Warner Bros. Pictures has released a new trailer for the highly anticipated sequel ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’, starring Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck/Joker and Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn. The film, directed by Todd Phillips, is set to have its world premiere at the 81st Venice Film Festival, running from August 28 to September 7, 2024, where it will compete for the prestigious Golden Lion award.The trailer offers a deeper look into the film’s plot and musical elements, a departure from its predecessor. Set shortly after the events of the first film, ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ explores Arthur Fleck’s journey as he navigates his dual identity while institutionalized at Arkham Asylum. The story revolves around Fleck’s encounter with Dr. Harleen Quinzel, who later becomes Harley Quinn, and their developing relationship.Todd Phillips, who also directed the 2019 Oscar-winning ‘Joker’, has described the sequel as a ‘big swing’ that will be ‘really surprising to people’. The film is reported to be a ‘jukebox musical’ featuring at least 15 well-known tunes and original pieces of music. This musical aspect is evident in the trailer, which shows both Phoenix and Gaga performing musical numbers.The cast also includes returning actress Zazie Beetz, alongside newcomers Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, and Jacob Lofland in undisclosed roles. The film has received an R rating for strong violence and brief full nudity.’Joker: Folie à Deux’ is set for a global theatrical release on October 4, 2024. It will be released under the DC Elseworlds label, a new franchise of interconnected films and series that will start with the DC Universe Chapter 1: God and Monsters.
Key points
- ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ will premiere at the Venice Film Festival in August 2024.
- The film introduces musical elements and explores the relationship between Joker and Harley Quinn.
- It will be released globally on October 4, 2024, under the new DC Elseworlds label.
Contradictions👾There are slight discrepancies in the reported release dates, with some sources stating October 2, others October 3, and most reporting October 4, 2024.
