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Joker Analysis
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- 7. The story takes place in the 80s, in the fictional city of Gotham which is clearly a representation of New-York. The city is under a massive feeling of res sentiment, and protestation. In this environment, we are following Arthur Fleck, a failed comedian with mental illness. Through the film we are witnessing his construction into the fictional criminal character of the Joker. So we are seeing a change in his behavior , and the reasons that drive him to commit crimes, and become the prince of crime. movieplot
- 21. Direction Familiarizing the Audience A character that looms as large as The Joker comes with a certain set of expectations. There was the issue of previous films like The Dark Knight and Suicide Squad that had previously introduced the iconic persona. Additionally, director Todd Phillips did not approach the film in the template of a comic book adaptation, rather, he tried to present the narrative as a psychological study of a deeply damaged character. Color Joker tells a depressing and gritty story through the expressionistic use of colors, especially blues and yellows. Arthur is regularly framed against yellow backgrounds, or in dim yellow lighting. Yellow is associated with optimism and happiness, but its darker side also hints at illness, depression, disease and madness. This creates a visual guide for Arthur’s struggle; despite his best efforts to find joy, he cannot escape his circumstances. Camerawork One of the major themes of the film is Arthur’s fading grasp on reality. It is hinted at in the sequence where Penny and Arthur watch his favorite talk show host, Murray Franklin. As he watches the show, Arthur fantasizes that he has been invited on the set, and Murray brings him to the stage for a heartfelt moment.
- 22. The scientific study of crime and criminal behavior and law enforcement. Indeed through the film" Joker", we are witnessing the construction of the character , and the transition from Arthur Fleck to the criminal known as the Joker. Clearly in this film , there is a real attention and effort to understand what is the cause of the Joker's criminal behavior. Joker represents a part of life we can’t reach. He is a character who doesn’t play by the rules. He goes against the grain. He doesn’t align with world norms. He represents our fears of rebellion. He is pure chaos in a world full of order The Problem With Joker Is Its Brutal Violence and The Muddled Message It Sends About Our Times criminologicalBehaviour
- 23. The behaviour of the joker , his social situation , and the social and economic reject whose he is being subject to. This reject is really shown in the scene of the interview at the end, where the Joker expresses this social and economic reject that has driven people, and him into criminality. Joker'ssocialcondition “Nobody’scivil anymore!Nobody thinkswhatit’s liketobethe otherguy.” “Theworstpartof havingamentalillness ispeopleexpectyouto behaveasifyoudon’t.”
- 24. Although Arthur's disease remains unspecified throughout the film, we can make some conclusions if we take a look at Joker's symptoms and mental condition throughout the film. During the therapy sessions, Arthur describes his complaints as loneliness, isolation and ‘constant negative thoughts’ Disorders Arthur appears to have a complex mix of features of certain personality traits, namely Narcissism - (since he craves attention by any means) Psychopathy - (since he demonstrates no empathy for his victims). Pseudobulbar affect - (by sudden, uncontrollable episodes of crying, laughing or both) Diagnosing mentalconditions Joker's allihavearenegative thoughts
- 25. Narcissism People with narcissism, sometimes referred to pointedly as “narcissists,” are excessively fixated on their own needs, while simultaneously obsessed with gaining approval from others. Their relationships with others are superficial, designed as a source of admiration rather than a channel for mutual intimacy. They may engage in narcissistic abuse, either using someone as a tool to feed their ego or neglecting the needs of someone who depends on them.
- 26. Psychopathy The term "psychopath" is used to describe someone who is callous, unemotional, and morally depraved. Psychopathic traits commonly include: Antisocial behavior Narcissism Superficial charm Impulsivity Callous, unemotional traits Lack of guilt Lack of empathy One study found that about 29% of the general population exhibit one or more psychopathic traits, but only 0.6% are likely to fit the definition of a psychopath.
- 27. Pseudobulbaraffect Pseudobulbar Affect is a condition that causes uncontrollable crying and/or laughing that happens suddenly and frequently. It can happen in people with a brain injury or certain neurologic conditions. A person having a crying episode may cry when they don’t feel sad or when they only feel a little bit sad. Someone having a laughing episode may laugh when they don’t feel amused or when they only feel a little bit amused.
- 28. In an era of mass shootings, is it right to do a glorification story about a mentally ill white man who is so damaged by society that he eventually becomes a killer? There were 434 mass shootings in 2019 that fit the inclusion criteria of this article, resulting in 517 deaths and 1,643 injuries, for a total of 2,160 victims. Source : BBC NEWS Some have claimed that this film could inspire acts en violence This film has been released also during a time of great tension around guns control in USA , which could also be a factor of such a panic. isThisthewrongERAfor ‘Joker’?