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      • Joker wasn't successful just because it was a gritty, R-rated character drama disguised as a comic book film. It became a hit because it offered audiences something different. For this genre, which is now synonymous with big-budget spectacle, it was refreshing to see something that was toned down.
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  2. Nov 1, 2019 · Joker 's success is not down to critical acclaim. After early rave reviews out of its festival screenings which led to serious Oscar buzz, the reviews for Joker when it hit cinemas became more...

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    Rob Mitchell, head of theatrical insights at UK analytics firm Gower Street Analytics, believes the October 4 release date has played a big role in its success. “Adult drama, in terms of new wide launches, is generally less common in the middle of October due to the school half-term and the focus on family and crowd-pleaser four-quadrant releases t...

    The four-quadrant appeal of Joker in the UK has been vital. Warner Bros’ data reveals a 60-40 male/female split in the audience– skewing male certainly, but less so than most comic book titles. Also telling are the age statistics, with every bracket from 13-17 through to 45-54 breaking into double-figure percentages, showing an even spread of viewe...

    Screen’s senior US critic Tim Grierson reviewed the film at Venice, calling it “a fan-servicing blockbuster that highlights what is eternally captivating about the character, while at the same time offering a sobering critique of the sadistic nihilism that has long been the Joker’s modus operandi.” Several months on, he believes the film’s success ...

  3. Oct 23, 2019 · Joaquin Phoenix’s “Joker” has become a certified box office sensation, earning $744 million in worldwide ticket sales after less than a month in theaters.

  4. Sep 28, 2024 · Warner Bros. "Joker" as we know it centers on a failed comedian named Arthur Fleck. He's an outsider desperate for connection living in Gotham City. After being bullied and disregarded by...

  5. Nov 15, 2019 · “Joker” is a crucial win for Warner Bros., despite having to split profits with co-financiers Bron Creative and Village Roadshow.

  6. Aug 31, 2019 · Why? Because Joker is an awesome accomplishment sure to please fans of the character and of the superhero genre, as well as average viewers just looking for a terrific film for adult...

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