Warner Bros. | Release Date: October 3, 2019
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chem11Oct 5, 2019
This film is nice reference to Scorsese’s film. Starting from screen play up to some visual decisions and composition. Some storylines are seems a bit spare to all story. They’re just for ( maybe) future connections to cinematic universe.This film is nice reference to Scorsese’s film. Starting from screen play up to some visual decisions and composition. Some storylines are seems a bit spare to all story. They’re just for ( maybe) future connections to cinematic universe. This is film of our time, contemporary. Scorsese never wouldn’t film something like this, but is it good? Expand
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elyoalejoOct 20, 2019
Trama compleja e interesante. Sobrevalorada por los medios. Le hace falta mucho.
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CristianfuentesDec 23, 2019
A depressing slog, a missed opportunity. Under developed and miscalculated plot, denigrates the black people too. As the only girl available to this psycho is indeed a black girl...
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ebelivetOct 8, 2019
Inutilmente manierista. Il regista ha vinto per il.solo fatto di avervi fatto vredere che sia un capolavoro cosa che non è. Insopportabile tutto questo type di fronte a qualcosa di normale.
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AaronB232Oct 11, 2019
Not very interesting. Cant see why people say its a great movie. Dont get me wrong it was good but only at the end of the movie.
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NicoleabigailOct 14, 2019
Found the film disturbing from start to finish, felt very uncomfortable with the constant laughter from the lead actor and felt it was all very forced. Very disappointed and bored throughout.
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Smithy88Nov 1, 2019
Absolute crap film it was boring and didn't need to be made!
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zoi1206ARCHOct 10, 2019
Offensive, disturbing, unrespectful to source material, misleading, disgusting, insulting for anyone struggling with mental health issues. Score: '0-need to get drunk before viewing so I can fall asleep during srcreening and until the end credits'
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pablo_delReyOct 3, 2019
Súper sobrevalorado, I thought that i was looking v de venganza the same history just with the joker. Con razón el nombre Joker because this **** is a good one
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Megajohn85Oct 3, 2019
A Martin Scorsese film with a Joker DLC skin slapped on. Hardly original. I know Phillips said King of Comedy and Taxi Driver were influences for the film but damn He really must be a lazy screenwriter/director because this film leans tooA Martin Scorsese film with a Joker DLC skin slapped on. Hardly original. I know Phillips said King of Comedy and Taxi Driver were influences for the film but damn He really must be a lazy screenwriter/director because this film leans too hard on trying to be a Scorsese film. Expand
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BartljaOct 26, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The only part of the entire film that makes sense is the credits. The storyline and script are horrendous. The acting is distasteful at best. Pheonix does try with the script but still he is very contradicting. It shows proof he has this illness, then he acts like he doesn’t, back and forth over the entire film. It’s awful, forgetful, and doesn’t make any attempt of continuing the story from previous installments besides attempting to show his Batman’s parents death which still directly contradicts what has been told since the beginning. Expand
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NearOct 8, 2019
Underwhelming. It is a really competent movie, the acting and musics are very solid. It's not about how it is done, it is about what it is done. It's a +2 hour movie that could have really been one hour and a half. I got bored halfwayUnderwhelming. It is a really competent movie, the acting and musics are very solid. It's not about how it is done, it is about what it is done. It's a +2 hour movie that could have really been one hour and a half. I got bored halfway through, which is a really bad sign. I get that this is an origin story, but I would have liked to see a little bit more of the Joker and less of Arthur. Expand
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BiologistOct 10, 2019
Dissatisfied with the story
The only actor in the film is Joker
Filmography is awful
Disappointed
Nothing special about the joker
If you watched the previous joke movies, you will know what would happen
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FelicityFenwickOct 3, 2019
What a buzzkill. You could hear a pindrop (and a few snores) in my theater. Why bother putting police officers at the exits of this movie when people are yawning on the way out? And why use Pink and Blue Boy in his apartment? oddWhat a buzzkill. You could hear a pindrop (and a few snores) in my theater. Why bother putting police officers at the exits of this movie when people are yawning on the way out? And why use Pink and Blue Boy in his apartment? odd choices. JP doesn't hold a candle to Ledger or Romero.... maybe a little better than Nicholson, but that movie sucked the big one. If the Academy awards this because of the hype after having face-palmed The Dark Knight, you'll know that that event isn't worthy watching again. Expand
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Romono1Oct 4, 2019
This movie was so bad don’t waste your money It’s nothing like The joker that were used to seeing. The outfit looks like he fell in a bucket of peach paint the make up he looks like he’s trying to audition for a job at McDonald’s this movieThis movie was so bad don’t waste your money It’s nothing like The joker that were used to seeing. The outfit looks like he fell in a bucket of peach paint the make up he looks like he’s trying to audition for a job at McDonald’s this movie was atrocious Expand
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KDEngiOct 5, 2019
The movie could have been condensed to about 20 minutes but was dragged out to the two hour mark so it could be considered a "movie"
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CounttkOct 5, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After sleeping well for 10 hours last night, this movie still made me sleepy the whole time. Boring is the only descriptive term that comes to my mind.... Expand
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SamhajibOct 6, 2019
The movie was so bad i heard the guy next me snoring .......................................?
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samcritic91Oct 12, 2019
Acting wise movie is awesome but it has no any ideal story.not even any morality...gives wrong msg to society and total nonsense theme of movie....for a normal viewer movie is may be between 5 to 6...but according a critic it should be below 3....
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Space84rmOct 5, 2019
Il film nel complesso e un bellissimo film ma perde nel momento in cui capisci che il titolo joker è stato dato semplicemente per riempire la sala, se togliervi le ultime due scene finali che lo ricollegano al mondo DC l'avrebbero potutoIl film nel complesso e un bellissimo film ma perde nel momento in cui capisci che il titolo joker è stato dato semplicemente per riempire la sala, se togliervi le ultime due scene finali che lo ricollegano al mondo DC l'avrebbero potuto chiamare in qualsiasi altro modo e avrebbe avuto lo stesso identico risultato. Ottima recitazione e fotografia. Expand
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tim27577Oct 5, 2019
Joker is a movie that thinks it has a lot to say and fancies itself The Social Commentary Of Our Time, but in reality it’s a mishmash of Hot Button Social Issues without anything interesting to say at all. So, in that respect, it’s theJoker is a movie that thinks it has a lot to say and fancies itself The Social Commentary Of Our Time, but in reality it’s a mishmash of Hot Button Social Issues without anything interesting to say at all. So, in that respect, it’s the perfect movie for 2019. Joker is our comeuppance. WAKE UP AMERICA! Expand
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ShahafOct 14, 2019
The characters isn’t there.. and it. Sad movie about white man being sad. With that being said the acting is amazing
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blacksunNov 11, 2019
Yes, Joaquin Phoenix is a great actor. Also, the direction and cinematography in this films is very good. But what's the takeaway here? The Joker is crazy. Yeah, we know. We knew that already. Joaquin Phoenix is a good actor? Yeah we knewYes, Joaquin Phoenix is a great actor. Also, the direction and cinematography in this films is very good. But what's the takeaway here? The Joker is crazy. Yeah, we know. We knew that already. Joaquin Phoenix is a good actor? Yeah we knew that also. If anything, it's an essay on mental illness. At a time when we need more compassion and resources towards mental illness, the film shocks the viewer in to out-right fearing it. Sure, maybe that's not the intention, but that's the result. Or maybe it's just a movie about a comic book character and I shouldn't take it so literally. Either way, it's not something I'd recommend to people, and I won't watch it again. In the end, it's just not fun. Go watch one of the many other (superior) Joaquin Phoenix films instead. Expand
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goikyOct 20, 2019
People praising this movie as the movie of the year or will be talked about for decades could not be sucking Todd Phillip's dick more. The story and pacing drags, gets boring at times, and although the final act is great the build up isn'tPeople praising this movie as the movie of the year or will be talked about for decades could not be sucking Todd Phillip's dick more. The story and pacing drags, gets boring at times, and although the final act is great the build up isn't worth it. There are some scenes and little choices that make you appreciate the thought that went into this movie, but those moments are scarce and like looking for a needle in a haystack. Phoenix's performance may save this film from getting any lower than it got, but as a Joker fan it's just straight up disappointing to watch. I would not watch it again! It genuinely makes me sad because this movie has a lot of potential but it just fails so spectacularly that it's hard to watch or think about. I like Joker (the character) a lot. Possibly my favorite villain of all time. This movie? Sucks. Expand
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HotpoyOct 30, 2019
Not interesting, a failed attempt to explain the Joker's sick mind. They passed away.
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skaz001Oct 6, 2019
A sickening movie with a great actor. If you like disturbing, ugly, sick storylines, here's the one for you. It portrays mental illness in a way that is very sad and untrue. Sick.
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Sargeth06Oct 4, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Boring movie, and very very slow, its painfull to watch
The only good, the credits
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UtrexxxOct 3, 2019
Very very bad movie
Mediocre acting
Bad directing awful script
Big buzz with a big fail
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TVJerryOct 8, 2019
Joaquin Phoenix is the latest prominent actor to put their twisted spin on the Batman villain.This version takes a look into the genesis of the notorious psychopath. He works as a clown by day, while aspiring to be a stand-up comic. ManyJoaquin Phoenix is the latest prominent actor to put their twisted spin on the Batman villain.This version takes a look into the genesis of the notorious psychopath. He works as a clown by day, while aspiring to be a stand-up comic. Many blows (both physical and mental) conspire to create the twisted soul that evolves. Phoenix goes all out, creating a creepy character without much empathy. More important, this film is a profile of a disturbed mind, not the typical DC Comic adventure. There's no "action" and a few flashes of violence, but MANY more moments of the actor working hard for his Oscar. Unfortunately, the movie's script and overall vibe downgrade it from being brilliant or even mildly compelling to mostly insufferable. Expand
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AAguil00Oct 5, 2019
A great work of art and cinema. Emotional, great performances, a journey into madness that challenges the viewer.
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Elroysmith8888Oct 4, 2019
Puts the JOKE in Joker. Wow, edgy..terrible movie !!!! 0/10 for sure. Yikes.
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kuhl99Oct 5, 2019
I can't believe that anyone thinks the Joker is this pathetic! How did DC say this was good enough to release? This was terrible from the announcement to the trailers to the final release! Read your favorite Joker comic, play the ArkhamI can't believe that anyone thinks the Joker is this pathetic! How did DC say this was good enough to release? This was terrible from the announcement to the trailers to the final release! Read your favorite Joker comic, play the Arkham Asylum video game and be thankful that you missed this piece of trash! Expand
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JohnDaniel223Oct 8, 2019
Based on its own merits, this movie is actually very boring an cliched. If you have seen taxi driver, you have already seen a much better version of this movie.
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RyconOct 3, 2019
Authentic Joker portrayal that seemed more like Hitchcock than a DC universe. Dark tones pulled me into Joker’s free fall into madness. Phoenix deserves an Oscar...as well as other actors in the movie..DeNiro! This movie is just lights outAuthentic Joker portrayal that seemed more like Hitchcock than a DC universe. Dark tones pulled me into Joker’s free fall into madness. Phoenix deserves an Oscar...as well as other actors in the movie..DeNiro! This movie is just lights out dark; Phoenix is emaciated and haunted by psychotic delusions; his reality is not reliable...not funny...theater was quiet...wow..it’s a dark uncharacteristic Hitchcock movie in a DC universe Expand
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nateconn92Oct 13, 2019
Joker was a disappointing movie. The origin story was not interesting. I could not find myself caring at all about the Joker. I do not recommend seeing this movie.
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MuhammadElOrabiOct 13, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good acting but with an empty story , expected events and overdrawn direction
Totally I didn't enjoy although the high quality in the movie
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Tucker53Oct 13, 2019
This movie was nothing like described. Very slow, no action for about half the movie. The ending was horrible. This movie was nothing like u would you would think a "Joker" movie would be.
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JerryTyOct 15, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Inconsistent with the movie itself and other Batman movies. Pathetic reasons to build the character that would make the joker the formidable enemy he is supposed to be. Bad sense ofexcusing his killing spring. Expand
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ClevelandOct 26, 2019
It was bad from beginning to end. Only a few funny parts. And the critics even got the score right
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DavinchiNov 4, 2019
Slow film. And dangerous for some insane persons. However, Joaquín Phonix Is The best of The film. There are so much better films.
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MatteoJeanOct 4, 2019
A trivial shallow film. It's basically a comedy that fails to become a drama, the dramatic and suspenful parts are pure trash. Bad dialogues, bad direction--I could barely understand what was happening--and lots of plot holes. Plus, as aA trivial shallow film. It's basically a comedy that fails to become a drama, the dramatic and suspenful parts are pure trash. Bad dialogues, bad direction--I could barely understand what was happening--and lots of plot holes. Plus, as a graduated person in Psychology, I have to say this film is all we are afraid of. Mental illness is a issue and I want movies to deal with this theme, but not in this shallow way Expand
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User6IOct 4, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I wanted for this movie to be great, it could have been good, instead it was almost too boring ,being saved by it's confusing plot. I understood what it wanted to portray. Unfortunately all the numerous great things about this movie didn't helped. The movie didn't need more action, it could have been even more chaotic and confusing, but even as it is, it needed something "violent" or something special at the beginning that would have kept me invested.The IP has so much potential, the movie could have been going in so many directions...
Arthur is not or it is a tragic and very unLUCKY man and that's ok but not very interesting... One important note here is my problem with the conclusion of this story: how is this weak and sick man supposed to be the antagonist of batman or even of a policeman. Such a disappointment.
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CriticbballOct 6, 2019
Фильм скучный, единственное что порадовала актерская игра Хоакинс... Фильм не возможно смотреть не держать в руках телефон, ведь этот линейный "проект" Ужасно скучный и поистине уебешный. Во время просмотра я просто хотел уйти и посмотретьФильм скучный, единственное что порадовала актерская игра Хоакинс... Фильм не возможно смотреть не держать в руках телефон, ведь этот линейный "проект" Ужасно скучный и поистине уебешный. Во время просмотра я просто хотел уйти и посмотреть дома, с промежутками в несколько дней, верните мои 270 рублей за мое потраченное время и эти муки при просмотре этого говна Expand
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moviemitch96Oct 4, 2019
Given my constant disappointment with most of DC's films recently, I was skeptical from the get go about this film. I'm definitely burnt out on origin stories lately, and furthermore, I've always liked Joaquin Phoenix as an actor, but IGiven my constant disappointment with most of DC's films recently, I was skeptical from the get go about this film. I'm definitely burnt out on origin stories lately, and furthermore, I've always liked Joaquin Phoenix as an actor, but I wasn't too sure if he'd have what it takes to get this iconic role just right, something only 'The Dark Knight's' Heath Ledger has managed to do so far in my opinion. After seeing this... I can confidently say that I really could've done without this film. I found myself thoroughly unimpressed with just about every scene, moment, etc. The entire film felt sleazy to a fault, seeming content to wallow in its own filth and misery. In addition, the film definitely seemed like it was short on ideas, which would explain why half the film seemingly consisted of scenes of Phoenix doing nothing but dancing, laughing manically, and acting like a fool. It really felt like nothing more than an excuse for him to act like his usual weird self for two long hours. For those hoping that he'd live up to the hype that he supposedly surpasses Ledger's performance as the Joker, in my eyes, it's no contest. Ledger is still far and out the superior performance. I could tell Phoenix was having fun with his take on the character, but that's about it. Overall, not only did this film feel quite unnecessary, to me, it was also self-pitying and forgettable. Expand
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RaytheOct 4, 2019
It is nothing but a bore and is hiding behind the fame of ledgers joker the influence of taxi driver and the Phau intellectualism of a first year philosophy major at college the cinematography and acting is good though.
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Farwell3dOct 6, 2019
Very good lead performance + very mediocre script + a good cast + boring direction + good cinematography = the most over hyped 6/10 movie ever.
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EumermoOct 9, 2019
Atuação excepcional, imagem excepcional, roteiro muito bem feito, história foge do clichê, é extremamente bom
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kotlohOct 20, 2019
Я настолько запутался в отношении к этому фильму, что просто напишу юмореску:
Физики-ядерщики шутят: "К лицам, проживающим в радиусе 20 км от места взрыва обращаться с приставкой "пошёл нахуй", в радиусе 10 км — "что ты здесь делаешь, ты что,
Я настолько запутался в отношении к этому фильму, что просто напишу юмореску:
Физики-ядерщики шутят: "К лицам, проживающим в радиусе 20 км от места взрыва обращаться с приставкой "пошёл нахуй", в радиусе 10 км — "что ты здесь делаешь, ты что, ебанутый?", в радиусе 5 км — "от тебя гавной воняет, даже из телефона чую"
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ANTILORDOct 5, 2019
It's a waste. It's a rubbish and **** Most failure movie of i watch. I'm so unhappy
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seogyeOct 8, 2019
Есть на руси такая пословица - смех без причины - признак дурачины. В общем не понимаю что все так восхищаются этим фильмом. Джокер в вселенной ДС - это криминальный гений, который просчитывает на 10 шагов вперед. Тут этим и не пахнет, этоЕсть на руси такая пословица - смех без причины - признак дурачины. В общем не понимаю что все так восхищаются этим фильмом. Джокер в вселенной ДС - это криминальный гений, который просчитывает на 10 шагов вперед. Тут этим и не пахнет, это скорей медицинский фильм про историю болезни. Замените джокера любым другим персонажем, я имею в виду, например, на Петю, или Машу, то фильм нисколько не поменяется. Будет в кадре бегать Петя или Маша или Джокер, смысл не поменяется. Expand
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ezerivasOct 26, 2019
Waste of time and money to make sure that you are not the only one who is not in the same place as you are now and you are not the only one who can make you feel better
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RwolfBonerushOct 6, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly this is a mess of a film, extremely predictable plot and cringe worthy moments though out the film. Movie goes dark for the sake of dark without every really having a reason why. Expand
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mega_manoyOct 5, 2019
Very boring not interesting. Every moment that I was watching was pure pain.
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aaaaaastridOct 7, 2019
I dont get the point of making this really sick movie. This is movie is so dark and upsetting
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PANCHO_SANSANov 11, 2019
This film is exactly as bad as I thought it would be. It's a great performance for Phoenix but nothing else good can be said about the movie. It is not a comic book movie or even a movie about the character, I didn't find it funny orThis film is exactly as bad as I thought it would be. It's a great performance for Phoenix but nothing else good can be said about the movie. It is not a comic book movie or even a movie about the character, I didn't find it funny or entertaining. Frankly it's just a mindless blockbuster, it does not provoke thought nor does it have any true commentary. It's made to be edgy but lacks any true substance. Expand
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MikeskOct 10, 2019
Movie that pays too much attention to psycho. Not much of good role models, and a lot of bad models. It is promotion of bad character traits.
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X-men1995FringeOct 6, 2019
Piece of **** ! Psychotic movie... about a Psychokiller, the movie tries to make you emphatize with a Psycho serial killer.
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ishan139Oct 7, 2019
Everyone is talking about nominating Joaquin phoenix for Oscar but he has not done anything great apart from brayying and delivering flat dialogues. No one can replace Heath ledger's performance! The story doesn't have much to surprise youEveryone is talking about nominating Joaquin phoenix for Oscar but he has not done anything great apart from brayying and delivering flat dialogues. No one can replace Heath ledger's performance! The story doesn't have much to surprise you and infact there is no story at all. It is all about narcissism, gluttony and psychofanaticism. Expand
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NekatorOct 15, 2019
Horrible dissapointment as a Batman or Comic movie at all... in the end it´s a mediocre, overhyped drama about a sick psycho loser.
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MindSleep2Oct 7, 2019
Это либо плохой фильм по мотивам комиксов, либо плохой фильм про псих больного без учёта комиксов, со вселенной бэтмена не стыкуется, а сам по себе фильм не о чем, вообще, все поведение джокера объясняется тем что он псих. Никакого раскрытияЭто либо плохой фильм по мотивам комиксов, либо плохой фильм про псих больного без учёта комиксов, со вселенной бэтмена не стыкуется, а сам по себе фильм не о чем, вообще, все поведение джокера объясняется тем что он псих. Никакого раскрытия больше ни джокера ни его окружения более чем парой фраз. Картинка красивая, актёры играют, но что и зачем? А зачем пр думывать если джокер псих Expand
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thabudOct 7, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Greatly shot greatly acted but the plot becomes horrid after first half, basically becomes a comicbook movie :) Expand
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Samy7Oct 7, 2019
Glorifying a SuperVillain isnt OK. DCEU is the worst. Its trying to pull strings to keep itself alive. Heath Will always be the best potryal of Joker. Withput the Obvious Glorification.
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RTMOct 4, 2020
Much better than a typical comic book movie in that it delves into the human psyche of madness and the slow descent of Arthur. A refreshing take on the genre. A really well done movie in many ways. I wish more of these characters had a backMuch better than a typical comic book movie in that it delves into the human psyche of madness and the slow descent of Arthur. A refreshing take on the genre. A really well done movie in many ways. I wish more of these characters had a back story looking into what their mindset was as they transformed into what we know them to be today. Expand
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Nemo888Mar 27, 2020
A mash up of Taxi Driver, King of Comedy, Batman and a Fellini movie. I approve.
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HeaviermetalOct 6, 2019
Just the type of departure needed, enjoyed every minute of Joker. Masterful filmmaking.
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doodlermanOct 14, 2019
Few films have left me so shaken. I didn't think Todd Phillips was capable of something like this.
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fbnaulinOct 4, 2019
Great background for the character to develope, sadly, director and writers didn't know what to do when the story needed to keep going. Every scene and dialog in the second half makes you feel idiot or ashamed, due to its simplicity, idiocy,Great background for the character to develope, sadly, director and writers didn't know what to do when the story needed to keep going. Every scene and dialog in the second half makes you feel idiot or ashamed, due to its simplicity, idiocy, and unbelief. Flashback sequences are the worst offender. Expand
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LuciusMcGibbonJan 13, 2020
A challenging character exploration executed with a deft hand. A lot of movies will waste your time. This movie will not. End of review.
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C3realkillahOct 19, 2019
Believe the hype this film is a masterpiece. I've always loved the joker so I was extremely excited and had high hopes for this one. I'm happy to say it was damn sure worth it. Joaquin pheonix does the character pure justice. His performanceBelieve the hype this film is a masterpiece. I've always loved the joker so I was extremely excited and had high hopes for this one. I'm happy to say it was damn sure worth it. Joaquin pheonix does the character pure justice. His performance is Oscar worthy. It's a bit slow start and if you go in thinking it's a full blown marvel style action movie you're gonna be disappointed. It's a drama thriller and a near perfect one. If you've seen films like taxi driver or king of comedy you will love this film. I really want to see a sequel but it ended perfectly so I wouldn't mind if it was a one and done film. It's excellent cinema go watch it! Expand
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AlphabravaOct 12, 2019
Another thumbs up here. Why on earth is there a media backlash? If they think this movie is going to be responsible for “copycat” people are they the same people that think GTA and computer games are responsible for society’s problems? Or theAnother thumbs up here. Why on earth is there a media backlash? If they think this movie is going to be responsible for “copycat” people are they the same people that think GTA and computer games are responsible for society’s problems? Or the Beatles? This is a film. It’s nothing new, but it’s something great. Chill out and enjoy it. Expand
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zMoondanceROct 18, 2019
One of the best movies in years. Superb acting, cinematography and score. The movie leaves you reflecting on many things for days.
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Babak_JOct 19, 2019
Nothing short of a masterpiece. There is no point in comparing Joaquin Phenix to Heath Ledger, both had their on take on the character and the movies are vastly different.
But nonetheless, this is one of the greatest performances captured on film.
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mbeckfordOct 18, 2020
Joaquin Phoenix transforms into a new, original take on the Joker adding another great addition to probably the best arch-villain icon.
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lager96Jul 15, 2020
Joker was a movie that a lot of the mainstream media wanted to fail or cause a horrible act of violence. It ended up being a social commentary on what violence and mental illness, that left untreated, can lead to a disaster. While it may beJoker was a movie that a lot of the mainstream media wanted to fail or cause a horrible act of violence. It ended up being a social commentary on what violence and mental illness, that left untreated, can lead to a disaster. While it may be heavy handed and rather surface level at times the last 20min of the movie are great and make everything that came before worth it. There are many moments throughout the film that are also memorable and will stick with me for along time to come. Expand
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dadamovskyOct 16, 2019
Do not watch this movie as a typical Batman continuity piece, featuring a typical Batman continuity dilemma. What this movie should be perceived as is a plain and simple reflection of the f*** up society ganging up on everyone, who are easyDo not watch this movie as a typical Batman continuity piece, featuring a typical Batman continuity dilemma. What this movie should be perceived as is a plain and simple reflection of the f*** up society ganging up on everyone, who are easy to prey on. Which is... the everyday reality all around the globe, across all skin colors, sexual orientation, political stance, and whatnot. You feel disgusted? You feel uneasy? Good, you should be. That's the bloody point! Expand
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TelemanDec 12, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just note down the clowns responsible for the metacritic score and make sure everyone ignores them to bankruptcy. Perhaps then they will feel the need to shoot privileged a.s,s.h,o.l,e.s such as themselves. Expand
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pjano1Nov 29, 2019
Definitely my favourite movie of 2019 and a real masterpiece of acting and story
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CitizenTitusDec 1, 2019
I think some people in the theater, okay most of the people, were confused why I was laughing. Well they will all get the joke one day.
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danielr125Nov 26, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best movie in the world !!! Metacritic 59 re you crazy!!! I think the critic is really bad this movie is really asom i love it !!! Expand
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death12123Jun 10, 2020
I'm just gonna say this as my review. The critics this time are wrong. Trust me, you'll love it regardless if you grew up with DC Comics or watching the shoes. It's great standalone.
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vitortfvDec 16, 2020
The film portrays not only the creation of a "villain", but also the loneliness of a person who wanted to be seen and respected, and how he had to revolutionize to get what he wanted.
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AoneDec 19, 2019
An inconvenient mirror to reflect our reality. Joker is people's madness and persons' fear.
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Meth-dudeOct 13, 2019
Supported by an interesting story, good cinematography, a fun soundtrack and an absolutely mesmerizing performance by Joaquin Phoenix, Joker is a more than decent origin movie. It's no masterpiece, but it's worth watching if you're a joker fan.
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ismacinefiloOct 5, 2019
The more you think about thus movie the more you'll appreciate the experience.
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SamWitOct 13, 2019
It's great. The film that really deserves to be called with a Joker logo. Watch it guys.
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grandtheftzachOct 16, 2019
Masterpiece!! The media hates that it’s been so successful! Phoenix gives one of the best acting performances of all time!
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Brent_MarchantOct 4, 2019
Despite a mostly solid (though occasionally hammy) performance by Joaquin Phoenix and an excellent production design, this much-awaited origin story about Batman's vile nemesis falls short on a number of other levels. Problems with unevenDespite a mostly solid (though occasionally hammy) performance by Joaquin Phoenix and an excellent production design, this much-awaited origin story about Batman's vile nemesis falls short on a number of other levels. Problems with uneven pacing, mishandled back story revelations, heavy-handed sociopolitical allegories, excessive narrative elements, violence bordering on gratuitous and plot holes aplenty all conspire to weaken an otherwise-ambitious story aimed at taking the comic book genre in a new direction. What's more, the film features an ending that's out of place compared to the apparent climax that preceded it. And then there are derivative elements taken almost verbatim from a variety of other pictures, including "Falling Down," "Network" and "The King of Comedy," among others. But what's perhaps most distressing is the message the film sends, one that's dangerous, even if accurate in its depiction of the state of affairs in the US today. What this film gets right is impressive, but, unfortunately, there's not enough of that compared the package overall. Expand
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pdesaab07Oct 16, 2019
I don't understand all the fuss around this movie : the criticism of our society through its violence etc etc ... It's a take on the origin of a famous villain in comics.. not bamby... what were expecting, the Note Book ! Yes it takesI don't understand all the fuss around this movie : the criticism of our society through its violence etc etc ... It's a take on the origin of a famous villain in comics.. not bamby... what were expecting, the Note Book ! Yes it takes inspiration of today's news like many movies took inspiration of their present. Is it the movie of the century ? No. Is it a really good movie ? Yes. Phoenix delivers once again (but he's been an amazing actor for a long time !). Todd Phillips came a long way from Very Bad Trip (which was also neurotic and chaotic ... so maybe he was the right director !). The rest of the cast is solid but not a lot of on-screen time (but hey, the movie is about one person).

The script, the music, the picture, there are really no false note ! My biggest thumbs up is to have re-imagined a story many times told in an intelligent way. We all know who is Joker and what he'll be... still, we spend the movie stressed by the built up. Go see it, it's worth it.
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BFMDec 9, 2019
We need more movies like this.
A middle finger to happy endings and PG13.
A new era for WB has begun.
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Gods_Son23Oct 5, 2019
58 from 'critics'? I nearly fell off my chair, although I shouldn't have been too surprised considering the age we live in. The people in charge of this site need to stop taking some of these 'critics' into account. Todd moved from making58 from 'critics'? I nearly fell off my chair, although I shouldn't have been too surprised considering the age we live in. The people in charge of this site need to stop taking some of these 'critics' into account. Todd moved from making comedies because of the 'woke' culture complaining about everything and a similar thing has happened here. It's an enjoyable movie, stop politicizing it. Expand
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nickdosOct 16, 2019
What do you get when you cross a mentally ill loner with a society that abandons him and treats him like trash?
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Skullcrusher42Oct 19, 2019
First off - **** you Stephanie from TiMe MaGAzInE. Why are you so salty in your review? You need to sit back and review yourself honestly. Joaquin’s performance was immersive as always. I liked the movie. It’s pretty much what you’d expectFirst off - **** you Stephanie from TiMe MaGAzInE. Why are you so salty in your review? You need to sit back and review yourself honestly. Joaquin’s performance was immersive as always. I liked the movie. It’s pretty much what you’d expect from the trailers so if you’re already triggered by those I’d advise you not to see it. Once you realize it’s just a movie though it’s pretty damn good. Also, no this movie is not going to “make people act like the joker” wtf? Whoever says that is retarded. The only people “acting like the joker” are mentally ill people and I’m sorry to break it to you but a movie will not give you a mental illness. Expand
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ohnomrbillOct 15, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. loved this powerful movie only until it was not clear what was really happening and what was only in his mind. they sabotage most of the action by suggesting much of it was possibly in his overactive imagination, WTF? sorry, for me, that killed the movie. Expand
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Brunnogamer325Oct 12, 2019
Of course this is not a perfect movie, but it's definitely worth seeing! Joaquin Phoenix acting is genious!
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NestrioOct 18, 2019
Joker is an incredibly twisted and gritty movie about the tragic story of Arthur Fleck, a man who is constantly challenged by the society he lives in and goes on a dark path because of his countless misfortunes. The film's cinematography,Joker is an incredibly twisted and gritty movie about the tragic story of Arthur Fleck, a man who is constantly challenged by the society he lives in and goes on a dark path because of his countless misfortunes. The film's cinematography, acting and visuals are excellent, together along with the mesmerizing score. It is also a great character study of a mentally ill man who struggles with how he's mistreated on a daily basis and humiliated in the worst ways possible, whilst taking care of his sick mother. It may not be wholly original, however it pushes the industry to a new level of cinematography and storytelling. Expand
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RalfbergsDec 18, 2019
The movie itself was good but I didn't find it as great as many say like being one of the greatest movies this year. It was good but the story seemed a bit predictable and for me also missing some action. Good movie though
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Folky63Dec 7, 2019
This is the best thing I’ve ever seen in 20 years. No black “good guy”, no “strong woman”, no homosexuality.
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fluffehJun 23, 2020
Joker is one of those rare movies that my only regret in watching it is that I can never watch it again for the first time.
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samuelrwOct 8, 2019
It's not the movie everyone is hyping it up to be, but it is quite easily worth a watch.
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StenbockenSep 18, 2020
Outstanding! If DC bought and continued this arch from WB they actually could have a chance at Marvel.
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