Masterpiece

Rating: 8/10 (6 October 2019)

Joker speaks volumes, wether it'd be with it's social commentary on present times, or within it's own context. This movie is powerful, intense, and real. Todd Phillips has outdone himself both in directing and writing, he has shown us he has the capacity to make not only a great film, but a film that will leave you thinking for days to come.
Joaquin Phoenix's performance as Arthur Fleck is nothing short of mesmerizing. He downright carried this film alone, that's not to say the supporting cast didn't do a good job either, everyone was solid. But Joaquin, he's a whole other beast in his own league. From making you go from sympathetic, to empathetic, to terrified of him. His transformation from Arthur to Joker was masterfully done, the pacing was great and the subtle hints and changes you'd get from him made the payoff much more satisfying. This man deserves an Oscar, and he WILL get that Oscar, period.
The cinematography and lighting of this film set the tone so well for it, there was some interesting shots pulled and it really gives you that Gotham feel to it. Dark, gritty, and full of crime. The color palette was beautiful and it was used to it's full extent. The soundtrack was astonishing, the oustide songs were used accordingly and added to scenes perfectly. As well as the original score from Hildur Guonadóttir made every scene intense, horrifying, and all the more real when paired with Joaquin's performance. She is truly a force to be reckoned with, there would be no surprise if she gets an Oscar nomination as well.
This movie is special, it shall be remembered and used as an example for years to come. No words can describe the sheer amount of effort and care that was put to this film, please go watch this movie, for it is not only a film for entertainment, its an unforgettable experience. I can't put into words my feelings for this film, but to keep it nice and short, Joker is a masterpiece.
10/10