The Joker’s back and this time, he’s not alone. After dominating the big screen with Joker in 2019, Joaquin Phoenix returns in the highly anticipated Joker: Folie à Deux alongside Mother Monster herself, Lady Gaga.
Although the film is undoubtedly a psychological thriller that will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about Gotham’s notorious villain, it has also made waves on TikTok for its killer soundtrack and standout performances, and if there’s one thing we love in a film, it’s a bit of light and shade, right?
For fans who missed it in theatres (or just want to relive the madness), the good news is that Joker: Folie à Deux is *finally* making its way to streaming platforms.
What should you expect? Where exactly can you watch it? We’ve got the answers to all your burning Joker questions.
What is Joker: Folie à Deux about?
First things first—what is this movie actually about? The title itself literally translates as “madness for two,” folie à deux refers to a psychiatric syndrome known as Shared Delusion Disorder (SDD) – a condition in which symptoms of psychosis or delusion are seemingly transmitted from one individual to another.
With that definition in mind, the film delves deep into the relationship between Arthur Fleck (aka Joker) and Lee Quinzel, better known as Harley Quinn, who strike up a relationship after crossing paths in the Arkham State Hospital.
After attending a music therapy session, the pair’s connection deepened quickly, with the pair then beginning their life of crime and chaos together (with a few songs along the way, of course).
Is Joker 2 a musical?
Yes, Joker: Folie à Deux is indeed a musical—at least in part! While the first Joker movie was a gritty, psychological drama, Folie à Deux takes a much more unexpected and theatrical turn by incorporating several musical numbers that blend dark, psychological themes with the glitz and drama of a Broadway-style performance.
Despite officially being dubbed as a jukebox musical, Lady Gaga pushed back against commentary that angled the film as a traditional musical.
“I think the way that we approach music in this film was very special and extremely nuanced. I wouldn’t necessarily say that this is actually a musical… The way that music is used is to really give the characters a way to express what they mean to say because the scene and just the dialogue is not enough,” she told Deadline at the film’s Venice Film Festival premiere.
Where to watch Joker: Folie à Deux
If you’re wondering when you can stream one of this year’s biggest blockbusters from the comfort of your couch, you’re in luck.
For viewers in Australia, Joker: Folie à Deux is now available to rent or buy on Prime Video.
Stream Joker: Folie à Deux on Prime Video from $6.58/month with a 30-day free trial. Subscribe here.
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