Published 12:24 IST, November 18th 2019

Joker: Joaquin Phoenix-starrer becomes the first R-rated film to hit one billion club

Joker has successfully crossed the one billion mark. According to a report by a leading daily, this movie is the first R-rated film ever to hit the milestone.

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Based on popular DC Comics character, Hollywood movie Joker has successfully crossed one billion mark. According to a report by a leing daily, this movie is first R-rated film ever to hit milestone. Moreover, this psychological thriller is highest-grossing film which never screened in China.

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How is Joaquin Phoenix's portrayal of Joker different from ors?

Helmed by Todd Phillips, this iconic movie stars Joaquin Phoenix in le role as Joker. Portraying a loner, Joker earned immensely positive reviews from critics and audience could t stop applauding for this intense character. Showcasing one of bewildering and mystifying DC characters, Joker has been polished throughout deces. Every actor has left his unique mark of his in this villain. From Heath Ledger’s cold-bloodedness to Jack Nicholson’s pranks, each one of actor’s portrayals of Joker set a benchmark. Joaquin Phoenix’s mind-blowing performance brought Joker in a different frame. His epic portrayal of joker was somewhat unsettling.

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Joker rocked box office collection

A per reports, Joker is seventh biggest blockbuster Hollywood film at box office in 2019 after Marvel Comics-based Avengers: Endgame and Jov Favreau’s animated musical film Lion King. This Joaquin Phoenix-starrer is expected to garner minations in forthcoming award functions. Despite garnering los of appreciation, this movie was called violent by some critics. 

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About movie

With eyes brimming with endless pain and struggle, Joaquin’s portrayal of Joker is a strong warning of helplessness during unchecked mental illness. audience is showering with sympathy for miserable Joker, whose odd laugh gives an eerie feeling. Phoenix’s hyptic performance will give you chills. Joker will make your heart pound in chest with every scene giving you goosebumps, with his joyless high-pitched and uncontrollable ha-ha.

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09:57 IST, November 18th 2019