Laughter and Chaos Collide: “Joker: Folie à Deux” Trailer Unleashes Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga’s Dark Duet

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After the critical and commercial success of 2019’s “Joker,” this October would bring the sequel, highly anticipated in its own right, in “Joker: Folie à Deux.” Academy Award winners Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga team up once more for this next chapter in the saga of Arthur Fleck.

A new trailer released on July 23rd gives a taste of what’s to come. Phoenix reprises his haunting role as Arthur Fleck, while Gaga joins the cast as a fresh take on Harley Quinn.

The trailer opens with a powerful voiceover by Gaga, hinting at a connection between Harley and Arthur. “When I first saw Joker — when I saw you — for once in my life, I didn’t feel so alone anymore,” she says.

The following scenes showcase the dynamic between the two, blending dance, humor, and the dark undercurrents of their world. Harley seems to support Joker, encouraging him with, “You can do anything you want… you’re Joker.”

The sequel is directed by Todd Phillips, who helmed the critically acclaimed first film. “Joker” (2019) was a massive success, achieving both commercial and critical acclaim, earning 11 Oscar nominations and two wins, including Best Actor for Phoenix.

They were filming for the sequel wrapped in April 2023, with Phillips expressing his gratitude to the cast and crew on Instagram. “That’s a wrap. Thanks to these two (+ the entire cast) and the BEST crew that the film industry has to offer,” he wrote. He also hinted at the editing process ahead, stating, “Gonna crawl into a cave now (edit room) and put it all together.”

Mark your calendars! “Joker: Folie à Deux” arrives in theaters on October 4th.

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