Sub par

Rating: 4/10 (17 November 2019)

The movie didn't feel like 1981. The first half is dragging a lot and is quite predictable. Only when Arthur meets Bruce the movie builds up a bit of momentum. The depiction of Arthurs mental state didn't convince me at all. Overly long scenes of annoying laughter and strange dancing. Ok, Arthurs strategy to flee from his frustrating existence. Still, not gripping, not disturbing, not convincing, just annoying!
And then, "look how much weight I lost for this movie, look how thin I am! Oscar-worthy, isn't it?"
The movie borrows heavily from Taxi Driver and King of Comedy, but lacks in depth, tension and substance.
Shallow entertainment with a slightly better second half, but overall disappointing!