As a seasoned movie-goer who’s seen more than my fair share of cinematic flops and blockbusters alike, I must say that Todd Phillips’ “Joker: Folie à Deux” has left me quite divided. Having witnessed the original Joker’s (Heath Ledger’s unparalleled portrayal) transformation into chaos and madness, it was a daunting task to approach its sequel with an open mind.
As a movie critic, I can’t help but admit my delight in unexpected plot twists. Connor Storrie, the talented actor who played a pivotal role in Todd Phillips’ “Joker: Folie à Deux,” shares this sentiment. His character, responsible for ending Arthur Fleck’s (Joaquin Phoenix) life in the climactic moments of the film, acknowledges the stir caused by the sequel’s controversial and thought-provoking conclusion. Moreover, Storrie confides that he had to guard the movie’s major secret for an agonizing two years before it was finally revealed.
Storrie tells TMZ the following during his revealing sit-down:
I hadn’t given a thought to the implications or potential outcomes of being there. Clearly, the Joker has a significant fanbase, bordering on cult status. Frankly, I was astonished by my presence and actions. It all seemed so secretive. I knew nothing else about the movie except that particular scene, and they were extremely guarded about it. I didn’t share this experience with anyone for two long years.
As someone who’s eagerly watched the movie, let me share that Storrie plays a captive character who tragically kills Arthur in a chilling echo of Heath Ledger’s iconic Joker from Christopher Nolan’s masterpiece, “The Dark Knight.” Post this gruesome act, the character seems to be self-mutilating, an eerie reference to The Joker’s distinctive appearance in the film. Additionally, this scene bears a haunting resemblance to The Joker’s famous question, “You want to know how I got these scars?” that adds an unsettling layer to his character.
As a die-hard movie fan, I always knew my role in the sequel to 2019’s Joker wasn’t meant for anything other than supporting the narrative of Joker: Folie à Deux. It wasn’t about setting up potential future adventures within the DCU for me.
To put it simply, I strongly felt that the movie belonged to Joaquin and followed Arthur’s journey. Therefore, I knew my role in it. It wasn’t about drawing attention or announcing myself. Instead, I saw my part as an integral piece of the story itself, rather than a segue for anything else afterward. This was quite evident to me.
Connor Storrie Believed Joker: Folie à Deux Was ‘Polarizing’ Even Before It Hit Theaters
The unconventional decisions in “Joker: Folie à Deux” seemingly led to its disappointing box office performance during its opening weekend, and the sequel’s earnings have been impacted by Connor Storrie’s character brutally killing Arthur Fleck. However, before the movie’s surprising finale sparked heated discussions on social media, Storrie had already felt that “Joker 2” was inherently polarizing. Furthermore, Storrie expressed this viewpoint to TMZ as well.
Initially, the movie sparked a lot of controversy before its release, which I believe is a positive sign. When it was revealed that it would be a musical with musical elements, people were taken aback, including myself – ‘What?’ was my exact reaction. I couldn’t comprehend what a musical version or interpretation of the first one, known for its raw, gritty, and brutalist style, would look like.
It seemed divisive even before its release, and considering the reactions to its divisiveness, this makes perfect sense. Additionally, while I can’t speak for directors like Todd [Phillips] or those involved, I believe they were aware of this as well. After all, taking such a bold step means offering people the chance to disagree with your decisions. In hindsight, being polarizing might actually be beneficial in the long run.
In the end, it could potentially reach that figure, but right now, it’s not doing as well as initially expected, having only grossed approximately $118.5 million globally so far (according to The Numbers).
It’s clear that Storrie’s opinion is that Todd Phillips’ bold approach in the sequel didn’t make a difference at all. To many DC fans, the apparent depiction of the real Joker killing Arthur Fleck might as well have sealed the film’s fate, making it just as poorly received as movies like “Batman & Robin,” “Catwoman,” and “Green Lantern.
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2024-10-11 18:31