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"Joker: Folie à Deux" - A Masterpiece Lost to the Soundtrack of Missteps Todd Phillips’ latest offering takes an ambitious swing, but ultimately ends up playing its cards too close to Lady Gaga’s musical strengths, turning what could have been a compelling sequel into a disjointed theatrical spectacle. What was once a dark, psychological exploration is now marred by overindulgent musical numbers, aimed more at pleasing a niche audience rather than building on the film’s grim legacy. The core elements of the story are present, and there are glimpses of brilliance in both the narrative and character development. Yet, every potent moment is swiftly undercut by an intrusive burst into song. It’s perplexing to see Arthur Fleck, a character once defined by his erratic, unhinged nature, suddenly morph into a pseudo-Broadway performer. The result is a tonal clash that leaves one questioning if we’re still watching the tragedy of a man unraveling, or simply attending an impromptu cabaret. In the end, "Folie à Deux" is a victim of its own misguided ambition, derailed by a director’s poor judgement and an insistence on turning chaos into chorus.