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1. • • While his origins are a source of debate, it is agreed that the villain was inspired by the look and performance of a forgotten film star, Germany's Conrad Veidt, in a 1928 film adaptation of Victor Hugo's The Man Who Laughs.
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   Is Joker based on a comic book?

   • But it’s not entirely true, and the gap between comic book movie and awards season character study is a small divide. Joker isn’t based on any comic book storyline, and its comic book characters are few and far between. There are no narrative ties between this Joker and the one we’ve watched Batman beat into the pavement time and again.

   'Joker': What's Real and What's a Not in the Movie?

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   Are the Joaquin Phoenix Joker movies based on a true story?

   • The two Joaquin Phoenix Joker films were not an origin story of the DC Universe’s Batman-fighting Joker.

   Joker: Folie à Deux Ending, Explained: Who’s the Real Joker? - Vulture

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   Is Joker a political film?

   • The film's director and co-screenwriter, Todd Phillips, has stated that Joker is "certainly not a political film". [ 240 ] Phillips has also commented on discourse surrounding the film, pushing back on several criticisms of its themes.

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   Is there a movie about the Joker?

   • In the comics, Joker’s name is unknown, and as for his origin story, it has varied drastically over the years while still remaining a mystery. The very idea of making a movie about the Joker, telling his origin, suggests a deconstruction of his myth and intrigue.

   'Joker': What's Real and What's a Not in the Movie?

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   Was Joker based on Martin Scorsese?

   • Numerous comparisons have been drawn by Phillips, Phoenix and the film’s cinematographer, Lawrence Sher, about Joker ‘s inspiration from Martin Scorsese’s films Taxi Driver (1976) and The King of Comedy (1982), alongside Serpico (1973) and Dog Day Afternoon (1975).

   'Joker': What's Real and What's a Not in the Movie?

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   Is Joker psychosis based on a true story?

   • Phillips, however, sought to throw real-world issues into the mix, not merely madness, but other forms of psychosis. The “Joker” diagnosis itself, his uncontrollable laughter, is based on a real-life condition called PBA, or pseudobulbar affect, which is examined in far more detail via “ Beyond Laughter and Tears: A Journey of Hope.

   ‘Joker’ Director Explores The Real Meaning Behind His Film And What

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3. screenrant.com › joker-dc-true-origin-killing-jokeAfter 84 Years, DC Finally Confirms Joker's One True Origin Story

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   Feb 5, 2024 · DC is doing away with the mystery for good and giving Joker a true, undeniable backstory. Over the years, fans have been exposed to numerous potential origins for the Clown Prince of Crime. But a new storyline is finally setting the record straight on which backstory is the correct one.

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   Oct 5, 2019 · But it’s not entirely true, and the gap between comic book movie and awards season character study is a small divide. Joker isn’t based on any comic book storyline, and its comic book ...

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7. tvovermind.com › joker-movie-behind-the-scenes-factsJoker: The True Story Behind the Joaquin Phoenix-Led Iconic Movie

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   Dec 22, 2023 · Todd Phillips' Oscar-winning movie, Joker, delivers an unforgettable tale that delves deep into the psyche of one of Batman's most iconic foes. The film follows Arthur Fleck, brilliantly...

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8. www.biography.com › movies-tv › the-joker-originThe Joker: How a German Silent Film Star Served as ...

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   Oct 15, 2020 · While his origins are a source of debate, it is agreed that the villain was inspired by the look and performance of a forgotten film star, Germany's Conrad Veidt, in a 1928 film adaptation of...

9. www.ibtimes.com › joker-director-explores-real‘Joker’ Director Explores The Real Meaning Behind His Film ...

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   The “Joker” diagnosis itself, his uncontrollable laughter, is based on a real-life condition called PBA, or pseudobulbar affect, which is examined in far more detail via “ Beyond Laughter and...

10. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Joker_(2019_film)Joker (2019 film) - Wikipedia

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    Joker is a 2019 American psychological thriller film directed by Todd Phillips from a screenplay he co-wrote with Scott Silver. The film stars Joaquin Phoenix and is loosely based on DC Comics characters, including the Joker.

11. www.vulture.com › article › joker-folie-a-deuxJoker: Folie à Deux Ending, Explained: Who’s the Real Joker?

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    Oct 4, 2024 · Let’s talk about that revelation about Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker at the end of ‘Joker: Folie à Deux.’ Turns out we were watching the origin story of the human that the Joker is based on ...