infinite Earths.
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We'll never know how some of these guys would have played the greasepaint-wearing harlequin of hate, but we can dream, right? With that in mind, here's a look at some of the most noteworthy actors who almost played the Joker.
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Of the Bruce Waynes we've seen on the big screen thus far, Christian Bale is arguably the most iconic. Meanwhile, some fans are skeptical of the newest Batman, Robert Pattinson, taking on the role. But what does Christian Bale think of Robert Pattinson becoming the next Batman?
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