As Joker: Folie à Deux finally debuts in theaters , we're seeing how the newly released sequel is vying with movie critics compared to the original 2019 Joker movie. On October 4 the highly anticipated dark drama musical Joker: Folie à Deux starring Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix premiered on the big screen. The sequel, directed by Todd Phillips, is a musical fantasy that follows Arthur Fleck known as The Joker and Harley Quinn as they fall in love at Gotham City's Arkham Asylum.
The movie is based on the original comic series, during which the couple are notoriously known for their toxic and romantic relationship. While movie-goers haven't had a chance to weigh in yet, movie critics who were given early access admission to the film have already taken to Rotten Tomatoes granting the film a 40% rating. This comes as the original Joker was granted an impressive score of 69% percent.
And as the reviews continue to roll in, we're taking a closer look at what viewers are saying about each. Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga wow with chaotic love story in new Joker: Folie A Deux trailer Joker 2 trailer drives fans wild as Lady Gaga appears with Joaquin Phoenix Joker: Folie à Deux has so far reeled in a total score of 40% among critics with an overall 5.20 out of 10.
And while there were a range of reviews for the film, the overall consensus seemed to be that many were disappointed in the lack of message or meaning connected to the film compared to the original. For the professional.