Phoenix and Phillips deliver compelling, mature work.

Rating: 9/10 (4 October 2019)

Oh yeah, it's good. As a psychological study, it's a tad Hollywood, but as a comic book movie, it's something very unique indeed.
Probably the least surprising thing about the movie is Joaquin Pheonix's performance as Arthur Fleck; given his immaculate, decade long streak of complex, damaged characters.
But it would be a disservice to not praise what is quintessentially a make or break the movie role that Phoenix devours with every ounce of talent he possess. It is amazing!
But the real left field surprise comes from director Todd Phillips (most notable for the Hangover trilogy), who continues what has become something of trend for bad comedy directors (among them Peter Farrelly's Green Book and Craig Mazin's Chernobyl). Dishing out mature, genuinely affecting character dramas seemingly, from out of nowhere.