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ltmgeller · 6 October 2019, 03:02 AM

Sounds like it was great, cannot wait to see it.

superdog · 6 October 2019, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Stonecutter6

That hits the nail on Thad exactly. The decent into madness is sad to but in the context of the character it makes perfect sense. I as hoping for a few more ever eggs in there from the franchise, but all in all a very good flick. I'm interested to see if a sequel comes around with the Jokers rise through the criminal underworld.

I very much hope so.

Except that this movie was super hard on Phoenix. Can’t imagine him being able to do another.

I agree that many not liking it are likely not enjoying the sad fact that our society and we as people have a hand in creating some of the criminal element of our world.

This movie was nothing short of genius.

But to lament the violence in this movies vs John Wick or the thousands of other similar movies is typical societal hypocrisy.

Bigblu10 · 6 October 2019, 04:10 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

I very much hope so.

Except that this movie was super hard on Phoenix. Can’t imagine him being able to do another.

I agree that many not liking it are likely not enjoying the sad fact that our society and we as people have a hand in creating some of the criminal element of our world.

This movie was nothing short of genius.

But to lament the violence in this movies vs John Wick or the thousands of other similar movies is typical societal hypocrisy.

Even though I have yet to see this movie, it is very likely representative of the reality of many people in the world who become monsters after being the proverbial "cigarette butt" constantly crushed under everyone's heel. A man can only take so much abuse before the mind snaps, IMO.

superdog · 6 October 2019, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Bigblu10

Even though I have yet to see this movie, it is very likely representative of the reality of many people in the world who become monsters after being the proverbial "cigarette butt" constantly crushed under everyone's heel. A man can only take so much abuse before the mind snaps, IMO.

Agree.

Believe me, it’s hard not to empathize with his character. Seeing “how” he became the Joker was super interesting.

And for certain I was rooting for him at the end. Not the angry mobs per say, but the individual for sure.

bdex75 · 6 October 2019, 06:07 AM

Saw it Thursday night. Really liked it. Walked out thinking “holy sh!t, that is what it is like to be inside the head of someone with severe mental illness”.

Great movie. Joachin Phoenix was incredible. You felt sorry for the Joker at the beginning of the movie as he was picked on and beaten up. And then you just sit in awe as he rides a downward spiral.

Like no other Joker character. Completely different than Heath Ledger character.

Made me want to go home and watch Taxi Driver again.

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The Joker · 6 October 2019, 09:43 AM

All I have are negative thoughts

emersm · 6 October 2019, 10:36 AM

Preview looks compelling. It's on my list.

superdog · 6 October 2019, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by The Joker

All I have are negative thoughts

This frightens me.

Bigblu10 · 6 October 2019, 11:35 AM

Love it! Just got home from a 6:30 showing. Highly recommend all see this, Joaquin really immersed himself in this character. Took my 13 year old daughter and she enjoyed it also. There were many sad parts to the movie and many funny parts. I won't say more, go see it!

Syed117 · 7 October 2019, 12:21 AM

Phoenix performance was amazing.

Some of the pacing in the first half wasn't great and the main story aspects were a little heavy handed, but I enjoyed it.

Also not anywhere near as violent as people were making it out to be.

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Originally Posted by bdex75

Made me want to go home and watch Taxi Driver again.

Same.

It's like they took taxi driver and the king of comedy and threw some Batman characters in there.

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Originally Posted by Bigblu10

Took my 13 year old daughter and she enjoyed it also.

Yikes.

Wllnv19 · 7 October 2019, 10:44 AM

Truly enjoyed the movie..

ckaynyc · 7 October 2019, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Yobber76

Real mixed reviews on this movie. Though the critics think Joaquin is great.
I may see it, I'm really looking forward to Zombieland, Double Tap.

You may see Joker but looking forward to Zombieland? Won’t live up to the first for sure.

SearChart · 7 October 2019, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by The Joker

All I have are negative thoughts

Lol Wes, I knew you'd pop up in here

ian.thomas · 8 October 2019, 07:22 AM

We saw it Saturday. She liked it a lot ... I don't know what to think. The acting was great and they really captured the grittiness well.

I don't want to give anything away, but I'm still a bit puzzled with the ending. But then again, maybe that's what's supposed to happen.

DasKptl · 8 October 2019, 09:23 AM

I've heard that "Joker" is the first comics-based movie that has received a major prize in any European film festival. (It has won the top prize at the Venice Film Festival this year.)

(I also wanna see "Parasite", which has won the top prize at the Cannes.)

Bigblu10 · 8 October 2019, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by ian.thomas

We saw it Saturday. She liked it a lot ... I don't know what to think. The acting was great and they really captured the grittiness well.

I don't want to give anything away, but I'm still a bit puzzled with the ending. But then again, maybe that's what's supposed to happen.

Perhaps an opening for a sequel. I need to see it again, it was very dramatic and captivating.

SpeedyTuomas · 8 October 2019, 08:01 PM

It was ok but I did not find it "super violent".

superdog · 8 October 2019, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SpeedyTuomas

It was ok but I did not find it "super violent".

agree.

disturbing in a few ways. but no more violent than the 6:00 news.

far less so than the majority of movies today.

Bigblu10 · 8 October 2019, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by superdog

agree.

disturbing in a few ways. but no more violent than the 6:00 news.

far less so than the majority of movies today.

I'm pretty sure the local Newark, NJ news makes the movie look mundane! I know you don't live there BTW. No offense meant.

antbkny · 9 October 2019, 12:08 AM

Saw it last night and enjoyed it. Nicely done cinematography and great acting by Joaquin Phoenix. I’d watch it again.

AK797 · 9 October 2019, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by DasKptl

I've heard that "Joker" is the first comics-based movie that has received a major prize in any European film festival. (It has won the top prize at the Venice Film Festival this year.)

(I also wanna see "Parasite", which has won the top prize at the Cannes.)

Yup I've noted Parasite as well. And the Joker... but Downton Abbey first ofc!

rowdy3 · 9 October 2019, 01:57 PM

My movie theater has banned costumes for a month and the workers are using wands to see if you have weapons for the next few weeks.

encarter13 · 10 October 2019, 04:56 AM

I thought the movie was great.

The beginning is very slow, but somehow I was thoroughly engaged. The acting was superb. The way cinematography sucked me in from the beginning.

And, while Batman does not make an appearance, Bruce Wayne is seen a few times.

The destruction of Arthur Fleck and the creation of Joker is directly linked to the creation of Batman. Without the events occurring in this movie, Bruce Wayne would never become Batman. Change my mind.

Laszlo · 14 October 2019, 09:57 AM

Super disturbing film. I smell a ton of Oscars.

Bigblu10 · 14 October 2019, 10:06 AM

Epic movie. It will go down as one of the all time greats. Worth multiple viewings.

othertbone · 14 October 2019, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

Anyone see it?

We just got back. It was a truly impressive movie. In a day where CGI, action and marketing rule the box office, this movie was exceptionally well written and produced.

And the acting?

I’d never even imagined anyone could beat Heath Ledger as the Joker. But Joaquin Phoenix did just that. I imagine he will win every award he is up for. This wasn’t just good acting. This was a masterpiece.

Impressive is an understatement.

I highly recommend this movie.

Yep Joaquin was amazing!

maylebox · 14 October 2019, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by DasKptl

I've heard that "Joker" is the first comics-based movie that has received a major prize in any European film festival. (It has won the top prize at the Venice Film Festival this year.)

(I also wanna see "Parasite", which has won the top prize at the Cannes.)

Joker was a solid 8/10. Joaquin was amazing and I really enjoyed the story as well.

Parasite was the best movie that I've seen this year (and I've seen a ton of mainstream movies and also a few indies)

Both were well worth seeing but when Parasite was over I wanted to see it again and that's saying something for a guy who's not big on reading subtitles.

DasKptl · 14 October 2019, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by maylebox

Parasite was the best movie that I've seen this year (and I've seen a ton of mainstream movies and also a few indies)

Both were well worth seeing but when Parasite was over I wanted to see it again and that's saying something for a guy who's not big on reading subtitles.

Then, I'll definitely have to see Parasite. Thanks.

Parasite has received glowing reviews. Almost 100% on Rottentomatoes:

https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/parasite_2019

Madman37 · 14 October 2019, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by superdog

Anyone see it?

We just got back. It was a truly impressive movie. In a day where CGI, action and marketing rule the box office, this movie was exceptionally well written and produced.

And the acting?

I’d never even imagined anyone could beat Heath Ledger as the Joker. But Joaquin Phoenix did just that. I imagine he will win every award he is up for. This wasn’t just good acting. This was a masterpiece.

Impressive is an understatement.

I highly recommend this movie.

I agree amazing he was better then Heath Ledger. I think it’s a movie you need to see twice.

ian.thomas · 15 October 2019, 05:56 AM

SNL did a parody about Oscar the Grouch >>>

https://youtu.be/kqpak5lFxvs

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ltmgeller 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 21,379	Sounds like it was great, cannot wait to see it. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

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ian.thomas 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,306	We saw it Saturday. She liked it a lot ... I don't know what to think. The acting was great and they really captured the grittiness well. I don't want to give anything away, but I'm still a bit puzzled with the ending. But then again, maybe that's what's supposed to happen. __________________ You're asking me how a watch works. For now, let’s just keep an eye on the time.

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encarter13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Nick Location: Georgia Posts: 2,613	I thought the movie was great. The beginning is very slow, but somehow I was thoroughly engaged. The acting was superb. The way cinematography sucked me in from the beginning. And, while Batman does not make an appearance, Bruce Wayne is seen a few times. The destruction of Arthur Fleck and the creation of Joker is directly linked to the creation of Batman. Without the events occurring in this movie, Bruce Wayne would never become Batman. Change my mind. __________________ Instagram - watches_wine

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Laszlo 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: Date & No Date Posts: 10,857	Super disturbing film. I smell a ton of Oscars. __________________ "You might as well question why we breathe. If we stop breathing, we'll die. If we stop fighting our enemies, the world will die." Paul Henreid as Victor Laszlo in Casablanca

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bdex75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Brandon Location: Indianapolis Watch: my money vanish Posts: 8,506	Saw it Thursday night. Really liked it. Walked out thinking “holy sh!t, that is what it is like to be inside the head of someone with severe mental illness”. Great movie. Joachin Phoenix was incredible. You felt sorry for the Joker at the beginning of the movie as he was picked on and beaten up. And then you just sit in awe as he rides a downward spiral. Like no other Joker character. Completely different than Heath Ledger character. Made me want to go home and watch Taxi Driver again. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,634	All I have are negative thoughts

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emersm 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Merle Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,479	Preview looks compelling. It's on my list.

6 October 2019, 11:35 AM	#39
Bigblu10 Banned Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Jaime Location: Here Posts: 5,606	Love it! Just got home from a 6:30 showing. Highly recommend all see this, Joaquin really immersed himself in this character. Took my 13 year old daughter and she enjoyed it also. There were many sad parts to the movie and many funny parts. I won't say more, go see it!

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Wllnv19 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Willie Location: Parkland,Fl. Posts: 4,829	Truly enjoyed the movie..

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DasKptl Banned Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Chicago Posts: 378	I've heard that "Joker" is the first comics-based movie that has received a major prize in any European film festival. (It has won the top prize at the Venice Film Festival this year.) (I also wanna see "Parasite", which has won the top prize at the Cannes.)

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SpeedyTuomas "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Finland Posts: 598	It was ok but I did not find it "super violent".

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antbkny "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Anthony Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Dblue Posts: 6,723	Saw it last night and enjoyed it. Nicely done cinematography and great acting by Joaquin Phoenix. I’d watch it again.

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rowdy3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Sub Posts: 153	My movie theater has banned costumes for a month and the workers are using wands to see if you have weapons for the next few weeks.

14 October 2019, 10:06 AM	#55
Bigblu10 Banned Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Jaime Location: Here Posts: 5,606	Epic movie. It will go down as one of the all time greats. Worth multiple viewings.

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