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Joker: Folie a Deux - Reality vs. Fantasy, Delusions & Dance!

Joker was a hit back in 2019 and now the movie is back to continue this intense psychological and musical masterpiece with "Joker: Folie a Deux!" What truly makes this film so interesting, is how we're given insight into a character, "Arthur Fleck," as he descends further into insanity.

A Mind On a Journey-

We are constantly watching Arthur on a complex, incredible and truly entertaining trip with many moving and haunting events that question everything you are watching! You might wonder if the line between reality and Arthur Fleck's imagination can be seen as he shares a delusion with the amazing, and well-loved Harley Quinn.

As the film continues the events of the first film and this amazing musical-heavy experience begins to unfold. This is definitely going to be one that has some interesting moments, in particular, the musical sequences and dance scenes that will grab your attention! And will keep viewers coming back for more.

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Unveiling The Deceptions:

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Here are a few moments where it's truly difficult to discern what is really taking place in "Joker: Folie a Deux." Are we watching scenes in the real world or some amazing fantasy! There are moments, where the writers are playing with the audience to bring this truly strange experience into a compelling film.

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An Intense Scene At Arkham:

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A key moment in the show gives us insight into "Arthur Fleck's" mindset. One of the scenes has him surrounded by "black umbrellas" and while he's in "Arkham Asylum" these umbrellas then change! They transform into a super colorful bunch of umbrellas.

  • You see these as a visual sign, and these colors were even inspired by "Arthur's infamous red suit.

As the scene shows his transformation back to the well known, super interesting character. You see this visual change with all the color, reminding the audience about how real his struggles and mental state really is.

There is also a message about how Arthur Fleck is trying to run from a bleak and uninspired place! All of that points to the fact that he is escaping into his mind, an incredible scene that only he might be experiencing.

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Harley Quinn and a Difficult Situation-

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The audience and Arthur Fleck have been on this crazy ride, together, as we delve deep into one of the darkest moments!

In one scene in "Joker: Folie a Deux,", "Arthur Fleck" is left with a cold reality in solitary confinement but it doesn't end there.

  • Harley Quinn makes an unexpected appearance and shows up with the desire to spend time together, she brings to mind how incredible a relationship this might be, even as things become a lot more intense.
  • What may look very romantic, also highlights a super creepy, disturbing scene! As they share intimacy and she helps Arthur apply make-up! We have to question everything, and ponder!
  • Is this really happening? You see, solitary confinement should not have a situation like this!
  • We really can't forget about what these characters are struggling with, especially their delusions that bind them together, we can come to terms with this.

What they are going through is incredibly fascinating to consider and it makes viewers really consider the possibilities, but really gives viewers the idea that it was all imagined by Arthur Fleck as he longs to share that moment of intimacy.

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Musical Scenes

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The musical numbers, especially these brightly-lit stages and an audience, with some awesome dance sequences. The incredible and vibrant production of these musicals seems as if it is taking a moment to get away from a harsh and cruel reality. But what really sets this up? They really are symbolic and bring a feeling of joy to these performances, where viewers have an idea that it is all a coping mechanism for these characters.

It looks as if "Joker: Folie a Deux," will deliver those incredible, super memorable and exciting events!

And then this film ends with a special twist. This scene shows the importance of a musical score and what this music might mean.

  • As we dive in, a haunting musical sequence of the cello really starts to build!

Fans will realize just how great the whole experience is when they watch! The amazing moment in this film is that we see Harley Quinn taking the stage. And you see the entire dance routine.

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