As a seasoned gamer with over two decades of immersion in the digital realm, I’ve seen my fair share of movies that have managed to transcend the boundaries of the screen and resonate within the core of one’s soul. The latest addition to this exclusive list is none other than Joker: Folie à Deux, a cinematic masterpiece that has left me spellbound and intrigued in equal measure.
The success of the 2019 movie “Joker” can be attributed to several factors, with Joaquin Phoenix’s groundbreaking, Academy Award-winning performance as Arthur Fleck standing out. Playing the eccentric title character, Arthur is a complex individual who displays an extensive range of emotions. His iconic laugh, which appears as a compulsion during non-humorous moments, is well known. In the sequel “Joker: Folie à Deux,” we encounter a new quirk in Arthur Fleck’s character – his satirical Southern accent. Recently, director Todd Phillips explained the origin of this accent.
In an exclusive chat about the highly anticipated sequel “Joker: Folie à Deux,” I asked director Todd Phillips about Joaquin Phoenix’s Southern accent during his courtroom scenes. Here’s what he shared with me:
That was our idea in the script. We put it in, Scott Silver and I. I don’t remember where it came from before that, but it was very much about the idea that Arthur is a sponge, and Arthur probably saw a TV show that probably had a Southern lawyer, and he probably thought, “That’s how you’re supposed to be a lawyer.” Obviously it’s ridiculous. I think it’s funny, and that’s where it comes from. And I love in that particular scene how he kind of slips in and out of it.
The situation in question is quite disturbing, much like how the character Arthur Fleck behaves in the style of the Joker, as he puts on a comical show reminiscent of Matlock during his intense murder trial. It’s no wonder that Phillips’ response is predictable since both Joker: Folie à Deux and its prequel are rich with references to movies and TV shows. In fact, the opening scene of Folie à Deux is a humorous take on Loony Toons, suggesting that Fleck has spent most of his life watching television. It’s no surprise that it was during this time on screen that he carried out the public murder that would become his defining moment. Similarly, the trial in Folie à Deux was also broadcast on TV. I suppose there are no accidents in life.
The sequel to Joker titled “Folie à Deux” hasn’t quite lived up to expectations at the box office, given the unprecedented success of its prequel. Although some viewers have panned it, others, like Sean O’Connell from TopMob, are deeply moved by the film and can’t stop contemplating it. With the varied reactions and online discussions swirling around, not to mention an ending that adds even more intrigue about this version of Joker in the DC universe, it’s worth watching just to contribute to the discourse if nothing else. I’ve conversed with critics who adored it, those who criticized it, and some who were so taken aback they couldn’t form an opinion yet. That’s the power of cinema, influencing pop culture in a profound way!
Right now, you can catch “Joker: Folie à Deux” in theaters! As we near the close of this year, there’s a wealth of thrilling new movies on the horizon for 2024. Stay tuned to TopMob for all the latest news!
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2024-10-09 04:37