Joker: Folie à Deux - The Moment Arthur Fleck Kissed Ricky & What it Means

With the release of the newest film Joker: Folie à Deux, which takes place after the massive 2019 hit "Joker" film, we learn that there is more going on in Arthur Fleck's mind! With this, it comes to a mind bending reality in a film filled with twists! Even though this show continues to make its way to audiences everywhere, a moment that is sure to stand out for anyone watching this, is Arthur Fleck's kissing of a fellow inmate named Ricky!

An Unexpected Twist:

While audiences have seen "Joker: Folie à Deux, fans still have been talking about how surprising this film was and the heart-pounding emotional moments it brought!

Arthur Fleck, played once again by Joaquin Phoenix. And the "Joker" who everyone knows has gone through incredible, complex emotions, and really makes this a truly special role! In this DC Universe creation, we learn how his personality evolves with the events of this newest iteration. The director Todd Phillips has continued to expand and share the many elements of "Arthur Fleck"! This is a man in deep crisis with an extraordinary arc of moments!

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A Shocking Moment With Ricky:

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The latest film features an important relationship with Ricky. What makes this character so memorable and mysterious is that we've never seen him in the DC Comic's Universe.

It seems that his relationship, which looks to have been something positive "Arthur Fleck", who everyone knows, and "Joker". In an emotional moment during "Joker: Folie à Deux," a big turning point happens with Arthur!

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The Moment of Truth

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"Joker, at his point of extreme desperation as an inmate is a man in crisis!
The moment comes when he's in the yard!
And while it seems random Ricky, the inmate, is encouraged to give him a peck!

It may be a random moment but "Arthur Fleck does what's expected of him! We get a look into what truly seems to make "Joker" who he really is.

If you pay close attention. You will notice, Arthur, who looks to have become a much more broken person in prison. He doesn't give any response. Arthur, is ready to move past any real life connection.

It is more about just giving people what they want. In this dark, desperate time.

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Understanding the Importance of Ricky's Fate:

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A big question arises- how does this change Arthur and who he becomes?

You'll be surprised at the events in "Joker: Folie à Deux!".

Arthur Fleck has a big moment when he faces some extreme violence.
Ricky is a character who might seem small but ultimately stands up for his friends.
Ricky stands up for Arthur
This leads to a very powerful, heartbreaking moment as Ricky is attacked by the guards! It is tragic.

What really stands out from the whole event is the real, heartbreaking, emotional loss that Arthur Fleck suffers!

For those of you who have seen the movie. There is an additional element that adds so much more weight to this experience, the removal of "Joker" makeup, showing how much this moment means! This symbol helps to emphasize the sense of regret for Arthur!

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Understanding Ricky's Connection:

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If you are wondering! You're right to think about it! As for whether Ricky is from DC Comics. The film gave viewers a whole new character.

It might seem out of place! The character looks to have an essential and impactful purpose, it gives viewers a chance to truly appreciate "Arthur's" feelings about his actions.

As you may recall the Harley Quinn character and her role. "Arthur" seems to show he has this deep connection to another figure and then it gets thrown into chaos!

All in all, this one special, amazing, heart wrenching movie brings forth many incredible moments! That includes, a complex story of one of the most famous villains from DC, who was looking for love in this crazy world. "Joker: Folie à Deux takes on the power of this beloved character to the next level.