Joker Folie a Deux
Overview
Joker: Folie à Deux is a 2024 musical psychological thriller film directed by Todd Phillips, the sequel to the 2019 film Joker. The film stars Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck / Joker and Lady Gaga as Harleen Quinzel / Harley Quinn. The film is set in Arkham Asylum, where Arthur is awaiting trial for his crimes. He meets Harleen Quinzel, a music therapist who becomes obsessed with him. The film is a musical, with characters breaking into song throughout. It explores the twisted relationship between the Joker and Harley Quinn. The film was a critical and commercial disappointment, earning over $200 million on a $200 million budget. It was praised for its performances but criticized for its pacing and its musical numbers.
Cast
Joaquin Phoenix
Lady Gaga
Zazie Beetz
Brendan Gleeson