Joker (2019)

Rating: 9/10 (10 February 2020)

Director: Todd Phillips
Writers: Todd Phillips, Scott Silver
Stars: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz, Frances Conroy
This film for me is fantastic. Everything from the acting, to the directing, to the cinematography, sound and editing.
In Gotham City, mentally troubled comedian Arthur Fleck is disregarded and mistreated by society. He then embarks on a downward spiral of revolution and bloody crime. This path brings him face-to-face with his alter-ego: the Joker. This film has a great sense of suspense, tension and dread. It really depicts how mental illness and society can tear people apart.
The use of dark colors (Black, Brown, etc) really gives off the impression how gruesome and dirty Gotham can be. The use of music in this film really heightens the tension, the score really sells the transformation of the Joker. It is bone-chilling and gut-wrenching.
Our leader through this world is the relentless Joaquin Phoenix, who gives what is very possibly the finest performance of his career. He summons the feeling that he was born to play this role.
The writers (Todd Phillips and Scott Silver) placed all their cards in the Joker character with the film relying on him in every scene, and phoenix delivers to an incredibly high standard. Joaquin Phoenix is truly Oscar Worthy in this film.
I personally believe that this film will be a classic in years to come. Even though the events that are depicted have shown controversy, I think it will gain a cult following.
92nd Academy Awards Films I have seen to date:
1917 10/10
Little Women 10/10
Parasite 10/10
Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood 9.5/10
Jojo Rabbit 9.5/10
The Irishman 9/10
Marriage Story 9/10
Joker 9/10
Bombshell 8.5/10
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood 8.5/10
Ford v Ferrari 8/10
The Two Popes 8/10
Toy Story 4: in 3D -7.5/10
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World: in 3D 7/10