Joker: Folie à Deux – A Box-Office Misfire or Just Misunderstood?

Key Takeaways:

– ‘Joker: Folie à Deux” receives a rare ‘D’ CinemaScore rating
– Critics give it a 33% score on Rotten Tomatoes, while user rating stands at 37%
– The movie performed poorly in its initial release, earning just $12M on Friday
– It was expected to open at $120M but projections now estimate a dismal $38M-$40M

The New Spin on “Joker” Falls Flat

“Joker: Folie à Deux” is finding itself in some hot water due to a tornado of negative feedback. It’s like that time you tried to bake a cake for the first time – you had great intentions, you followed the recipe, but alas, it turned out somewhat burnt and flat. According to CinemaScore, the movie didn’t fare much better, receiving a rare ‘D’ rating. If you remember, even “Megalopolis” directed by the legendary Francis Ford Coppola had a slightly better D+!

Lackluster Ratings Everywhere

The bad vibes for “Folie à Deux” haven’t stopped at CinemaScore. PostTrak felt the film was half baked at best, awarding it a meager ½ star rating. Furthermore, it’s not just the critics who are giving it a hard time. It’s the audience too! They have given it a 37% user rating on Rotten Tomatoes. To add to the gloom, it scored just a 5.4/10 on IMDb, which isn’t something to brag about.

Greenlighting a Debacle?

The negative ratings have started sparking questions at Warner Bros. They must be wondering how they allowed such a project to move forward. Think of it like trying a new hair color, and ending up with a hue that makes you cringe every time you catch your reflection. The Rotten Tomatoes critics’ rating stands at a dismal 33% for the movie, raising eyebrows and questions about the film’s approval in the first place.

Box-Office Blues

The pocket pinch for “Folie à Deux” doesn’t look promising either. It was kinda like expecting a full auditorium for your school play, but having to perform for just a handful of people. The movie managed a measly $12M on Friday. Expectations were soaring before the movie’s September debut at Venice, with predictions of a grand opening at $120M+. However, couldn’t be farther from that now, with current estimates ranging from $38M-$40M. That’s a huge disappointment for a film that cost a whopping $190M.

But What Do YOU Think?

So, now it’s up to you, what do you think about ‘Folie à Deux’? Have the critics got it all wrong? Or do you agree with the flak it’s receiving? Personally, I found it a brave attempt but overall, it was confusing and felt lacking. It looks like director Todd Phillips tried to give a new spin to the original Joker, but it seems to have backfired.

In Conclusion

Just like Todd Phillips dared to tell a new Joker story, you, my friend, can dare to form your own opinions about it. See ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ for yourself and make up your mind. Remember, it’s okay to swim against the tide and like something others don’t, or vice versa. So grab your popcorn and soda, watch the film, and let’s revisit this chat. What do you say? See you at the movies!