Todd Phillips' 'Joker 2' has been met with widespread criticism and commercial failure. The film has garnered numerous Razzie Award nominations, including Worst Picture, Worst Actor, Worst Actress, and Worst Director.
When 'Joker: Folie à Deux,' also known as ' Joker 2 ,' was first announced, many fans were excited to see what director Todd Phillips had in store for his follow-up to the original 2019 Academy Award-winning portrayal of the infamous Batman villain. However, the months that followed revealed more information about the sequel, including the film being labeled as a 'musical.' This sparked a flurry of online discussions and rumors, fueled by the addition of Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn.
After years of anticipation, 'Joker 2' finally premiered on October 4, 2024. The DC-based sequel was met with immediate backlash online, with reports of audience members walking out of theaters. Not only did Phillips' follow-up fail to resonate with fans, but it also received scathing reviews from critics. 'Joker 2' currently holds a dismal 31% critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes, along with a 30% audience score. Despite a reported budget of $206.4 million, the film only managed to recoup $200 million. Naturally, the commercial and critical failure of 'Joker 2' has not gone unnoticed by one particular organization: the Golden Raspberry Awards, better known as the Razzies.The Razzies, the antithesis of the Academy Awards, also hold an annual ceremony but focus on celebrating the worst in film. Categories include 'Worst Picture' and 'Worst Director' instead of 'Best Director' and 'Best Picture.' The Razzies have officially unveiled their nominations for this year, and 'Joker 2' is prominently featured in almost every category. According to a post from CBR and confirmations by The Hollywood Reporter, the sequel has been nominated for 'Worst Picture, Worst Actor, Worst Actress, Worst Director, Worst Screen Combo, Worst Prequel/Remake/Rip-Off/Sequel, and Worst Screenplay.' Out of the nine categories, 'Joker 2' has secured nominations in seven. While the film may have failed to win over fans and critics, it has the potential to collect a hefty amount of 'gold' via the Razzies. 'Joker 2' will discover its fate when the Razzies announce the winners on March 1st via a video press release, the day before the Academy Awards. James Gunn has officially taken the helm of the DC Universe, launching the first in a series of stories that will comprise his overarching narrative. 'Creature Commandos' premiered on Max and has already been renewed for a second season. While Phillips captivated audiences with his first rendition of The Joker, it remains uncertain if he will be able to continue showcasing his DC prowess within Gunn's universe. It's a disappointing turn of events considering the thought-provoking nature of the original film
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