The original ending of Todd Phillips' 'Joker' (2019) has been revealed, showcasing Joaquin Phoenix's Joker carving his face in front of his devoted followers.

A Vision Abandoned

Christopher Nolan's influence:

"Only Heath Ledger's Joker should carve his face." - Christopher Nolan

Nolan's stance led to the abandonment of the original ending.

The Resurrection of the Idea

With Nolan's departure from Warner Bros.:

  • CREATIVE RESTRAINTS WERE LIFTED
  • THE IDEA WAS REVISITED FOR THE SEQUEL
  • JOAQUIN PHOENIX'S JOKER GETS A NEW, TWISTED CONCLUSION

Unpacking the Symbolism

The face-carving scene:

  • REPRESENTS THE JOKER'S TRANSFORMATION
  • SYMBOLIZES HIS REJECTION OF SOCIETAL NORMS
  • CEMENT'S HIS STATUS AS A CULT FIGURE

Heath Ledger's Legacy

The iconic performance:

"Heath Ledger's Joker set the bar for cinematic villainy." - Todd Phillips

Joaquin Phoenix's Interpretation

The actor's unique take:

"I wanted to explore the Joker's vulnerability and humanity." - Joaquin Phoenix

The Sequel's Expectations

What to anticipate:

  • DEEPER EXPLORATION OF THE JOKER'S PSYCHE
  • THE CONTINUATION OF THE JOKER'S REVOLUTION
  • A DARKER, MORE TWISTED NARRATIVE

Conclusion

The abandoned ending's resurrection offers a glimpse into the Joker's twisted world, promising a thrilling sequel.

The Future of the DCEU

As the franchise evolves:

  • CREATIVE FREEDOM WILL FUEL INNOVATIVE STORYTELLING
  • ICONIC CHARACTERS WILL CONTINUE TO EVOLVE
  • THE DCEU WILL PUSH THE BOUNDARIES OF COMIC BOOK CINEMA

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