Joker director Todd Phillips explains why Joaquin Phoenix's character won't appear in DC Universe films
5 years, 3 months ago

Joker director Todd Phillips explains why Joaquin Phoenix's character won't appear in DC Universe films

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker won’t appear in other DC Universe movies, according to director Todd Phillips. But in Phillips’s view, Phoenix’s Joker won’t be granted a similar fate – even though some projects on the horizon at DC, such as an upcoming Suicide Squad reboot, might give filmmakers opportunities to feature the character. Plan auto-renews until cancelled Try for free Phillips, however, hasn’t dismissed the possibility of doing more Joker films starring Phoenix, as long as the actor is willing. If you guys could think of something…’ “Well, I have a feeling that he and I could think of something pretty cool.” Support free-thinking journalism and attend Independent events Joker will be released on 4 October in the UK and in the US.

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Joker 2 Trailer: Fans already obsessed with ‘perfect’ Joaquin Phoenix lipstick scene
9 months ago

Joker 2 Trailer: Fans already obsessed with ‘perfect’ Joaquin Phoenix lipstick scene

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Gaga’s Harley Quinn draws lipstick on the …

Joker 2: New images of Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga emerge as film wraps production
1 year, 9 months ago

Joker 2: New images of Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga emerge as film wraps production

India TV News  

Todd Phillips, the director of the upcoming film Joker: Folie a Deux, has released two new images of Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix as Harley Quinn and the Joker. Together with photos of Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix, the director congratulated the Hollywood stars and his entire crew for their efforts. The photos show Phoenix looking contemplative as always in …

Gunn’s new DC slate features Superman, Supergirl and Batman
1 year, 11 months ago

Gunn’s new DC slate features Superman, Supergirl and Batman

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New DC Studios bosses James Gunn and Peter Safran debuted their plans for a revamped and newly unified DC Universe of films and television series, including a new Superman film in 2025, a Wonder Woman prequel and a Batman movie that won’t star Robert Pattinson. Another Caped Crusader film, though, is coming at an unknown date: “The …

After weeks of rumors, Lady Gaga officially joins Joaquin Phoenix in ‘Joker’ sequel
2 years, 5 months ago

After weeks of rumors, Lady Gaga officially joins Joaquin Phoenix in ‘Joker’ sequel

LA Times  

J-J-J-Joker face, J-J-Joker face. Lady Gaga has officially joined the cast of Warner Bros.’ “Joker” sequel opposite Joaquin Phoenix’s Arthur Fleck. After weeks of speculation about the Grammy and Oscar winner’s involvement in the project, the “Chromatica” artist confirmed the rumors Thursday by posting an animated clip of herself and Phoenix dancing in silhouette to the standard “Cheek to Cheek.” …

Joker 2: Joaquin Phoenix pictured reading script as new movie’s title’s announced
2 years, 7 months ago

Joker 2: Joaquin Phoenix pictured reading script as new movie’s title’s announced

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Joaquin Phoenix has been pictured reading the …

Joker 2 starring Joaquin Phoenix gets an intriguing title, fans speculate Harley Quinn's entry in sequel
2 years, 7 months ago

Joker 2 starring Joaquin Phoenix gets an intriguing title, fans speculate Harley Quinn's entry in sequel

India TV News  

Todd Phillips has confirmed the sequel to "Joker" in an Instagram post that also revealed that Joaquin Phoenix, the titular star of the 2019 hit, was returning for the role. Phillips unveiled the cover of the script, written by him and Scott Silver, with the title "Joker: Folie a Deux". Folie a Deux is defined as “the presence of the …

Joker 2: Joaquin Phoenix shares update on potential sequel
3 years, 3 months ago

Joker 2: Joaquin Phoenix shares update on potential sequel

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Joaquin Phoenix has given fans an update …

Before winning Oscar for Joker, Joaquin Phoenix was supposed to play Batman, but studio rejected him
4 years, 2 months ago

Before winning Oscar for Joker, Joaquin Phoenix was supposed to play Batman, but studio rejected him

Hindustan Times  

Actor Joaquin Phoenix won an Oscar for his performance as the iconic Batman villain Joker earlier this year, but did you know that the actor was in contention to play The Dark Knight in an abandoned project? After the franchise flopped with director Joel Schumacher’s Batman & Robin, starring George Clooney, Warner Bros began planning a reboot. Director Darren Aronofsky …

Justice League: Snyder Cut to bring back Jared Leto’s Joker
4 years, 2 months ago

Justice League: Snyder Cut to bring back Jared Leto’s Joker

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jared Leto is set to reprise the role of the famous …

Joaquin Phoenix Offered Rs 360 Crore to Reprise Role of Joker in Two Sequels
4 years, 3 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix Offered Rs 360 Crore to Reprise Role of Joker in Two Sequels

News 18  

Actor Joaquin Phoenix, who won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Joker, has been reportedly offered a $50 million deal to reprise the role for two of its sequel. A source close to the project, quoted in The Mirror said, “Joaquin initially felt Joker was a standalone movie. They plan to make two sequels in the …

Joaquin Phoenix in talks to sign blockbuster $50 million deal for two Joker sequels: report
4 years, 3 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix in talks to sign blockbuster $50 million deal for two Joker sequels: report

Hindustan Times  

Actor Joaquin Phoenix is reportedly being offered $50 million to reprise his role as Arthur Fleck in two sequels to his 2019 blockbuster, Joker. They plan to make two sequels in the next four years, with a long-term commitment to Joaquin and his Joker director Todd Phillips and producer Bradley Cooper. It’s all about getting Joaquin to accept the terms …

Before Joker, Joaquin Phoenix was supposed to play Batman, but studio rejected him
4 years, 8 months ago

Before Joker, Joaquin Phoenix was supposed to play Batman, but studio rejected him

Hindustan Times  

Before he played the iconic villain Joker and won an Oscar for it, actor Joaquin Phoenix was director Darren Aronofsky’s first choice to play Batman. Part of the reason why the film never took off, Aronofsky has said in a new interview, is because he wanted Phoenix for the role and the studio didn’t. The Batman I wrote was definitely …

Joaquin Phoenix's Joker to re-release in India on February 14
4 years, 11 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix's Joker to re-release in India on February 14

India Today  

Joaquin Phoenix's Joker, which has become an award-season favourite, will be re-released in India on February 14. Now given the massive Oscar buzz around the film with 11 nominations including Best Actor, Best Film and Director, Warner Bros. Pictures will re-release the film for the Indian audiences on February 14, four days after the Oscar awards ceremony. Phillips' Joker, an …

Joaquin Phoenix on Joker leading Oscars 2020 nominations: Honoured by the Academy's recognition
4 years, 11 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix on Joker leading Oscars 2020 nominations: Honoured by the Academy's recognition

India Today  

Actor Joaquin Phoenix is overwhelmed that his film Joker is leading the Oscar nomination pack this year, and says that the Academys encouragement helped ignite and sustain his career. Todd Phillips' Joker, an origin story about superhero Batman's biggest enemy Joker, got 11 nods, including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actor. Joker composer Hildur Guonadottir earned her first Oscar …

We're open: Todd Phillips on 'Joker' sequel
5 years ago

We're open: Todd Phillips on 'Joker' sequel

India TV News  

Filmmaker Todd Phillips says he is game to further explore the iconic DC villain Joker if an ideal opportunity comes his way. Phillips recently directed "Joker", featuring Joaquin Phoenix as the Clown Prince of Crime. Phillips said at Deadline's The Contenders New York award-season event he is "open" to reunite with Phoenix but nothing is final as of yet. Even …

"Joker" does not deserve its Golden Globe nominations (except for one)
5 years, 1 month ago

"Joker" does not deserve its Golden Globe nominations (except for one)

Salon  

The Golden Globe nominations are in, and Todd Phillips’ “Joker” has scored four big ones: Best Motion Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Original Score. Setting aside the film’s shortcomings as a message picture, though, the other problem is that “Joker” has the veneer of a gritty character study a la “Taxi Driver” but lacks the substance to go …

Is "Joker" going to get a sequel? Director Todd Phillips finally weighs in
5 years, 1 month ago

Is "Joker" going to get a sequel? Director Todd Phillips finally weighs in

Salon  

Is "Joker" going to get a sequel? Emmerich supposedly agreed to one additional origin story during that meeting and, after "Joker" continued its box office dominance, to a sequel for the hit film. Although Deadline's sources acknowledged that a sequel to "Joker" is an "obvious likely eventuality" given the film's tremendous box office success, the outlet claimed that nothing official …

Joaquin Phoenix and director Todd Phillips may reunite for Joker sequel
5 years, 1 month ago

Joaquin Phoenix and director Todd Phillips may reunite for Joker sequel

India Today  

Director Todd Phillips is likely to reteam with Joaquin Phoenix for a sequel to the $1 billion-grossing R-rated hit Joker, says a source. Watch Joker trailer here: The director will write the screenplay to the sequel along with co-writer Scott Silver, with whom he worked on the original's script, sources told the Hollywood Reporter. The initial box office numbers scored …

Joaquin Phoenix-starrer \'Joker\' set to mint USD 1 billion globally
5 years, 1 month ago

Joaquin Phoenix-starrer \'Joker\' set to mint USD 1 billion globally

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington DC: Todd Phillips' directorial 'Joker' is all set to enter the billion-dollar club. Joaquin Phoenix- starrer is also about to generate profits of USD 600 million for Warner and partners Village Roadshow and Bron, who together have a 25 per cent stake in the film. On the domestic box office, the film earned a total of USD 340 million …

Joaquin Phoenix's Joker crosses $1 billion worldwide, becomes 4th DC film to reach the mark
5 years, 1 month ago

Joaquin Phoenix's Joker crosses $1 billion worldwide, becomes 4th DC film to reach the mark

India Today  

Filmmaker Todd Phillips's R-rated Joker has just joined the billion-dollar club at the worldwide box office. The superhero movie starring Joaquin Phoenix is also destined to generate profits of $600 million for Warners and partners Village Roadshow and Bron. Joker also becomes the fourth DC title to cross $1 billion, behind Aquaman, The Dark Knight Rises and The Dark Knight, …

Joker director Todd Phillips details what sequel should look like: 'It couldn’t just be wild and crazy'
5 years, 1 month ago

Joker director Todd Phillips details what sequel should look like: 'It couldn’t just be wild and crazy'

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Joker director Todd Phillips has begun sharing ideas of what a …

Joaquin Phoenix teases possibility of a "Joker" sequel
5 years, 2 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix teases possibility of a "Joker" sequel

Salon  

In an interview with the Los Angeles Times last week, Joaquin Phoenix discussed how he had tried to persuade “Joker” director Todd Phillips to make a sequel to the film. There’s way too much to explore.’ It was kind of in jest — but not really.” He later added, “I basically said, ‘You could take this character and put him …

Here\'s why Joqauin Pheonix will not return as Joker in the sequel
5 years, 2 months ago

Here\'s why Joqauin Pheonix will not return as Joker in the sequel

Deccan Chronicle  

Los Angeles: Joqauin Pheonix, who received rave reviews for his portrayal, will not return as Arthur Fleck just to cash in on the success of the Todd Phillips-directed movie, 'Joker'. Phoenix told LA Times’ The Envelope, “I wouldn’t just do a sequel just because the first movie is successful, that’s ridiculous.” Joaquin revealed that he and Phillips used to discuss …

Joker box office collection: Todd Phillips' origin film on DC Comics villain crosses $900 mn mark worldwide
5 years, 2 months ago

Joker box office collection: Todd Phillips' origin film on DC Comics villain crosses $900 mn mark worldwide

Firstpost  

Joker offers a new take on the origin story of the rise of Batman’s maniacal arch-enemy, painting a dark portrayal of a would-be stand-up comedian’s descent into madness. After standing on top at the box office late last month, Joaquin Phoenix -starrer Joker continued its winning streak by crossing $900 million in worldwide ticket sales on Saturday. Not only this, …

Joker sequel: Joaquin Phoenix says ‘there’s way too much to explore’ in just one movie
5 years, 2 months ago

Joker sequel: Joaquin Phoenix says ‘there’s way too much to explore’ in just one movie

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Joaquin Phoenix has suggested he would make a Joker sequel, explaining …

Joaquin Phoenix says he wouldn't do a Joker sequel just because the first film is successful
5 years, 2 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix says he wouldn't do a Joker sequel just because the first film is successful

Firstpost  

Joker star Joaquin Phoenix will not return as Arthur Fleck just to cash in on the success of the Todd Phillips-directed movie. The DC crime drama has become the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time, and has received a lot of critical acclaim since its debut at Venice Film Festival. “I wouldn’t just do a sequel just because the first …

Will there be a ‘Joker’ sequel? Joaquin Phoenix shares his thoughts
5 years, 2 months ago

Will there be a ‘Joker’ sequel? Joaquin Phoenix shares his thoughts

LA Times  

In all of his years of acting, stretching back to when he was 8 years old, Joaquin Phoenix has never done a sequel. “That’s ridiculous.” Movies ‘Joker’ ending explained: Director Todd Phillips on fan theories and open questions As the controversial new comic-book film ‘Joker’ hits theaters, director Todd Phillips delves into some of the film’s ambiguities. While they were …

Robert Pattinson on whether Joaquin Phoenix will play Joker in The Batman: 'It's kind of a different world'
5 years, 2 months ago

Robert Pattinson on whether Joaquin Phoenix will play Joker in The Batman: 'It's kind of a different world'

Firstpost  

Robert Pattinson’s The Batman is scheduled to hit the big screens on 25 June, 2021. Robert Pattinson says Matt Reeves’ The Batman is a different animal from the recent released Joker. It was recently announced The Batman will see Zoë Kravitz play Catwoman and Paul Dano will portray Edward Nashton aka The Riddler, and Jeffrey Wright is set to play …

Jared Leto’s Joker Tried to Foil Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker’s Fiendish Plot to Make a Movie About the Joker
5 years, 2 months ago

Jared Leto’s Joker Tried to Foil Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker’s Fiendish Plot to Make a Movie About the Joker

Slate  

Jingle bells, Batman smells, and Joker actor Jared Leto was so incensed at Warner Bros.’ plan to make a standalone movie about the Joker starring someone other than Jared Leto that he asked his then-music manager Irving Azoff to reach out to the studio’s parent company to get the film killed, according to the Hollywood Reporter. Leto’s feelings about Joker …

Joaquin Phoenix's Joker box office collection in India: Day 12
5 years, 2 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix's Joker box office collection in India: Day 12

India Today  

Joker is on fire. Joker, which witnessed a decent opening of Rs 5.15 crore on October 2, has now entered the Rs 50-crore club at the box office on Day 12. Here's the total box office collection of Joker from October 2 to October 13: Week 1: Day 1: Wednesday : Rs 5.15 crore Day 2: Thursday : Rs 3.35 …

Joker: A brilliant Joaquin Phoenix performance fails to redeem this confused, shallow origin story
5 years, 2 months ago

Joker: A brilliant Joaquin Phoenix performance fails to redeem this confused, shallow origin story

Firstpost  

In one of the most macabre scenes from the animated film The Killing Joke, based on Alan Moore and Brian Bolland’s graphic novel of the same name, we see the Joker putting on a song-and-dance for his captive, Commissioner James Gordon, at an abandoned circus. “When the world is full of care, and every headline screams despair/ When all is …

Confused about the ending of Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker? Director Todd Phillips (sort of) has answers
5 years, 3 months ago

Confused about the ending of Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker? Director Todd Phillips (sort of) has answers

Hindustan Times  

The recent comic book film Joker ends with the title character saying, “You won’t get it.” He could very well have been speaking to the audience. He might not even be the Joker.’ ” Several fan theories have found their way online, with many wondering if Phoenix is even playing the Joker at all. His last line in the movie …

Joaquin Phoenix's Joker is proof that looking beyond the DCEU may be a great idea for Warner Bros
5 years, 3 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix's Joker is proof that looking beyond the DCEU may be a great idea for Warner Bros

Firstpost  

Joker is a timely reminder that a comic book film can be enjoyable and engaging even when it isn’t linked to 20 other films and doesn’t have the fate of the entire world hanging in the balance. It’s a Pretty Bold Plan While the early results of this new direction are certainly promising, it’s not yet clear if — or …

Todd Phillips' Joker straddles genres of psychological realism and superhero fantasy — therein lies its flaw
5 years, 3 months ago

Todd Phillips' Joker straddles genres of psychological realism and superhero fantasy — therein lies its flaw

Firstpost  

The Joker is an extravagant character out of a cartoon strip and was perhaps correctly played by Jack Nicholson, but since then there has been a misunderstanding of the possibilities that the character offers The success of superhero franchises has seen them spun into numerous ancillary businesses. Todd Phillips’ Joker, for instance, takes the iconic Batman villain, gives him a …

Joaquin Phoenix surprises audience at Joker screening
5 years, 3 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix surprises audience at Joker screening

India TV News  

Actor Joaquin Phoenix surprised the audience at the screening of his latest, "Joker" in its opening weekend in Los Angeles. Dressed in a dark grey hoodie, Phoenix appeared in the theatre after the Todd Phillips-directed film was screened to meet fans at each cinema hall, answer questions, and click a few selfies. Joaquin Phoenix surprises audience at Joker screening Rated …

Joaquin Phoenix didn’t get along with Robert De Niro on Joker sets, says ‘I didn’t like to talk to him’
5 years, 3 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix didn’t get along with Robert De Niro on Joker sets, says ‘I didn’t like to talk to him’

Hindustan Times  

It wasn't all smooth sailing between actors Joaquin Phoenix and Robert De Niro on the sets of Joker. Actors Joaquin Phoenix and Robert De Niro attend the Joker premiere during the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival. Director Todd Phillips and Robert De Niro interact at the premiere of Joker at the Toronto International Film Festival. Joker features a new take …

Joker review: Powerful film stars a brooding performance from Joaquin Phoenix
5 years, 3 months ago

Joker review: Powerful film stars a brooding performance from Joaquin Phoenix

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The answer given in Todd Phillips’s ingenious new feature is Batman’s …

‘Joker’ ending explained: Director Todd Phillips on fan theories and open questions
5 years, 3 months ago

‘Joker’ ending explained: Director Todd Phillips on fan theories and open questions

LA Times  

When the words “The End” appear onscreen at the conclusion of “Joker,” that really is the end. “Me and Scott and Joaquin, we never talked about what he has — I never wanted to say, ‘He’s a narcissist and this and that,’ ” Phillips said. His last line in the movie is, ‘You wouldn’t get it.’ — Todd Phillips “Maybe …

Joker box office collection Day 1: Joaquin Phoenix film opens well
5 years, 3 months ago

Joker box office collection Day 1: Joaquin Phoenix film opens well

India Today  

Just when you thought that Marvel had decimated DC's future with Avengers Endgame this year, DC brought out the origin story of Batman's most mythologised villain, the Joker. Joker, starring Joaquin Phoenix, hit the screens in India yesterday, along with Hrithik Roshan-Tiger Shroff's War. Praising Phoenix's performance, she wrote, "The Joker is a one-man show, with extended cameos by Robert …

Joker movie review: Joaquin Phoenix mesmerises in Todd Phillips' entertaining but problematic treatment
5 years, 3 months ago

Joker movie review: Joaquin Phoenix mesmerises in Todd Phillips' entertaining but problematic treatment

Firstpost  

It seems like Joker is less an individual film and more an angry response to the drubbing the character received in the previous DCEU film. To some extent, the intent works in the film’s favour, and Joker indeed is a worthwhile entertaining experience in the cinemas – if you ignore its problematic politics, juvenile messaging and cringe-inducing lack of subtlety. …

Joker review: A (Joaquin) Phoenix from the ashes
5 years, 3 months ago

Joker review: A (Joaquin) Phoenix from the ashes

The Hindu  

Hurt people, hurt people. Set in decrepit Gotham, the film focuses on the life of Arthur Fleck, a wannabe stand-up comedian who’s never felt a moment of happiness in his entire life. Drawing cues from Martin Scorsese’s The King of Comedy — featuring Robert Di Nero as a mentally unstable comedian — Phillips’ use of tragic humour hits home immediately. …

A grin outlook: Rashid Irani reviews Joker
5 years, 3 months ago

A grin outlook: Rashid Irani reviews Joker

Hindustan Times  

JOKER Direction: Todd Phillips Actors: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz It’s the role of a lifetime. Now Joaquin Phoenix, unarguably one of the finest actors of the current generation, steals the thunder from his predecessors in this standalone reinvention of the titular anti-hero. Set in a nightmarish Gotham City circa the early 1980s, we are right away introduced …

Joker's Joaquin Phoenix and Todd Phillips address concerns over violence in new film
5 years, 3 months ago

Joker's Joaquin Phoenix and Todd Phillips address concerns over violence in new film

ABC  

The new Joker film has been criticised for its ultra-violent take on the superhero genre and has stirred fears of a real-life attack, but star Joaquin Phoenix and director Todd Phillips say they wanted it to be as realistic as possible. Key points: Joker has raised concerns around the "sympathetic" portrayal of a villain The US Army has issued a …

Before Joker with Joaquin Phoenix: How the iconic villain evolved over the years
5 years, 3 months ago

Before Joker with Joaquin Phoenix: How the iconic villain evolved over the years

India Today  

Eerie, dangerous and deranged---the Joker is easily one of the most iconic villains in DC history. And every actor from Cesar Romero in the 60's to Joaquin Phoenix in the upcoming film Joker,has brought something new to the character. Cesar Romero as the Joker JACK NICHOLSON IN BATMAN The Joker took a dark and sadistic turn with Jack Nicholson's portrayal …

Increased police protection for ‘Joker’ opening weekend by LAPD
5 years, 3 months ago

Increased police protection for ‘Joker’ opening weekend by LAPD

The Hindu  

The Los Angeles Police Department has decided to increase its visibility at cinema halls when Joker opens next week. The decision has been taken amid heightened law enforcement concern about the violence in the Todd Phillips-directed movie, featuring Joaquin Phoenix in the titular role. “The Los Angeles Police Department is aware of public concerns and the historical significance associated with …

Joaquin Phoenix reacts over question on \'Joker\' instigating violence
5 years, 3 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix reacts over question on \'Joker\' instigating violence

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington DC: American actor Joaquin Phoenix who is receiving appreciations for his role in the upcoming film 'Joker,' recently stepped away from an interview after he was asked about his film potentially inspiring violence. The role of the 44-year-old actor has been gaining rave reviews and high praise, including a surprising Golden Lion win at the Venice Film Festival last …

Joaquin Phoenix walks off "Joker" interview after question about film inciting violence
5 years, 3 months ago

Joaquin Phoenix walks off "Joker" interview after question about film inciting violence

Salon  

Joaquin Phoenix’s interview with The Telegraph film critic Robbie Collin has gone viral after the actor walked out of the discussion after being pressed to answer a question about whether or not his upcoming movie “Joker” will encourage people to become violent. Collin asked Phoenix if he worries “Joker” might “perversely end up inspiring exactly the kind of people it’s …

The new Joker movie provides a depressing glimpse at the future of cinema
5 years, 4 months ago

The new Joker movie provides a depressing glimpse at the future of cinema

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. While there are elements of Batman mythology on the film’s fringes, from its Gotham City …

Joker: Joaquin Phoenix movie gets eight-minute standing ovation at Venice premiere
5 years, 4 months ago

Joker: Joaquin Phoenix movie gets eight-minute standing ovation at Venice premiere

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Starring Joaquin Phoenix as Batman’s nemesis and directed by Todd Phillips, the new movie is …

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