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Showing posts with label joker. Show all posts
Showing posts with label joker. Show all posts
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Joker Review
Under normal circumstances, I would not have seen Joker. With all the whining about the way it is done, I had to see what the fuss was about. This is not the typical comic book flair that has been seen for the last decade. I'm not into today's films compared to the likes of what was seen back then like the 89 Batman. But this was surprisingly good. I'd say borderline great.
It has origin story written all over it with Todd Phillips writing part of it and directing it. Arthur Fleck lives in a crummy part of Gotham with his mother. He works as a clown, doing stuff like promoting an out of business store and making kids happy at the hospital. There are hints of issues that he has had for a long time. The dreams he has includes wanting to be a comedian. However, life throws a curve ball in a lot of situations. But what happens when a guy with mental issues finally snaps?
This is no popcorn flick. It's a film. No reliance on special effects or explosions for 350 million dollars. No guys in green screen suits, though a couple scenes do involve the Waynes. It is a psychological thriller and a serious drama. You see what Fleck goes through and when it reaches that breaking point, there is no stopping him. Joaquin Phoenix is excellent in performing the character with the weird laughs and depressed look of him. I'm not sure it's Oscar worthy, but it could get a nod. Robert De Niro has chances to shine as TV host Murray Franklin. The same can be said for Frances Conroy as Arthur's mother. With the rest of the cast, it's thought out and works for the film.
The controversy over the movie feels manufactured. I don't see it as a movie that promotes violence. And I was expecting it to be a lot more violent. He doesn't go on a huge rampage, but some of the killings will surprise you. Which is something I'll bring up. This is set in the 1970s. Gotham is New York City when you hear about garbage strikes, riots, and stuff similar to fires in the Bronx. Crime was very high and the portrayal is eerie. What I see out of this is what happens when a nut tries to control himself, but can't. And that's how Joker is in the comics. You never now what's going to happen, although not as crazy like in the comics.
I think we've only tapped into what happens when Joker snaps. If there ever is a plan to make more Batman movies, I have a feeling we will see a more deadlier adversary. Add in a dreary approach to the cinematography and the score leaving you on your toes, the movie is worth a watch in the theater. Not as controversial as others say it is.
Score: 7.5 out of 10
It has origin story written all over it with Todd Phillips writing part of it and directing it. Arthur Fleck lives in a crummy part of Gotham with his mother. He works as a clown, doing stuff like promoting an out of business store and making kids happy at the hospital. There are hints of issues that he has had for a long time. The dreams he has includes wanting to be a comedian. However, life throws a curve ball in a lot of situations. But what happens when a guy with mental issues finally snaps?
This is no popcorn flick. It's a film. No reliance on special effects or explosions for 350 million dollars. No guys in green screen suits, though a couple scenes do involve the Waynes. It is a psychological thriller and a serious drama. You see what Fleck goes through and when it reaches that breaking point, there is no stopping him. Joaquin Phoenix is excellent in performing the character with the weird laughs and depressed look of him. I'm not sure it's Oscar worthy, but it could get a nod. Robert De Niro has chances to shine as TV host Murray Franklin. The same can be said for Frances Conroy as Arthur's mother. With the rest of the cast, it's thought out and works for the film.
The controversy over the movie feels manufactured. I don't see it as a movie that promotes violence. And I was expecting it to be a lot more violent. He doesn't go on a huge rampage, but some of the killings will surprise you. Which is something I'll bring up. This is set in the 1970s. Gotham is New York City when you hear about garbage strikes, riots, and stuff similar to fires in the Bronx. Crime was very high and the portrayal is eerie. What I see out of this is what happens when a nut tries to control himself, but can't. And that's how Joker is in the comics. You never now what's going to happen, although not as crazy like in the comics.
I think we've only tapped into what happens when Joker snaps. If there ever is a plan to make more Batman movies, I have a feeling we will see a more deadlier adversary. Add in a dreary approach to the cinematography and the score leaving you on your toes, the movie is worth a watch in the theater. Not as controversial as others say it is.
Score: 7.5 out of 10
Saturday, October 5, 2019
Scary Jokers
It should not surprise people that Joker will do well in theaters. If the numbers from Thursday and Friday are an indication, it should have decent legs and do well into the new year. But there is the concern of the film with military warnings and a theater closing due to a threat. Can't say I don't feel bad and you can't blame the warnings.
We're over seven years removed from the tragedy in Aurora, Colorado when people watched The Dark Knight Rises. An insane pyscho murdered a bunch of them and even booby-trapped his apartment. But it is a different situation here. This is about a mentally unstable character who is one of the most prominent villains in Batman and DC Comics. Debates are made on who the best Joker is and looking into what makes the character tick. I'm not saying there will be a shooting, but it's a cautionary thing to understand.
From what I gather, it's not your typical comic book movie. The adaptation from Todd Phillips goes a different route, though it is inspired by some comics. It's not about green screen explosions and 20 million dollar actors in suits. We are looking at what happens when things don't always go right. And at a budget of 55 million, it will make more profit at a bigger multiplier than a Marvel movie. If this is right up your alley, then go see it. If not, then don't. I'm not, and I say that as someone that likes a bit of Phillips work.
We're over seven years removed from the tragedy in Aurora, Colorado when people watched The Dark Knight Rises. An insane pyscho murdered a bunch of them and even booby-trapped his apartment. But it is a different situation here. This is about a mentally unstable character who is one of the most prominent villains in Batman and DC Comics. Debates are made on who the best Joker is and looking into what makes the character tick. I'm not saying there will be a shooting, but it's a cautionary thing to understand.
From what I gather, it's not your typical comic book movie. The adaptation from Todd Phillips goes a different route, though it is inspired by some comics. It's not about green screen explosions and 20 million dollar actors in suits. We are looking at what happens when things don't always go right. And at a budget of 55 million, it will make more profit at a bigger multiplier than a Marvel movie. If this is right up your alley, then go see it. If not, then don't. I'm not, and I say that as someone that likes a bit of Phillips work.
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