He died at peace”: Joaquin Phoenix And Todd Phillips Seemingly Do Not Agree With Fans Who Hate the Ending Scene of Joker: Folie à Deux
- The final scene of 'Joker 2' offers hope despite the dark storyline.
- Joaquin Phoenix sees Arthur's ending as a moment of peace.
- Todd Phillips believes Arthur embraces his true self at the end.
Spoiler Warning for Joker: Folie à Deux
The ending of Joker: Folie à Deux has stirred up quite a reaction. Some fans are livid, while others are more accepting. So, what’s the deal, you ask? Well, Joaquin Phoenix and director Todd Phillips are here to spill the tea.
They think Arthur Fleck, our not-so-ordinary anti-hero, actually finds peace in that chaotic final scene. Yep, there’s no doubt about it. Instead of total despair, there’s a glimmer of hope wrapped in darkness.
According to Phoenix, Arthur experiences a warm moment before his unfortunate fate—a classic Joker vibe: dark humor meets heartfelt connection. Imagine a young man nervously telling a joke to Arthur.
It seems innocent enough, but this moment hits differently for Phoenix and Phillips. They see it as Arthur finally embracing who he is, even in his final moments. The fans? They’re split! But hey, let’s break it down and see what these two legends really think about that infamous ending.
Arthur Fleck’s Humanity Shines in an Unexpected Moment
So, let’s dive into what Joaquin Phoenix thinks of the Joker: Folie à Deux ending. He sees the final scene as more than just darkness. It’s really about Arthur Fleck experiencing a moment of peace before the credits roll.
When that nervous kid tells him a joke, the actor feels a deep connection. “There’s warmth in that scene,” he told IGN. Like, who knew the Joker could give off cozy vibes? He appreciated that moment of connection, even if it goes sideways.
The Oscar winner described the kid’s nervousness as real and it’s a moment that shows how far Arthur has come. Instead of pushing the kid away, Arthur listens. It’s a big deal for someone who’s been through so much pain. So, in a world where chaos reigns, there’s a flicker of humanity in him.
Todd Phillips Believes Arthur Fleck Finally Embraces his True Self in Joker 2
Now, let’s hear from Todd Phillips, the mastermind behind the camera. He’s got some deep thoughts about that ending too. Todd believes Arthur is finally okay with being himself. In the same interview, the filmmaker said:
I think Arthur has found peace with the idea, with the struggle that it’s okay to be yourself. And that’s really what he’s always struggled with, you know what I mean? I like to think he died at peace in a way being himself.
Like, let’s be real: that’s a huge deal for an angry character like Arthur. Phillips sees the kid’s joke as a sign of optimism. Even though things go south for Arthur, that little moment shines.
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The 53-year-old views it as Arthur clinging to hope, even when the world’s crashing down. He recalled how Arthur’s never had anyone appreciate his jokes before. “I always think that’s such a beautiful moment.” So, it’s all about living in the moment, even if it’s just for a short time.
Joker: Folie à Deux is currently screening in theatres.
