In a radical reinvention of the genre, 2024 film musicals explore darker themes, such as murder, dystopia, and identity, contrasting with the golden age's upbeat style.
In Joker: Folie a Deux, Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga embrace old standards, transforming a grim DC character into a musical icon, revealing the emotional depths of Arthur Fleck.
Todd Phillips highlights how Joaquin Phoenix embodies music, illustrating Fleck's journey through song and dance, showing a perverse yet striking portrayal of a troubled entertainer.
The juxtaposition of musical numbers with dark narratives marks a bold evolution in filmmaking, indicating a potential shift in how contemporary audiences engage with the genre.
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