‘Joker: Folie a Deux‘, the latest DC Comics film directed by Todd Phillips and starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, has suffered a significant drop in its critics’ rating. According to the latest data on Rotten Tomatoes, the film now holds a 39% rating, making it one of the lowest-rated DC films of all time.
Since its release on October 2, the highly anticipated sequel to Phillips’ 2019 blockbuster ‘Joker’ has struggled to win over critics and audiences alike.Despite high expectations following the critical and commercial success of the original film, the sequel’s darker tone and musical elements seem to have alienated some reviewers. The 39% rating puts ‘Joker 2’ below the 2017 film ‘Justice League‘, which managed to hold onto a 40% rating despite facing its share of controversy.
While ‘Joker: Folie a Deux’ has yet to reach the depths of DC’s lowest-rated films, such as 2016’s ‘Suicide Squad‘ (26%) and 2011’s ‘Green Lantern‘ starring Ryan Reynolds (25%), the drop in ratings is a worrying sign for the film’s upcoming box office run. Critics have been divided on the film’s artistic choices, with some praising Phoenix and Lady Gaga’s performances while others have criticised the plot and pacing.
It remains to be seen whether the rating will decline further as more reviews come in over the weekend as the film debuts in theatres in North America. Fans and industry insiders alike are keenly watching to see if the film can recover from its rocky start and resonate with wider audiences. The film’s rating could play a role in influencing its performance at the bx office, considering that it is chasing a $1 Billion benchmark set by ‘Joker’ in 2019.
For now, ‘Joker: Folie a Deux’ is reportedly gearing up for a $140 million weekend.
Joker: Folie A Deux – Official Trailer
