There is not a doubt that mental health is one of the most relevant issues in our current society.Sadly,in the past,this situation was hardly ever taked into account and people who went though whatever mental issue were considered almost a crazy.Fortunately,this situation has changed and more and more people try to help and solve this problem.It is true that a psychologist could help us,but it is important that society contributes to the cause.Joker is a clear example,his traumatic past and his current health problems make understand that behind this villain not all that glitters is gold.
Joker is an American psychological thriller directed by Todd Phillips and fabulously interpreted by Joaquin Phoenix.This film was produced by Warner Bros,after drawbacks to achieve this complex plot,the movie was released in 2019.It’s a well known-fact that Joker is based on the DC Comics character,Batman.Yet,the role of Joker in this film is a new view of this problematic character.It’s fair to point out that this film was a box-office success and with numerous awards,especially with Phoenix’s performance.Lass but not least,Joker received positive reviews,not only for Joaquin Phoenix,but also for screenplay,plot,musical score or visual style.
1981,in Gotham city,Arthur Fleck works as a clown.Arthur lives in a awfulness situation due to his depression along with his mother’s illness.Besides,he goes through a neurological disorder which makes him laugh at inadequate situations.Yet,as his mother said,he had a purpose to bring laughter and joy to the world.One day,after his diary show,the comic is attacked by some wrongdoes.After that,Arthur comes back home,he and his mother Penny (Frances Conroy) are watching a Tv show of the well-known presenter Murray Franklin (Robert De Niro).In this program,Arthur imagines that he is taking part in this show,there Murray and audience love him,although it is an hallucination,Arthur believes that it could be possible in the future.The day after,Arthur’s mate gives him a gun to saveguard over delinquents.However,not only gives him protection,but also a high self-esteem and a huge change in his future personality.Now,Joker will be his hallmark.
This film is a masterpiece to watch! Joaquin Phoenix portrays the Joker in a way that makes you feel pity for the character and at the same time,you want to hate him.This film is absolutely perfect,and I would highly recommend watch.There is not doubt that it is one of he best films released in the last few year.
….I used to think that my life was a tragedy,but I realize,that it’s a comedy.
