As a devoted fan of Todd Phillips and his unique take on the Batman universe, I eagerly awaited the release of “Joker: Folie à Deux.” Having watched the first film multiple times and being captivated by Joaquin Phoenix’s riveting portrayal of Arthur Fleck, I was excited to see how this sequel would unfold.
Reviews for “Joker: Folie à Deux” are slowly emerging after its debut at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, suggesting that the follow-up might be just as divisive as its 2019 counterpart. Early responses indicate a daring and audacious sequel, but upon closer inspection, it seems to fall short of those descriptions. Those attending the Venice Film Festival are now posting their detailed reviews online and expressing their opinions on social media
In summary, multiple film critics have expressed disappointment with the film “Joker: Folie à Deux.” IndieWire found it to be intentionally bad and a troll-like attempt to anger fans and bore everyone else. IGN noted its unfulfilled potential, stating that while it began promisingly with an innovative approach to Joker and Harley Quinn, it became bogged down by a lengthy courtroom saga, which kept Lady Gaga in the shadows and focused too heavily on the original film without offering anything new. Variety echoed these sentiments, criticizing the film for not living up to its audacious concept and failing to deliver an engaging narrative. The Hollywood Reporter agreed, describing the film as narratively thin and at times dull, built more on a conceit than a solid story foundation
How Does Joker: Folie à Deux Function as a Musical?
The music element in this film has been a subject of discussion since the sequel was announced, and more so recently due to the creators refusing to categorize it as a traditional musical. To clarify, The Guardian expresses that it “has elements of a musical, with Phoenix and others singing show tunes, frequently within dream-like sequences, somewhat similar to Dennis Potter’s Pennies from Heaven.” Meanwhile, BBC suggests that instead of propelling the story forward like songs in traditional musicals do, they slow it down. This leaves one with the impression that Phillips may not have had enough plot to fill another two hours without these musical interludes
In some instances, people have praised Folie à Deux as an unusual film, with Deadline describing it as a unique musical experience, saying, “Infused with music, dance, humor, darkness, animation, drama, violence and more, this is a musical unlike any other.” Empire, on the other hand, refers to it as a charming musical romance between two psychopathic characters
Those present also seemed to have a slightly favorable opinion of the movie. They appreciated the acting skills shown by Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, as well as the powerful music scenes in the film
It’s worth mentioning that the initial movie didn’t receive universal praise from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it scored 69%, while Metacritic gave it a 59 out of 100. However, this critical reception didn’t hinder its success, as it garnered $1 billion globally and was nominated for 11 Academy Awards, including the prestigious Best Picture award
Joker: Folie à Deux
hits screens on Oct. 4.
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2024-09-04 22:31