JOKER 2: Folie à Deux Review | EMBARRASSINGLY AWFUL!
The highly anticipated sequel to 2019's finally hit theaters, and it seems that not everyone is laughing.
promised to dive deeper into Arthur Fleck's psyche while adding a musical twist, but some critics and fans are shaking their heads in disbelief. The film has sparked a heated debate, with many wondering if this was the follow-up that the original deserved or just a chaotic misstep.
When was released in 2019, it took the world by storm, captivating audiences with Joaquin Phoenix's Oscar-winning performance. Its gritty and raw take on Gotham’s infamous villain felt refreshing, a stark contrast to the typical superhero fare.
However, no one was particularly clamoring for a sequel. The first film was so complete in its storytelling that many thought a follow-up would risk tarnishing its legacy. When was announced, eyebrows were raised, especially when it was revealed that the movie would be a musical. That choice left audiences puzzled—why take a gritty, grounded story and suddenly throw in song and dance? It seemed like a bold gamble, and not everyone was willing to play along.
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