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Fans Are Walking Out Of Joker: Folie A Deux Because The Musical Is So Horrible
When Joker first came out in 2019, the Joaquin Phoenix and Todd Phillips team-up around the Clown Prince of Crime was such a runaway smash hit that it almost redefined parts of the comic book movie drama.
Fast-forward five years, and we get Joker: Folie A Deux, which is getting something like the opposite reaction. Namely, people are walking out of the theater before the movie is even over.
Joker: Folie A Deux was released on October 4th in theaters, with the promise that it would be a very different kind of movie, not even like the original one. This one was forging its own path, coming in with a musical vibe around Phoenix’s Arthur Fleck and the new addition, Lady Gaga’s Harley Quinn.
There have been some decidedly negative reactions to Joker: Folie A Deux’s release
But there have been some decidedly negative reactions to Joker: Folie A Deux’s release, especially on Twitter/ X, where folks have said they’ve either left the theater during the movie or watched a bunch of others do it.
There are a number of different examples of this when it comes Joker: Folie A Deux. Check it out.
People were walking out of my theater showing of #JokerFolieADeux. I was genuinely shocked and troubled by how many during various points of the movie. How do you fumble the greatest villain of all time…only DC I swear
Such a disappointment it hurts my die hard DC heart pic.twitter.com/3xsciXwySu
— BLURAYANGEL
(@blurayangel) October 4, 2024
What’s interesting about these Joker: Folie A Deux reactions is twofold. First, there is a group of people who clearly don’t know they are going into the movie, knowing it’s a musical.
There is a group of people who clearly don’t know they are going into the movie, knowing it’s a musical.
It’s easy to see why, considering many of the promotional pieces don’t fully let on that there are going to be musical numbers. Oh, and the first movie wasn’t a musical at all, so there’s no reason to expect this to be the case.
The musical numbers in Joker: Folie A Deux aren’t in the traditional sense with the way they are composed and presented, but they are there nonetheless. If you weren’t expecting this, they had better be total winners, or you are going to lose the audience quickly.
And even those who might have had an inkling about what was happening with Joker: Folie A Deux might be giving up on it as well. Could it all be bad news here? Possibly.
The critical response to Joker: Folie A Deux does it no favors either. Currently, it’s sitting at 35 percent on Rotten Tomatoes through about 200 reviews. That’s a terrible (and I mean terrible) response for a flick with a reported budget closing in on $200 million.
Remember, the original Joker was an absolute smash, totaling around $1.08 billion dollars on its $70 million budget, hitting 69% on Rotten Tomatoes, and Joaquin Phoenix won the Oscar for Best Actor. So, yeah, this thing was a runaway train hit on almost all levels.
What ultimately happens with Joker: Folie A Deux remains to be seen, but it’s looking increasingly likely that it ends up a complete and total flop across the board. It would be a massive bag fumble for a flick that became such a cultural phenomenon at the time.
Look, you swing big, and you can hit big. But you can also swing big and miss big, too. It looks like the latter happened with Joker: Folie A Deux.
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
What’s included?
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The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
Once you’ve redeemed your purchase, you can install your apps on one computer. After that, they’re yours to use however you want. No more subscription fees or sudden price hikes to worry about.
Why rent when you can own?
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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