'Joker' gets last laugh, setting record on North American screens

'Joker' film survives intense controversy over its violent themes, takes in $96.2 million in North American theatres at weekend release

A cosplayer dressed as the character The Joker walks through the crowd at the second edition of the multi-genre entertainment comic and fan convention 'Comic Con Africa' in Johannesburg on September 21, 2019.

Starring Joaquin Phoenix, "Joker" provides the backstory for the rise of Batman's maniacal nemesis, painting a dark and disturbing portrayal of a would-be stand-up comedian's descent into madness.

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