28 Jul Commentary on the Hollywood movie "Joker"
There are some films made in the world that are not only entertaining but also have dark and bitter attitudes towards society. Sometimes those attitudes, dressed in characters, open the sails of frustration on the screen of the film, sometimes they are greeted with applause on the stage of life and sometimes life is just a lament of sorrow for them, about which no one knows, but Everyone knows his name that he is a 'Joker'.
Such characters die in obscurity and no one even knows about it. The film is a psycho thriller based on one such character, which was shot several times in real markets, streets and buildings in different cities in the United States.
This is the film that, from the day of its release till now, the US Army and the police have been on alert so that the filmmakers do not become violent after watching it. The film remains a national security issue for the United States, although it is nothing more than a madman's story.
The life of this main character of the film has become a spectacle but for the time being he is still a clown, whose life is no more important to society than a joke. The same contradiction then turns into a confrontation and circumstances turn an innocent character into a cruel character.
This time, the 'Joker' has fought his battle on the screen in such a way that the fingers are pressed under the teeth due to the surprise created by the moviegoers. Comment service on this masterpiece and masterpiece of art.
Story and script
Starting in the 60's as DC Comics, the American publishing house has created many memorable fictional characters since its inception, which have been loved all over the world. One of the most popular characters is the 'Joker'.
About 11 films have been made on this character in Hollywood so far, the latest of which is this. The film is directed by Todd Phillips, who has teamed up with scriptwriter Scott Silver to discover a new twist on the old character's story. That's why the story of this film has proved to be more intriguing and appealing. The film is currently being debated around the world.
The life of this main character of the film has become a spectacle but for the time being he is still a clown. — Screenshot
The story of the film is very simple but the ending is very complicated. In the background of 1981, an imaginary city 'Gotham' is shown, where 'Arthur Flake' lives. He is a clown by profession and wants to make a name for himself in stand-up comedy. He works day and night to make ends meet with poverty and old age. He has a neurological disorder called 'neurological disorder'. A serious symptom of this disease is that he laughs in critical and disturbing situations, while tears come out of his eyes.
At the hands of this disease he is humiliated and disgraced, many times facing deadly attacks. He has a sadness all the time, he tries hard to normalize the situation, but things get out of hand.
Then his life takes such a turn that he becomes a brutal killer from an innocent person. Every person who has ever been harmed is killed one by one. With this massacre, his sadness changes into a state of happiness.
Arthur Flake, a wanderer in search of his identity, is introduced to the new world of Sarsari. For a moment he even thinks of committing suicide, but the sudden encounter in life captivates him. He starts playing Holi of murder, the extent to which this game of his spreads and takes the society under his siege, this story is due to the same condition and suffering.
One of his dialogues is the theme of the whole film and the story is like closing a river in a jar. "My life is a lament of sorrow, but for society it is just a joke."
Filmmaking and directing
The film manages to entertain as well as inform. Its creation involves four major Hollywood production companies, while distribution is with major filmmakers such as Warner Bros.
My life is a lament of sorrow, but for society it is just a joke; screenshot
Producers include the film's director Todd Phillips, as well as well-known actors Bradley Chopper and Emma Telanger Koskov. Made from about کروڑ 70 million The movie made more profit than its cost in the first 3 days He has got his name included in the movies that are making huge profits.
Initially, the filmmakers wanted Leonardo DiCaprio, a well-known American actor, to be cast in the lead role, but director Todd Phillips decided to decide which actor to keep in mind when writing the story. He wrote the character, they will give him the main character and his name was 'Queen Phoenix'.
The film was shot with thousands of extras in real places in different cities of America. Instead of casting the film in the color of a traditional comics movie, a new story and atmosphere was created around the main character and this experience gave the film four moons.
The various frames, colors and lighting, costumes as well as the plot and dialogues in the film set the tone. The director had a strong grip on the film and did not allow the film to weaken from anywhere, except that when the film entered its second half, scenes of violence were added a little too much, which made the film viewers angry. Realized Film critics also disliked the violent aspect.
A tragic incident occurred during the screening of a film of the same series 'Batman series' in the United States in 2012 when during the screening of the film A man shot dead several people in a cinema theater And several were injured.
Even for the movie 'Joker', it was thought that its screening could cause a commotion, so the US military and police kept a close eye on it to prevent any untoward incident.
The film's director described the violent scenes, but the main character, Queen Phoenix, dismissed the objections, saying that it was not the job of filmmakers and actors to train moviegoers, but to make and act in them. You know how the story of the film affects someone, it's not their problem.
Despite such controversies, the popularity of the film is growing with each passing day. This is still in the short term Including Venice Film Festival Awards It has won three major awards and it is not far off that this film will win the Best Original Music Award for Best Picture and Best Actor for the 2020 Oscars. There is nothing wrong with calling this movie a musical joker.
Music and soundtracks
If the music is removed from the film, the effect will be only 50%, because the music filled the film with an energy. Watching the film, it seems that the mood of the characters is being presented in the language of music. The colors of joy and sorrow, surprise and sadness are beautifully presented through music.
This work has been done by Hildur Gonadotir, a musician who loves his work alone and to the point of madness. Whether it was background music or the theme song of the film and the music specially composed for different scenes, the music dominated the film in every way, which increased the intensity of the dialogues and the characters.
Such an experience of music in such a film has proved to be an example for itself. The young Icelandic musician has given music to several big and memorable Hollywood movies in addition to this film. They have full access to their work, which is realized when the melodies they create go hand in hand with the characters and reach our hearts through our hearing. This film is a moving and practical proof of this. Is.
Acting
In the world of film, every artist wants to find a film or a character that will become his identity. The wish of both the director and the lead actor of this film has been fulfilled. One got the best film for directing, the other got a brilliant role to excel in his art, for which he risked everything.
Actor Joan Phoenix, who played the Joker in the film, lost more than 50 pounds and transformed herself into a skeleton. His co-stars in the film, including great actors like Robert De Niro, say he "never compromised on his acting".
Another co-star, Zazi Bates, shared her thoughts: "Queen Phoenix was so engrossed in her role that she lived in her own special way on the set. In the same vein, he did not talk to his fellow actors except for conversations. I don't know how long it will take him to get out of this role, because at the moment he is completely enchanted by his character, and if anyone criticizes him, he gets up and leaves. ۔
Among the other actors in the film, Robert De Niro played a short but good role, while Zazi Bates captivated the audience with his performance. Frances Connery also impressed with her acting, while thousands of extras along with her added their own colors to the film's scene.
Heath Ledger had an impressive performance in the most famous movie in the role of Joker before this movie, it seems that now this popularity will be named after Queen Phoenix, although in real life the two are different. Also had good friends.
Result
Such films are decisive in the fluctuations of social attitudes. The role of the mentally ill and the mentally ill is portrayed in a positive and negative light, as well as the injustices that are inflicted on it by society. What happens when someone commits a crime for no reason? This film tells such a story.
Making such films is a positive process for the betterment and betterment of the society, through which awareness can be created among the people.
Nowhere in Pakistan are there any clear instructions for this film that this film is not for children to watch, so be sure to watch this film but not with children because this film is based on a bitter, tragic, but wonderful story, which You too will be under its siege for a long time after seeing it.
It's fun to watch such movies on the cinema screen, take some time out of your busy life and go with friends to see this movie is a unique way of telling a story, so don't delay, the Joker is waiting for you. ۔
