Joker (DVD)

Great sequel and DC: Elseworld/what if? Origins and continuations stories about JOKER and gotham city. I loved this sequel. Hopefully we get to explore more of these universe if the creators, directors, and cast decides to continue in the future. I likes that it got to explore of mental health of how people view the world as musical. Because I have seen in person, based on true events, and documantaries of kind of similar situation of how people live like that.It kind of reminds me some other stories of how Joker (comics/animated) sometimes he is in mood for musical mood. Also, when other people start to become the new joker and get influenced by him in Gotham city.

This movie makes you sort of feel nostalgic just a little bit. It's one of the Batman universe movies.It's interesting I would definitely say it's a lot better than the sequel! I remember before covid-19 shut everything down this the last movie I went to go see in the theaters. Yes it's definitely a good awesome movie to watch

Una película que se puede disfrutar en familia me gustó más la primera parte pero igual se puede disfrutar

I liked this, it shows the "real" side of trauma, that led to the Joker. Not sure about part 2 lol

I liked it, and based upon its aesthetics, I recommend the film to viewers who appreciate the skills of Phoenix & Gaga in interpreting a nonlinear story. I found Arthur Fleck of "Joker" to be symphathetic: a character bullied to extremes, propelled by delusions, lacking in love and overwhelmed by caring for his likewise deranged mother. I knew nothing of Harley Quinn's original story, so from an unitiated perspective, I ached for Arthur because of her ultimate betrayal of him. I found the ballroom dance mesmerizing. The stage scenes, while confusing, embody the title "folie a deux.". This is hardly an ill -conceived effort, but one with as seemingly random narrative.

So I finally watched this Joker. When I read the reviews, I was aware of the acclaims it received, but I read the negative ones first and they were quite convincing. I’m cynical. My first exposure to the Batman series was with Adam West and Cesar Romero as the Joker, 1960s. Who's Cesar Romero? Back then I was meh to it because it was just another show on TV. Who cares. Fast forward to 1989, I saw Batman with with Keaton and Jack Nicholson as the Joker in the theater. Liked them both. But Nicholson’s performance as the Joker became unforgettable. I’m not a fan of Nicholson, but he sure left an indelible mark in my memory of the Joker that I believe has been incomparable. In 2008, I saw Heath Ledger as the Joker in The Dark Knight and thought he was good, but not as good as Nicholson. I think Ledger continues to garner praise from certain folks who remember him because he tragically died so young. But some folks today probably don’t even know who Heath Ledger is in our Gotham City-like world.So... no doubt Joaquin Phoenix’s performance in this 2019 Joker was good. I enjoyed the movie and felt it wasn’t boring. I didn’t think Arthur Fleck was on a self-pity trip. The murky swampy darkness served its purpose throughout the film. Gotham City is a dump much like our world. Compared to Nicholson’s Joker, I felt Phoenix’s Joker inspired more compassion though. They both portray madness and evil, but Phoenix’s Joker seemed more realistic and understandable to the times of today. How many people are sad, lonely, and depressed in this stinking world like Arthur Fleck? Exactly. Parody is an understatement. Can’t hate Phoenix’s Joker entirely when he spares Gary’s life after killing Randall, even showing brief warm affection with a kiss on his head saying, “you were the only one who was nice to me”. A touching moment. But until Phoenix’s Joker finally snaps into wickedness by discovering the highs and satisfaction he gets from killing others who mistreat him, i.e. revenge, I kinda felt sorry for the guy. He didn’t know he was adopted. His invalid nonbiological mother lied to him. They were both abused. They’re poor. He’s emaciated. Times are tough. Work sucks. Bullies all around. Even his counselor is useless, and she knows it too. Who wouldn’t feel like Fleck under these conditions? So after a stint as a clown and comedian, Fleck finds a new satisfying and thrilling career as a full bloom psychopathic killer. And now he enjoys being the Joker as he goes from being a no one to a someone. Great story indeed. But I still can’t forget Nicholson’s Joker.As for the negative reviews, I think to like or even have a neutral outlook on a movie like this, you have to have some appreciation for this franchise or the Batman genre. Bottom line, it’s still fiction and a movie, which means it’s NOT real. Some may confuse reality with fiction as there’s a fine line and the criticisms can be skewed. So if you are cynical like me, I’d say don’t judge a book by it’s cover and watch it for yourself to truly determine the quality of the film. I didn’t think I would, but I give it a thumbs up!