Phenomenal Movie; Deep Dive into the Character of the Joker

Rating: 9/10 (17 May 2020)

This movie really paints a deeper picture of the character of the Joker. It takes a more human view of the 2D Joker character that we all know of. The well-known dispute between Batman and Joker is more understood through this movie - even though Todd Phillips and the writers made it a little more detached from the traditional Joker character in order to give it a more human, realistic touch. The made up scenarios in the Arthur's head and the background of his life as to why he acts the way he does is all made clear through the "Joker" movie.
It's interesting too because on top of the great cinematography, writing, and acting from Joaquin Phoenix in the movie, Arthur Fleck (before he became Joker) definitely did his job. His mom said her son's purpose was to make people laugh and smile. He did that. Just in a different way. Just in an evil way.
One thing to note - and I know I'll be reiterating what I said above - but it needs to be understood. This movie truly is different from any movie that is interconnected with the Avengers, Batman, or previous Joker movies. The "Joker" movie I just watched, is a deep dive into the background of the Joker himself and it shows the spiral Arthur Fleck takes to join his alter ego: The Joker.
This movie was talked about in high regards before I saw it. I now see why. Great work cast and crew.