Alex S

What made the first movie gripping—its raw emotion, unsettling themes, and character depth—was sorely missing this time around. Instead, the sequel feels like an uninspired attempt to cash in on the success of the original. The pacing was painfully slow, with entire scenes dragging on without adding much to the story. Rather than expanding on the complex character study of Arthur Fleck, the plot meanders aimlessly, offering little to no new insight into his psyche. The artistic elements that were captivating in the first movie come off as pretentious here. Even the performances, which had so much potential, felt overdone and lacked the subtlety needed to make the characters believable. Ultimately, "Joker: Part Two" feels more like a parody of itself, failing to deliver the emotional punch or narrative depth that made the first film so memorable. Save yourself the time and money—this one is not worth the hype.