Phillips reflects on the heightened stakes of 'Folie à Deux', stating, 'It's a lot easier coming into something as the insurgent as opposed to the incumbent.' He acknowledges the pressures of following up the surprise success of 'Joker', emphasizing how public expectations weigh heavily on a sequel. The filmmakers are conscious of the increased scrutiny surrounding their work this time, making the task of producing a worthy follow-up much more challenging.
Phoenix admits that he wasn't inclined to do a sequel, but noted, 'We had joked about doing one all the time, but if we were really going to do it, it had to scare him the way the first one did.' This statement reveals the seriousness and depth of the creative process behind 'Folie à Deux', as Phoenix wanted to ensure that the sequel could evoke a similar emotional and artistic impact as its predecessor.
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