Review of "Joker 2" – A Disappointing Follow-Up to a Brilliant Original
Image Copyright: Warner Brothers, Warner Bros Pictures, DC and DC Studios My Review of Joker: Folie à Deux After the success of the original, "Joker: Folie à Deux" had a lot to live up to, but unfortunately, it falls short in almost every aspect. While there were some redeeming qualities, like Joaquin Phoenix’s dedicated performance, the film ultimately left me feeling more frustrated than entertained. The dark and gritty tone that made the first movie so compelling felt forced here, and the emotional depth that drew me in previously seemed replaced with unnecessary complexity and confusion. Acting and Performances: There’s no denying that Joaquin Phoenix once again gives a powerful performance as Arthur Fleck. His portrayal of the Joker still exudes the same chilling intensity that made the first film remarkable. However, no matter how strong the acting was, it couldn't save the movie from a plot that felt more disjointed than cohesive. Often during Joker: Folie A Deux...