Joker: Folie à Deux is a film that, at its core, polarises it’s audiences. If you’re expecting the gritty, raw character study that defined the first movie, you’ll likely find yourself a bit disappointed. Yes, this is a straightforward sequel, but, if you’re looking for a film that mirrors the emotional tension of the original, you might end up disappointed. But that doesn’t mean it’s without merit.
The genius of the first Joker lay in its unexpected turn—a film that deeply explores Arthur Fleck’s mind, showing his tragic violent rise to infamy. Nobody anticipated that direction, and it worked because it was a bold, distinct interpretation of a well-known Batman villain.
