Warner Bros. The highly anticipated sequel to Joaquin Phoenix’s Oscar-winning portrayal of the Clown Prince of Crime has finally dropped its first full-length trailer, revealing that Joker: Folie à Deux will indeed be a musical.
Again in April, the primary teaser trailer for “Joker 2,” or “Joker: Folie à Deux,” premiered globally, offering a first glimpse at Lady Gaga’s portrayal of Harley Quinn and hinting at its musical tone, contradicting previous reports that denied this aspect. Properly, Warner Bros. unveiled its primary full trailer. While Joaquin Phoenix’s singing abilities are impressive for most of the film, it appears that the initial musical allegations hold true; many movies opt out of marketing themselves as musicals to avoid alienating potential viewers. Take a look at the trailer yourself to see whether you think it will fully commit to the musical route.
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In the trailer’s narrative, it is revealed that Arthur Fleck, aka Joker, has been institutionalized at Arkham and is awaiting trial for his heinous crimes. While grappling with his dual identity, Arthur stumbles upon true love and uncovers the melodic harmony always resonating within. Can’t help but envision a cinematic musical masterpiece unfolding on screen? While it may be classified as one, the film appears poised to become a jukebox musical, utilizing pre-existing hits rather than original compositions crafted exclusively for the project.
While observing Arthur Fleck, also known as the Joker, during his incarceration at Arkham Asylum, a particular focus falls on Brendan Gleeson’s portrayal of a prison officer tasked with overseeing Arthur’s stay. The production’s dramatic tone is predictable, yet effective, featuring a mix of musical performances akin to Lady Gaga, accompanied by elaborate dance sequences and an abundance of violent chaos. They’ve finally got everything.
As the release date for Joker: Folie à Deux approaches, you won’t have much time left to test it out – the film hits cinemas on October 2.