Joker 2 Reviews Are Mixed, but Sing the Praises of Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga
Similar to a case of two-sided madness, also known as “folie à deux” in French, the initial reactions to the film “Joker: Folie à Deux” are divided. The movie featuring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga premiered at the 81st Venice Film Festival on Wednesday, marking the unveiling of director Todd Phillips’ sequel to the 2019 “Joker”. Following the festival’s artistic director, Alberto Barbera, calling the sequel “daring,” “darker,” and “completely different” from its predecessor, the reviews appear consistent: the second installment is a blend of praise and criticism, despite standout performances by Academy Award winners Phoenix and Gaga