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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 the Joker based on a true story?

   • Firstly, since The Man Who Laughs was based on a novel published in 1869, the origins of the Joker can be traced back over 150 years, giving the character ample opportunities to dance with or without the devil in the pale moonlight. Secondly, the implication is there: Victor Hugo books are a goldmine of potential Batman villains.

   The True Story Behind The Joker's Origin Isn't What You Think

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   Does the Joker have an origin story?

   • But comics have been trying to get an origin story to stick for decades, with broad strokes involving the Red Hood Gang still called back to today. Meanwhile, back in the nonfiction world, the actual origin story of the Joker goes way, way back, significantly further than the character's 1940 debut in the pages of Batman #1.

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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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   Does Joker have a backstory?

   • Joker is not the first time such a thing has been tried. Though carving out Joker’s backstory has been a controversial move in the history of comics, a number of writers have explored the territory that writer-director Todd Phillips and actor Joaquin Phoenix will chart again later this year.

   What is the Joker’s origin story in the comics? There’s ... - Polygon

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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).

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   Is 'the Killing Joke' a Joker origin?

   • While other creators have explored potential Joker origins, The Killing Joke remains the most popular interpretation. The Killing Joke being Joker's canon origin was hinted at in a previous story arc when Batman faced off with Red Mask. Instead of breaking his mind as he intended, Red Mask's experiment accidentally created two Joker copies.

   After 84 Years, DC Finally Confirms Joker's One True Origin Story

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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 finally providing a definitive backstory for the Joker, confirming that his origins as presented in The Killing Joke are canon. The twist of Red Mask creating three Joker copies is finally being resolved, adding resolution to a plot point that has been waiting for years.

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   Dec 23, 2020 · Firstly, since The Man Who Laughs was based on a novel published in 1869, the origins of the Joker can be traced back over 150 years, giving the character ample opportunities to dance with or...

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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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   Apr 3, 2019 · In the world of superheroes, everyone has an origin story, but the Joker has resisted almost every attempt to give him a real backstory. With Joaquin Phoenix’s new attempt in Warner Bros ...

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   Oct 2, 2019 · Before Todd Phillips and Joaquin Phoenix unsettle audiences with Joker this Friday, we lay out the various origin stories throughout the character’s history, dating back to the comics in 1940 ...

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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...

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    Dec 22, 2023 · Todd Phillips’ Joker delves into the complex mind of the notorious Batman villain, offering audiences a deeper understanding of his dark origins. The film takes us on a haunting journey through...