As a fan who has been captivated by the raw and gritty portrayal of the Joker in Todd Phillips‘ masterpiece, I eagerly await the release of Joker 2. The intrigue surrounding its musical aspect has piqued my curiosity, as I am no stranger to the world of music myself.
The initial Joker film presented us with the dark backstory of the DC antagonist. In Joker 2, set two years afterwards, Arthur Fleck develops a romantic relationship with Harley Quinn. Despite the trailers suggesting a musical theme and the leads having musical backgrounds, director Todd Phillips expresses doubts about whether his second film will indeed be a musical.
As a gamer, I’ve been eagerly anticipating the release of ‘Joker 2’, and the trailers have been nothing short of intriguing. Joaquin Phoenix serenading us with “For Once in My Life” and “What the World Needs Now” has got me hooked, and after seeing Lady Gaga’s melodious performance, I can’t help but wonder if she’ll be contributing her own tunes to the movie. With all these musical hints dropped in ‘Folie à Deux’, could it be that the Joker sequel is going to be a full-blown musical? Well, Todd Phillips seems to be a bit tight-lipped about it, as he recently told Variety that he’s finding it hard to give a definitive answer.
Phillips remarked, “The majority of the music in the film is essentially dialogues that Arthur can’t express through words. Since he doesn’t know how to verbally articulate his feelings, he chooses to sing them instead.”
It appears that Joker 2 might venture into the realm of fully-sung musical films, similar to Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, and Umbrellas of Cherbourg. The musical elements in the previous film, such as Arthur Fleck’s dances in the bathroom and on the subway stairs, served as a reflection of his slide into insanity. It leaves one wondering if these enchanting song-and-dance scenes are actual events, illusions, dreams, or hallucinations.
In contrast to the abundance of music hinted at in Joker 2, Todd Phillips cautions fans not to misunderstand the film’s overall mood.
As someone who grew up in a bustling urban neighborhood, I can appreciate the vibrant energy and community spirit that musicals like “In the Heights” so beautifully capture. However, my personal experiences have shown me that real-life situations rarely unfold as dramatically as they do on stage or screen. So, when organizing an event, I prefer to keep things more low-key and focused on creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for all attendees, rather than attempting to replicate the spontaneous street performances seen in the musical. This way, people can enjoy themselves without any confusion or expectations that might not be met. But please don’t take this as a criticism of the fantastic production that is “In the Heights.” I truly admire its creativity and ability to transport audiences to another world!
What else is there to know about Joker 2’s music?
Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga will sing their songs live on stage, with a pianist playing from off-camera. As neither Joaquin (Arthur Fleck) nor Lady Gaga are professional singers, Joaquin (Joaquin Phoenix) mentioned that hitting the perfect pitch isn’t necessary for their performance.
“I felt strongly about presenting our songs in an unconventional manner, avoiding the usual style of a musical. We aimed to steer clear of vibrato and striving for flawless pitch.”
15 remakes of timeless tunes such as “That’s Entertainment” from the play The Band Wagon might be in store for you. However, there’s a possibility that an original number could be incorporated into the final product as well. Prepare to recognize the unique sound of Academy Award-winning composer Hildur Guðnadóttir, who contributed her talent to the first Joker, woven throughout each song. Regardless of whether Joker 2 is classified as a musical or not, it’s certain that you’ll witness an unforgettable, mind-bending film with its theatrical debut on October 4th.
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2024-08-21 01:10