Shirley Yanez / 17 November 2024 / Categories: Movie and TV Shows, Movie

Joker folie a deux Movie

Part Two of the movie Joker

When watching Joaquin Phoenix play the Joker, how could anyone feel more pain inside? Last night, I watched Joker Folie a Deux, and I was even more moved by his suffering than I was by the first film. This movie, in my opinion, portrays the agony of childhood abuse in a way that makes you feel heartbroken with a huge lump in your throat. Phoenix and Lady Gaga, his blind love interest in the film, both had outstanding acting and singing which helped make the pain less painful in a weird way.

In the dark, desperate corridors of Arkham Asylum, Arthur Fleck's mind dances with shadows of his past. The walls echo with the manic laughter of his alter ego, the Joker, a chilling reminder of the chaos he's brought upon Gotham City. Yet, amidst the cacophony of madness, a melody begins to form. It's a tune that has been with him all along, a rhythm that resonates in the depths of his soul—music.

The discovery of his innate musical talent is like a flickering flame in the abyss, offering him some solace. With each pluck of a string or tap of a keyboard, Arthur finds himself drawn into a world where he can express his dark thoughts without the need for a painted smile or a chilling cackle. The notes weave together, creating a symphony that is uniquely his own, a blend of discord and harmony that mirrors the duality of his existence.

During this tumultuous period, Arthur crosses paths with a fellow inmate, a woman called Harley whose spirit has not yet been fully extinguished by the oppressive weight of the asylum. She is as lost as he is, trapped in her own labyrinth of delusions and pain. Despite the chaos that surrounds them, Arthur feels a profound connection to her. Her eyes, though haunted, hold a spark of curiosity and compassion that ignites something within him—something that feels suspiciously like hope.

Their bond blossoms through shared moments of silent understanding and the creation of their own secret language, a dance of gestures and glances that speaks volumes in the confines of their isolation. She shows him that even in a place like Arkham, there can be beauty in the most unexpected places.

Their love story unfolds in the stark contrast of the asylum's cold, unforgiving reality. They find refuge in the music, which transcends the bars of their cells and the constraints of their damaged minds. They compose together, their hearts syncing to a beat that only they can hear. In these moments, Arthur is no longer the Joker, and Harley is more than just a lost soul; they are two artists, two lost souls intertwined in a harmony that soothes their inner traumas. The asylum, if only for a brief moment, transforms into a stage for their shared humanity.

Faced with the choice between embracing the madness that made him infamous or following the thread of love that tethers him to sanity, Arthur must confront the dual nature of his existence. The music swells inside him, a tumultuous crescendo of doubt and desire. Can he allow himself to be defined by the love he's found with Harley, or will he succumb to the chaos that has come to define him?

Their story in Folie à Deux is a tragic symphony, a tale of love and madness intertwined. As Arthur Fleck grapples with the dichotomy of his nature, the music they've created together becomes a battleground for their souls. It's a poignant reminder that the line between hero and villain, between sanity and madness, is as thin as a sheet of music paper, and that love, in all its complexities, can both save and destroy.

It is a must see movie.