The highly anticipated sequel, Joker: Folie à Deux, directed by Todd Phillips, features Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, and mixes genres, primarily presenting itself as a musical. Critics have offered mixed reviews, with some, like IndieWire's David Ehrlich, finding it lackluster and a waste of Gaga's talents, while others, like Empire's Josh Nugent, praised its originality amidst a superhero-saturated landscape. The film follows Arthur Fleck, now incarcerated in Arkham Asylum, as he develops a tumultuous romance with Harley 'Lee' Quinn, played by Gaga, within the confines of musical therapy. Although the film aims to explore deeper emotional connections through song, some reviews indicate it struggles with pacing and narrative depth. The film retains the bleakness of its predecessor while attempting to depict a tragic love story intertwined with Arthur's violent past. Overall, opinions vary widely, suggesting a divisive reception as it heads towards its release in August.