So we saw Joker 2 (Joker: Folie à Deux), and it was outstanding. WE LOVED IT! The visuals are just stunning, and we praise Lawrence Sher for that. He chose just right with the ARRI ALEXA 65, which spreads the medium-format look and super-shallow DOF shots all over the movie. Joaquin Phoenix’s acting is phenomenal. Hence, this movie deserves at least two Oscars: one for Cinematography and the other for Best Actor.
Joker 2 is a strong movie. Do not listen to the bad critics. Go see it on IMAX.
Joker 2: Oscars for Best Cinematography
Joker 2 was shot by cinematographer Lawrence Sher, ASC, who wanted to shoot the movie on IMAX film cameras. However, Sher chose the ARRI ALEXA 65 instead. Indeed, the choice of the ARRI 65 for IMAX screening is significant. The ALEXA 65 has unparalleled image quality, delivering sharpness, dynamic range, and a sense of grandeur. Sher’s use of this camera allows for expansive visuals, and large-scale, immersive shots, which are key in providing emotional depth and spectacle to the film’s darker themes. The movie contains many face shots, with incredibly shallow depth of field. Furthermore, the ARRI 65 captures minute details, particularly in the lighting and texture of the Gotham environment, which enhances the mood and immerses the audience in the world of Arthur Fleck. Sher successfully paired the film’s emotional and psychological depth with the stunning ARRI 65 imagery and musical choreography demanded in “Joker 2”. Hence, Sher can be a strong candidate for Best Cinematography Oscars.
Oner as a bonus
BTW, there’s an amazing Oner (Long Take) shot at the end of the movie. There’s a chance that this ‘oner’ was shot with the VENICE 2 Rialto (which was used alongside the ARRI 65). The oner was perfectly executed.
There’s an amazing Oner (Long Take) shot at the end of the movie. There’s a chance that this ‘oner’ was shot with the VENICE 2 Rialto (which was used alongside the ARRI 65).
Joker 2: Oscars for Best Actor
Joaquin Phoenix certainly deserves an Oscar for “Joker 2” as he continues to push the boundaries of the character and embraces the new musical elements in a way that adds depth to Arthur Fleck’s evolution. In his portrayal, he taps into new emotional and psychological depths while showcasing his ability to perform musically alongside Lady Gaga, and that could lead to another award-worthy performance. In our opinion, the Best Actor Oscar 2025 goes to Phoenix.
Joker 2 is a strong movie. Do not listen to the bad critics. Go see it on IMAX.
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Yeah I agree with that review. It’s weird what bad reviews can do to you. I half back watching it and then one morning I woke up and said to myself “I need to see this movie” and honestly I really loved this film.
Many criticized the film and haven’t even seen it. The IMAX theater was empty. It’s really a good and impressive piece of motion picture product.
I totally agree about the acting and the cinematography deserving a nomination to the Oscars.
Even though the production and post-production crafts exist to support the story, the general audience doesn’t go to the theater or sit in front of the TV to watch the cinematographer or director’s works and other craft departments. They go because of the story. Mr. Khoa Lee seems to be pitching his skills to the ears of producers more than anyone trying to put their feet at the starting point of their career. In doing this, he brings misinformation about the relationship between the story and the craft.
I watched Joker 2: Folie à Deux the first weekend at an IMAX theater in Regal New Rochelle, NY. Ten people attended to watch the film that Sunday. The cinematographer and the quality of the acting made my colleague and I stay until the film’s end. From the point of view of the story, it is a constant floating mess. If, like us, you appreciate the craft of filmmaking, you might enjoy this aspect of film. Also, this film might be for those interested in analyzing why a film with a big story expectative of success fails—a mishandled of the theme, plot, and lack of character’s development.
In the end, I found it irresponsible that the film suggests that the solution to a sensitive subject such as mental illness is to get killed by another mate. It’s like watching your hands like Pontious Pilate. Perhaps, a film based on the story of the failure of Joker 2: Folie à Deux will sell better than this film.
My apologies for my previous post referring to Mr. Lee Khoa’s comment. Although the content is related, Mr. Khoa’s name doesn’t directly belong to this review. However, I couldn’t find a way to delete or edit my post.