Joker (2019)

Joker (2019), a brand new reinterpretation of the classic character from the world of comics, caused an artistic and critical sensation upon its release. Directed by Todd Phillips and starring Joaquin Phoenix, this film is an intimate look into the mind of a man lost and transformed into one of the most famous supervillains in the Batman universe.

Joker is not just an ordinary superhero movie, but also a delicate work of art, exploring crime, society and human psychology. The film’s setting is Gotham City, a place rife with failure and corruption, where injustice and violence are common every day. In this setting, we meet Arthur Fleck (Phoenix), a man living in extremely harsh conditions, with a clown job and a dysfunctional family life.

With a dark history and indelible pain from the past, Arthur Fleck gradually becomes optimistic and becomes more crazy, losing control of his emotions and behavior. Abandoned and betrayed by society, Arthur begins to see the development of a completely new character – the Joker, a villain who symbolizes rebellion and chaos. The transformation from a wronged man to a brutal villain is an intense and artistic psychological and spiritual journey.

Joaquin Phoenix delivered a top-notch performance in the role of Arthur Fleck/Joker. His tough and profound performance brings a new depth to the character, making the audience feel the fierceness and instability of the Joker’s mind. Phoenix beautifully shows the transformation from a weak and desperate man to a brutal and uncontrollable criminal. He attracted attention and appreciation from critics and fans, and won the Academy Award for Best Actor for the role.

Besides his impressive acting, Joker was also praised for his delicate and controversial script. Todd Phillips and co-writer Scott Silver have created a captivating and powerful story that explores issues of violence, psychiatry, and society. By telling the story from the villain’s perspective, the film makes the audience reflect on the origins of brutality and society’s failure to protect the weak and unfortunate.

In addition, Joker also makes a strong impression with its image and music. The film recreates Gotham City in a dark and haunting atmosphere, with delicate angles and unique colors. Hildur Guðnadóttir’s music also plays an important role in creating an atmosphere of tension and mystery, while promoting the audience’s emotions through each scene.