A Masterpiece

Rating: 10/10 (6 October 2019)

I had great expectations for the movie, but they were exceeded. This movie is a true masterpiece. From the A+ acting of Phoenix to the cinematography and the music, this movie got it all right. I don't think I've ever seen a movie this tragic and this intimidating. It's full of surprises yet you feel as you could predict Arthur Flecks next steps. It makes you want to cry and give him a hug but at the same time he's the kind of person you would try to avoid. Contrary to many reviews I do not think it glamorizes mental illnesses, on the contrary, it addresses them in a different, more realistic way. Anyone who suffered from mental health issues knows how hard it feels to act "normal" and how people judge you for your behavior. Neither do I think does the movie glorify violence, people who think so have clearly never seen any action movies. Joaquin Phoenix is playing the role of his life in this movie and finally gets the recognition he deserves. Overall a genius movie but not made for the faint-hearted.