Joker 2: Musical Mayhem with Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix

Fans and audiences all over were excited when the movie trailer for "Joker: Folie à Deux" first arrived!

It had an amazing duo as it starred Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga along with director Todd Phillips. It looks like everyone really has something in common! A new vision of a character that could only mean more excitement as this DC Comics universe brings in characters fans love.

Why Joker 2 Isn’t Really A Musical:

There were all these big ideas and promises. Everyone had some questions, but not necessarily from what this show looks like! Fans who watched this movie, are not quite as convinced as they were when the first one dropped!

This newest version, a follow-up, features all kinds of elements that would give people an impression it is truly a musical. The real reason behind all the discussions comes from the "jukebox musical" in Joker 2! Many were looking forward to this kind of musical but, it seems not everyone got what they expected!

When Lady Gaga was talking about the project at the Venice Film Festival in September 2024, the details weren't exactly what fans thought they'd hear!

Gaga suggested the movie had an unusual, fresh way to include the musical. That doesn't mean they didn't like it, she simply hinted it might be unique. But with those kinds of expectations, the music might be off putting, as it's meant to really pull viewers in.

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Musicals Are For Expressing Feelings

Lee Quinzel/Harley Quinn (Lady Gaga) and Arthur Fleck/Joker (Joaquin Phoenix) looking into each other's eyes with passion in Joker: Folie à Deux Image

It's as if these stars thought the best way to express their thoughts and emotions was not through regular dialog! They didn't shy away from singing.

They are bringing you a new kind of musical experience! If that wasn't enough! There are some interesting facts to uncover.
The songs aren't just put there in an exciting or dramatic fashion! It may make you stop and really take a second look! It really might come off as not entirely what we are used to, especially when it comes to singing those melodies! The approach for this film might be to have those musical numbers reflect what those on set call a more "cerebral" side of the story. In other words, they really focused on the mental processes and what those mental moments meant. What really made these musical elements fascinating. A lot of those numbers come into play as Arthur (the main character) is thinking in his own mind and at certain points! Those emotions of Arthur come to the surface.

There's a chance you will love it and think the song and dance are really incredible!

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Some Amazing Songs

Harley Quinn and Joker from Joker: Folie à Deux (2024) above a background of dollar bills Image

Fans of the movie and the Musical numbers are definitely interested in which songs they decided to include!

They took some really well-known tracks.

"For Once in My Life"
"When You're Smiling"
"Gonna Build A Mountain"
"The Joker"
"That's Life"

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More About The Movie

The silhouettes of Harley Quinn and Joker about to kiss in Joker: Folie à Deux Image

For anyone who wants to explore, "Joker: Folie à Deux" isn't all about the music but is something a little different.

Phoenix and Gaga bring out this connection through songs.
The scenes are often super engaging as they use their music and dance as their key forms of expression!

While the music is very special, Lady Gaga and other members who worked on the movie still seemed to push back a bit when describing "Joker: Folie à Deux. But for any lover of the musical genre, it is certainly interesting to see where this goes.

With the performances! You may be excited at times because they're truly memorable.

Phoenix even gets a "The Joker" track! Fans are still talking about the final scene and the special song that takes you all the way!
It seems these moments make it feel as if the filmmakers are leaning into that fun musical elements. But this could have been done in a different manner.

It seems that those who created the movie thought that this would just be something special! But "Joker: Folie à Deux might be one that people have differing opinions on!

Even with some truly amazing moments the box office numbers have shown that it's an incredibly divided film, which will spark so many more conversations.

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Should You Watch It?

Arthur Fleck smiles with red lipstick on his face and Harley Quinn smokes next to Joker in Joker Folie a Deux Image

So many of us have seen how great Phoenix was and will certainly enjoy this series. But what about this music, and these numbers? Those may leave you with something you are not anticipating and a different kind of journey.

Those who love the musical are sure to be amazed by Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix performances in "Joker: Folie à Deux."!
For those who have an expectation about this musical, maybe a more "classic musical" feel, there's a chance they will be let down!

The final Musical act will be the best way to decide, especially as it gets a little less entertaining. This isn't just about having an interesting perspective as a film! Fans are certainly having differing feelings about this unique new project.

If you have had a chance to watch this movie! Make sure to let me know in the comments what your biggest take away was. While fans get their taste of the new movie, for all fans of "Joker" and the great stories in the DC universe! It's a fresh look at the character of the Joker, and one that is truly wild! It looks like you can catch this one in theatres!

This DC Comics Universe and its many Movies really shows that fans will keep searching to explore all that's possible and these types of stories are what bring people together for generations.