As a seasoned gamer and film enthusiast with over two decades of experience under my belt, I must confess that the latest installment of “Joker” has left me feeling rather disheartened. Having eagerly anticipated the release of “Folie à Deux,” I was unfortunately met with a cacophony of musical numbers that seemed to drag the narrative down.
Have you ever experienced dancing with the devil under the pale moonlight? It appears that those who watched “Joker: Madness for Two” have done so – and it seems they had quite an unpleasant experience. The movie, “Joker: Madness for Two”, debuted at the Venice Film Festival in early September, prior to a wider release in October. In this sequel, Joaquin Phoenix’s Arthur Fleck is accompanied by Lady Gaga as Lee Quinzel – also known as Harley Quinn – who becomes Fleck’s partner in mayhem and criminal activities. However, “Madness for Two” doesn’t seem to be resonating with audiences the way the original did. Preliminary reviews are starting to surface, and it seems that many viewers of this film didn’t find the music enjoyable.
Taking to X, one person wrote: “#Joker2 is a shallow mess. It may be beautifully shot with great performances from both Gaga & Phoenix but it’s all wasted on a story actively wanting to put off fans of the Joker. The musical numbers are awkward & drag the film.”
A common complaint among viewers was that there were too many music and dance sequences in the film, which seemed to prolong its duration. Someone else concurred when they expressed: “The musical segments appeared unnecessary. If all the musical scenes were removed, the movie would be shorter, but still maintain a smoother flow without any problems. In fact, you might not even realize they were missing.
As a diehard fan, let me share my perspective on this: The same reviewer asserted that if you were enamored with the initial Joker, you may find its sequel a significant disappointment. Conversely, if the first Joker film didn’t resonate with you, then be prepared to have strong feelings of dislike and contempt towards Joker 2.
In conversations, Director Todd Phillips tends to avoid labeling the movie as a musical directly. However, during an appearance on the “Fresh Air” podcast, he acknowledged that the upcoming sequel could be described as “the epitome of a musical.
Fans are finding the Joker sequel pointless
Following the world premiere of the movie at Venice, I took a moment to share some thoughts about the integral role music played in shaping the characters of Fleck and Quinn. I expressed to the audience something along the lines of: “The way we crafted music for this film is exceptionally unique and intricately layered. It’s not exactly a musical, but it certainly stands apart from traditional ones.
Based on the feedback, it seems that most viewers did not find the movie to be nuanced. However, many individuals did appreciate the film. Both positive and critical reviews agreed on one point: the exceptional performances delivered by Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga.
Despite taking various factors into account, it appears that most people believe there was no need for a sequel to begin with. The first film was widely acclaimed, and its authentic, distinct style gave the impression that it was a standalone masterpiece. However, bringing the Joker back for another round seemed risky because it might have reinforced this idea, but the narrative failed to develop the character as some critics expected. Variety’s critique concluded by stating that the film had stripped away the ominous danger that made Arthur so volatile and intriguing in the original: “He’s now just a puppet clown who sings and dances in his imagination. Is this entertainment?
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2024-10-03 19:29