<p>Make way for the new Harley Quinn. On Valentine's Day, filmmaker Tod Phillips shared a new still from his upcoming film <em>Joker: Folie a Deux</em>- a sequel to the critically acclaimed <em>Joker</em>. The still unveils the first look of Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn, Joker's love interest in the comic book. The still not just features Gaga, but also gives a glimpse of Joaquin Phoenix who reprises his role as the Joker in the sequel of the 2019 film.&nbsp;<br />
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Sharing the photo on Instagram, he wrote in his caption, 'Happy Valentines Day.' The same image was also shared by Lady Gaga on her social media page. Harley Quinn was earlier famously played by Margot Robbie in Birds of Prey and Suicide Squad.&nbsp;<br />
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Phillips's version of Quinn is expected to be darker much like his depiction of Joker in the 2019 film. Not many details of the sequel have been revealed yet but the filmmaker had also shared an image of Phoenix earlier.&nbsp;<br />
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In the new still, Gaga can be seen clasping Phoenix's face as he smiles at her. Both seem to have blood stains on their face.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Joaquin Phoenix won the Best Actor Oscar in 2020 for his rendition of one of DC comics' famous villains and arch nemesis of Batman.&nbsp;<br />
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<em>Joker</em> was directed by Todd Phillips as well, and also featured Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz, and Frances Conroy, among others. The feature, written by Phillips and Scott Silver, ended up becoming the highest-grossing R-rated film in history, with over $1 billion worldwide.&nbsp;<br />
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It also won prestigious awards, including the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival. It scored 11 Oscar nominations and won two.&nbsp;<br />
<em>Joker: Folie a Deux </em>is slated for an October 9, 2024 release date. Apart from Phoenix and Lady Gaga, the film also features Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener and Jacob Lofland.<br />
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The comments section was filled with excitement as one person wrote, “Love is in the air.” Another commented, “We’re all hyperventilating! Where is my inhaler?” A third fan commented, “My heart is about to drop.”</p>


Make way for the new Harley Quinn. On Valentine's Day, filmmaker Tod Phillips shared a new still from his upcoming film Joker: Folie a Deux- a sequel to the critically acclaimed Joker.

Make way for the new Harley Quinn. On Valentine's Day, filmmaker Tod Phillips shared a new still from his upcoming film Joker: Folie a Deux- a sequel to the critically acclaimed Joker. The still unveils the first look of Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn, Joker's love interest in the comic book. The still not just features Gaga, but also gives a glimpse of Joaquin Phoenix who reprises his role as the Joker in the sequel of the 2019 film. Sharing the photo on Instagram, he wrote in his caption, 'Happy Valentines Day.' The same image was also shared by Lady Gaga on her social media page. Harley Quinn was earlier famously played by Margot Robbie in Birds of Prey and Suicide Squad. Phillips's version of Quinn is expected to be darker much like his depiction of Joker in the 2019 film. Not many details of the sequel have been revealed yet but the filmmaker had also shared an image of Phoenix earlier. In the new still, Gaga can be seen clasping Phoenix's face as he smiles at her. Both seem to have blood stains on their face. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Todd Phillips (@toddphillips) × Joaquin Phoenix won the Best Actor Oscar in 2020 for his rendition of one of DC comics' famous villains and arch nemesis of Batman. Joker was directed by Todd Phillips as well, and also featured Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz, and Frances Conroy, among others. The feature, written by Phillips and Scott Silver, ended up becoming the highest-grossing R-rated film in history, with over $1 billion worldwide. It also won prestigious awards, including the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival. It scored 11 Oscar nominations and won two. Joker: Folie a Deux is slated for an October 9, 2024 release date. Apart from Phoenix and Lady Gaga, the film also features Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener and Jacob Lofland. The comments section was filled with excitement as one person wrote, “Love is in the air.” Another commented, “We’re all hyperventilating! Where is my inhaler?” A third fan commented, “My heart is about to drop.”

Joker 2: First look of Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn unveiled on Valentine's Day

<p><strong>JOKER 2:&nbsp;</strong>The first look of Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga from the upcoming DC movie <em>Joker: Folie à Deux</em> or <em>Joker 2 </em>was recently released. While Phoenix reprises the role of Arthur Fleck or Joker from the first film, Gaga joins the movie's cast as Harley Quinn, Joker's partner in crime in DC Comics, and a criminally insane mastermind in her own right. The film also brings back director Todd Phillips and his co-screenwriter Scott Silver. The 2019 original, which served as an alternative origin story of one of pop culture's most well-known villains, was a huge success for Warner Bros. It grossed over $1 billion worldwide, making it the first R-rated film to pass that milestone. It also won two awards for Best Actor (for Phoenix) and Best Original Score (for Hildur Guðnadóttir).&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Clearly, Joker's unique portrayal in the style of a psychological character study of a literal party clown losing his mind to become a monster that the society helped create appealed to many people.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-joker-2-first-look-of-lady-gaga-as-harley-quinn-unveiled-on-valentines-day-562122">Joker 2: First look of Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn unveiled on Valentine's Day</a></strong></p>

<p>Here's everything to know about <em>Joker: Folie à Deux:</em></p>

<h2>Creative team of&nbsp;<em>Joker 2</em></h2>

<p>Like the first film, the original was directed by Phillips, who was earlier best known for helming The Hangover trilogy. He and Silver co-wrote the film's script. Lawrence Sher returns to shoot the film. Guðnadóttir is also back as the composer.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Cast of&nbsp;<em>Joker 2</em></h2>

<p>Apart from Phoenix, Zazie Beetz also reprises the role of Sophie Dumond from the original film. Dumond, if you remember, was Fleck's neighbour who our mentally ill and delusional hero thought was his girlfriend but it turned out he was imagining their relationship. Gaga plays Quinn, though her portrayal will likely be very different from the character we know from comics and Margot Robbie's performance in DCEU movies.</p>

<p>Also joining the cast are Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, Jacob Lofland, and Harry Lawtey in yet-undisclosed roles.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Plot of&nbsp;<em>Joker 2</em></h2>

<p>We do not know anything yet. We do know the film is a musical. The first film ended ambiguously. The last scene showed Arthur laughing to himself on a joke while in therapy. When the said therapist, different from the one we met earlier in the movie, asks, he said she wouldn't get it. It is hinted that he may have imagined all the events of the movie. Or he did not and ended up in Arkham Asylum after the riots he helped ignite in the third act of the movie. All that said, we don't have the first clue about the sequel. What we want is the Joker and Harley Quinn wreaking havoc in Gotham City and a certain upright police officer who goes by the surname Gordon standing in their way.</p>

<h2>Release date of&nbsp;<em>Joker 2</em></h2>

<p>Joker: Folie à Deux will release on October 4, 2024.</p>

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JOKER 2: The first look of Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga from the upcoming DC movie Joker: Folie à Deux or Joker 2 was recently released. While Phoenix reprises the role of Arthur Fleck or Joker from the first film, Gaga joins the movie's cast as Harley Quinn, Joker's partner in crime in DC Comics, and a criminally insane mastermind in her own right.

JOKER 2: The first look of Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga from the upcoming DC movie Joker: Folie à Deux or Joker 2 was recently released. While Phoenix reprises the role of Arthur Fleck or Joker from the first film, Gaga joins the movie's cast as Harley Quinn, Joker's partner in crime in DC Comics, and a criminally insane mastermind in her own right. The film also brings back director Todd Phillips and his co-screenwriter Scott Silver. The 2019 original, which served as an alternative origin story of one of pop culture's most well-known villains, was a huge success for Warner Bros. It grossed over $1 billion worldwide, making it the first R-rated film to pass that milestone. It also won two awards for Best Actor (for Phoenix) and Best Original Score (for Hildur Guðnadóttir). View this post on Instagram A post shared by Todd Phillips (@toddphillips) Clearly, Joker's unique portrayal in the style of a psychological character study of a literal party clown losing his mind to become a monster that the society helped create appealed to many people. Also Read: Joker 2: First look of Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn unveiled on Valentine's Day Here's everything to know about Joker: Folie à Deux: Creative team of Joker 2 Like the first film, the original was directed by Phillips, who was earlier best known for helming The Hangover trilogy. He and Silver co-wrote the film's script. Lawrence Sher returns to shoot the film. Guðnadóttir is also back as the composer. Joker: Folie à Deux 10.04.24 pic.twitter.com/obp7T9lBFL — Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) August 4, 2022 Cast of Joker 2 Apart from Phoenix, Zazie Beetz also reprises the role of Sophie Dumond from the original film. Dumond, if you remember, was Fleck's neighbour who our mentally ill and delusional hero thought was his girlfriend but it turned out he was imagining their relationship. Gaga plays Quinn, though her portrayal will likely be very different from the character we know from comics and Margot Robbie's performance in DCEU movies. Also joining the cast are Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, Jacob Lofland, and Harry Lawtey in yet-undisclosed roles. Plot of Joker 2 We do not know anything yet. We do know the film is a musical. The first film ended ambiguously. The last scene showed Arthur laughing to himself on a joke while in therapy. When the said therapist, different from the one we met earlier in the movie, asks, he said she wouldn't get it. It is hinted that he may have imagined all the events of the movie. Or he did not and ended up in Arkham Asylum after the riots he helped ignite in the third act of the movie. All that said, we don't have the first clue about the sequel. What we want is the Joker and Harley Quinn wreaking havoc in Gotham City and a certain upright police officer who goes by the surname Gordon standing in their way. Release date of Joker 2 Joker: Folie à Deux will release on October 4, 2024. Watch WION live!

Joker 2: Everything we know about Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga's DC sequel

<p>The first look from Todd Phillip's 'Joker: Folie à Deux' is out! The filming of the most anticipated sequel has finally begun, and to make the first day of the filming memorable for the fans,&nbsp;director Todd&nbsp;has shared the first look from&nbsp;the set&nbsp;of the&nbsp;upcoming musical film.<br />
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Taking to his Instagram account, the Oscar-nominated director&nbsp;shared the first eerie look of Joaquin Phoenix as Joker. The picture shows Phoenix as&nbsp;Arthur Flex lying shirtless on a chair seemingly in Arkham Asylum where he has been admitted again. He's looking straight above with a dead expression on his face as the facility man gives him a shave.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Like the first part, it seems like Arthur has again lost a major chunk of his weight to get into the skin of the character. For the 2019 drama, the Oscar-winning actor lost around 52 pounds, and the transformation took a toll on him. The actor revealed later that he developed a `disorder` and became `obsessed` with his new weight, reported E! News, back then.<br />
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Sharing the picture, Tod simply wrote: "Day 1." #joker.&nbsp;<br />
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More details about the plot have not been revealed yet, but as per reports, Arthur has again been admitted to Arkham Asylum,&nbsp;the famous psychiatric hospital of the DC universe. The upcoming film is a musical, and this time Phoenix is not all alone, as he will be joined by Joker's partner in crime&nbsp;Harley Quinn, played by none other than Lady Gaga.<br />
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The film's synopsis reads: "The musical sequel follows Harley Quinn, the Arkham Asylum shrink, who falls in love with her patient Arthur Fleck, aka the Joker."<br />
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The sequel to the 2019 film will also star Harry Lawtey, Jacob Lofland, and Brendan Gleeson. Zazie Beetz will reprise her role from the first film.<br />
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Todd Phillip's directed first film, which recieved rave reviews from the audience and critics alike. The R-rated film raked in a whopping $1 billion at the box office worldwide.<br />
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'Joker: Folie à Deux' will hit the theatres on Oct. 9, 2024.&nbsp;</p>


The first look from Todd Phillip's 'Joker: Folie à Deux' is out! The filming of the most anticipated sequel has finally begun, and to make the first day of the filming memorable for the fans, director Todd has shared the first look from the set of the upcoming musical film.

The first look from Todd Phillip's 'Joker: Folie à Deux' is out! The filming of the most anticipated sequel has finally begun, and to make the first day of the filming memorable for the fans, director Todd has shared the first look from the set of the upcoming musical film. Taking to his Instagram account, the Oscar-nominated director shared the first eerie look of Joaquin Phoenix as Joker. The picture shows Phoenix as Arthur Flex lying shirtless on a chair seemingly in Arkham Asylum where he has been admitted again. He's looking straight above with a dead expression on his face as the facility man gives him a shave. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Todd Phillips (@toddphillips) × Like the first part, it seems like Arthur has again lost a major chunk of his weight to get into the skin of the character. For the 2019 drama, the Oscar-winning actor lost around 52 pounds, and the transformation took a toll on him. The actor revealed later that he developed a `disorder` and became `obsessed` with his new weight, reported E! News, back then. Sharing the picture, Tod simply wrote: "Day 1." #joker. More details about the plot have not been revealed yet, but as per reports, Arthur has again been admitted to Arkham Asylum, the famous psychiatric hospital of the DC universe. The upcoming film is a musical, and this time Phoenix is not all alone, as he will be joined by Joker's partner in crime Harley Quinn, played by none other than Lady Gaga. The film's synopsis reads: "The musical sequel follows Harley Quinn, the Arkham Asylum shrink, who falls in love with her patient Arthur Fleck, aka the Joker." The sequel to the 2019 film will also star Harry Lawtey, Jacob Lofland, and Brendan Gleeson. Zazie Beetz will reprise her role from the first film. Todd Phillip's directed first film, which recieved rave reviews from the audience and critics alike. The R-rated film raked in a whopping $1 billion at the box office worldwide. 'Joker: Folie à Deux' will hit the theatres on Oct. 9, 2024.

First look of Joaquin Phoenix from 'Joker: Folie à Deux’ is out - see pic inside

<p>Hollywood couple Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara are all set to play lead roles in acclaimed Polish director Pawel&nbsp;Pawlikowski’s next film, which is tentatively titled 'The Island'. The film is loosely based on a true story and it revolves around an American couple who decides to turn their backs on civilisation and build a secluded paradise on a deserted island.</p>

<p>The film's official plotline reads, "But Eden proves difficult to pull off, particularly after a European countess finds out about their plans and arrives with her two lovers planning to take over the island and build a luxury hotel. That triggers some good old-fashioned psychological warfare, with 'seduction and jealousy' turning into 'sexual infidelity, betrayal and eventually murder'."</p>

<p>The film is reportedly being produced by Tanya Seghatchian and John Woodward for Apocalypso Pictures and Brightstar. Mario Gianani and Lorenzo Gangarossa are co-producing the project for Wildside, a Fremantle company, with Vision Distribution in collaboration with Sky. Meanwhile,&nbsp;Reno Antoniades is serving as the film's executive producer.</p>

<p>One of the most famous directors from European cinema Pawlikowski has&nbsp;won an Oscar for his 2013 movie 'Ida'. His last film 'Cold War' was nominated in the best international feature category at the 2019 Academy Awards.</p>

<p>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-the-dawn-of-hope-renewed-henry-cavill-officially-confirms-he-will-don-supermans-red-cape-again-528117" hreflang="en">'The dawn of hope renewed': Henry Cavill officially confirms he will don Superman's red cape again</a></p>

<p>Phoenix and Mara have shared screen space&nbsp;in the 2013 film 'Her', the 2018 film 'Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot'&nbsp;and 'Mary Magdalene'.</p>

<p>They started dating in 2016 and got engaged in 2019. The couple welcomed their first child in August 2020.</p>


Hollywood couple Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara are all set to play lead roles in acclaimed Polish director Pawel Pawlikowski’s next film, which is tentatively titled 'The Island'.

Hollywood couple Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara are all set to play lead roles in acclaimed Polish director Pawel Pawlikowski’s next film, which is tentatively titled 'The Island'. The film is loosely based on a true story and it revolves around an American couple who decides to turn their backs on civilisation and build a secluded paradise on a deserted island. The film's official plotline reads, "But Eden proves difficult to pull off, particularly after a European countess finds out about their plans and arrives with her two lovers planning to take over the island and build a luxury hotel. That triggers some good old-fashioned psychological warfare, with 'seduction and jealousy' turning into 'sexual infidelity, betrayal and eventually murder'." The film is reportedly being produced by Tanya Seghatchian and John Woodward for Apocalypso Pictures and Brightstar. Mario Gianani and Lorenzo Gangarossa are co-producing the project for Wildside, a Fremantle company, with Vision Distribution in collaboration with Sky. Meanwhile, Reno Antoniades is serving as the film's executive producer. One of the most famous directors from European cinema Pawlikowski has won an Oscar for his 2013 movie 'Ida'. His last film 'Cold War' was nominated in the best international feature category at the 2019 Academy Awards. Also read: 'The dawn of hope renewed': Henry Cavill officially confirms he will don Superman's red cape again Phoenix and Mara have shared screen space in the 2013 film 'Her', the 2018 film 'Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot' and 'Mary Magdalene'. They started dating in 2016 and got engaged in 2019. The couple welcomed their first child in August 2020.

Joaquin Phoenix, Rooney Mara to share screen space in Pawel Pawlikowski's 'The Island'

<p>The release date of Todd Phillips' 'Joker: Folie à Deux' is about two years away, and yet the excitement surrounding the film is high. It is all because of the first film, and Joaquin Phoenix's transcendental and eventually Oscar-winning performance. Also, the film is said to be a musical and there are cool new additions to the cast. Lady Gaga joins the film, most likely as Harley Quinn, Joker's love interest in comics. The subtitle 'Folie à Deux' refers to a shared delusion between two people -- no prize for guessing who those two people are. Irish actor Brendan Gleeson also joins the cast in a yet-undisclosed role.</p>

<p>The actor, known for 'Braveheart', 'Troy' and 'The Tragedy of Macbeth', recently spoke to Collider about the reason why he said yes to the offer.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He made it clear it was not the script that convinced him, but rather the presence of Phoenix. "It wasn’t the material, which is a great way to get me out of having to answer any questions about the criteria. It was the achievement of the first film. I worked with Joaquin before on The Village... And so I knew him from then. And that performance, I’m still in awe of it. That performance as Joker, in that first movie. It was one of the most extraordinary achievements I’ve ever had. And for Todd to have - Worked the movie around to allow for that, I didn’t have to be asked twice. I really didn’t," he said.</p>

<p>Earlier, Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond in the original, was also said to be returning for the film. DC fans have expressed doubt as to how a musical film could follow the dark drama that was 'Joker'. But Beetz says it makes "wonderful" sense.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While speaking to The Hollywood Reporter Beetz said, " I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy."</p>

<p>Joker' earned more than $1 billion worldwide on a paltry budget of $56 million and also got Phoenix an Oscar, his first.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Joker: Folie à Deux' will release on October 4, 2024.<br />
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The release date of Todd Phillips' 'Joker: Folie à Deux' is about two years away, and yet the excitement surrounding the film is high. It is all because of the first film, and Joaquin Phoenix's transcendental and eventually Oscar-winning performance.

The release date of Todd Phillips' 'Joker: Folie à Deux' is about two years away, and yet the excitement surrounding the film is high. It is all because of the first film, and Joaquin Phoenix's transcendental and eventually Oscar-winning performance. Also, the film is said to be a musical and there are cool new additions to the cast. Lady Gaga joins the film, most likely as Harley Quinn, Joker's love interest in comics. The subtitle 'Folie à Deux' refers to a shared delusion between two people -- no prize for guessing who those two people are. Irish actor Brendan Gleeson also joins the cast in a yet-undisclosed role. The actor, known for 'Braveheart', 'Troy' and 'The Tragedy of Macbeth', recently spoke to Collider about the reason why he said yes to the offer. Joker: Folie à Deux 10.04.24 pic.twitter.com/obp7T9lBFL — Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) August 4, 2022 × He made it clear it was not the script that convinced him, but rather the presence of Phoenix. "It wasn’t the material, which is a great way to get me out of having to answer any questions about the criteria. It was the achievement of the first film. I worked with Joaquin before on The Village... And so I knew him from then. And that performance, I’m still in awe of it. That performance as Joker, in that first movie. It was one of the most extraordinary achievements I’ve ever had. And for Todd to have - Worked the movie around to allow for that, I didn’t have to be asked twice. I really didn’t," he said. Earlier, Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond in the original, was also said to be returning for the film. DC fans have expressed doubt as to how a musical film could follow the dark drama that was 'Joker'. But Beetz says it makes "wonderful" sense. While speaking to The Hollywood Reporter Beetz said, " I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy." Joker' earned more than $1 billion worldwide on a paltry budget of $56 million and also got Phoenix an Oscar, his first. 'Joker: Folie à Deux' will release on October 4, 2024.

Brendan Gleeson on why he joined 'Joker: Folie à Deux': 'Joaquin Phoenix's performance, still in awe of it'

<p>The sequel to 2019's megahit 'Joker', titled 'Joker: Folie à Deux', just added another cast member. Catherine Keener, known for movies like 'Capote', 'Get Out' and 'Being John Malkovich', has joined the Todd Phillips directorial. Her role is currently under wraps. She is the fifth confirmed member of the cast. We know the movie will bring back Joaquin Phoenix from the original movie. Joining him is Lady Gaga, reportedly in the role of Harley Quinn, Joker's love interest. The film is said to be a musical, which would be a marked change from the original, which was a dark character study of a man losing his sanity.</p>

<p>Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond, is also reportedly being eyed to reprise her role. Also confirmed in the cast recently was Brendan Gleeson. His character has also not been revealed yet.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>DC fans have expressed doubt as to how a musical film could follow a dark drama that was 'Joker'. But Beetz says it makes "wonderful" sense.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While speaking to The Hollywood Reporter Beetz said, " I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy."</p>

<p>Joker' earned more than $1 billion worldwide on a paltry budget of $56 million and also got Phoenix an Oscar, his first.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Joker: Folie à Deux' will release on October 4, 2024.</p>


The sequel to 2019's megahit 'Joker', titled 'Joker: Folie à Deux', just added another cast member. Catherine Keener, known for movies like 'Capote', 'Get Out' and 'Being John Malkovich', has joined the Todd Phillips directorial.

The sequel to 2019's megahit 'Joker', titled 'Joker: Folie à Deux', just added another cast member. Catherine Keener, known for movies like 'Capote', 'Get Out' and 'Being John Malkovich', has joined the Todd Phillips directorial. Her role is currently under wraps. She is the fifth confirmed member of the cast. We know the movie will bring back Joaquin Phoenix from the original movie. Joining him is Lady Gaga, reportedly in the role of Harley Quinn, Joker's love interest. The film is said to be a musical, which would be a marked change from the original, which was a dark character study of a man losing his sanity. Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond, is also reportedly being eyed to reprise her role. Also confirmed in the cast recently was Brendan Gleeson. His character has also not been revealed yet. Joker: Folie à Deux 10.04.24 pic.twitter.com/obp7T9lBFL — Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) August 4, 2022 × DC fans have expressed doubt as to how a musical film could follow a dark drama that was 'Joker'. But Beetz says it makes "wonderful" sense. While speaking to The Hollywood Reporter Beetz said, " I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy." Joker' earned more than $1 billion worldwide on a paltry budget of $56 million and also got Phoenix an Oscar, his first. 'Joker: Folie à Deux' will release on October 4, 2024.

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<p>Actor Brendan Gleeson will be seen sharing screen space with Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga in 'Joker: Folie a Deux'.The update has been shared by Variety.</p>

<p>Todd Phillips, who directed Phoenix to an Oscar in 2019's 'Joker', returns as director. But whereas the first film played like a comic book riff on Martin Scorsese's 'Taxi Driver', the follow-up is a musical, albeit more in the vein of 'A Star is Born' than 'West Side Story' or 'Singing in the Rain.'</p>

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<p>Warner Bros. and DC are backing the sequel. Production is expected to get underway this December. It is also unknown who Gleeson will be playing.</p>

<p>The first film brought in $335.4 million domestically and globally it is the highest-grossing R-rated movie ever at $1.07 billion. Joker won two Oscars: Best Actor for star Joaquin Phoenix and Original Music Score for Hildur Gudnadottir. The movie was nominated for 11 Oscars including Best Picture and Phillips for Best Director, Deadline reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond, is also reportedly being eyed to reprise her role. She spoke to THR about the project and said it makes 'wonderful' sense for the film to be a musical.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She said, "I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy.</p>


Actor Brendan Gleeson will be seen sharing screen space with Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga in 'Joker: Folie a Deux'.The update has been shared by Variety. Todd Phillips, who directed Phoenix to an Oscar in 2019's 'Joker', returns as director.

Actor Brendan Gleeson will be seen sharing screen space with Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga in 'Joker: Folie a Deux'.The update has been shared by Variety. Todd Phillips, who directed Phoenix to an Oscar in 2019's 'Joker', returns as director. But whereas the first film played like a comic book riff on Martin Scorsese's 'Taxi Driver', the follow-up is a musical, albeit more in the vein of 'A Star is Born' than 'West Side Story' or 'Singing in the Rain.' Also Read: ‘Joker 2' receives $12.6 million in tax credits from the state of California Warner Bros. and DC are backing the sequel. Production is expected to get underway this December. It is also unknown who Gleeson will be playing. The first film brought in $335.4 million domestically and globally it is the highest-grossing R-rated movie ever at $1.07 billion. Joker won two Oscars: Best Actor for star Joaquin Phoenix and Original Music Score for Hildur Gudnadottir. The movie was nominated for 11 Oscars including Best Picture and Phillips for Best Director, Deadline reported. Zazie Beetz, who played the role of Sophie Dumond, is also reportedly being eyed to reprise her role. She spoke to THR about the project and said it makes 'wonderful' sense for the film to be a musical. She said, "I actually think it makes wonderful sense. I wasn’t really surprised by that. Todd [Phillips] has always had a creative approach to the character. I love musicals, and I think of them as the characters are feeling and experiencing so much that they can only sing and dance about it, whether in sorrow or in joy.

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<p>Looks like Joaquin Phoenix is not closing the book on his character Arthur Flex from 'Joker' just yet. Phoenix won awards and adulation for the 2019 film which was directed by Todd Philips in which the actor played a younger version of DC's most popular villain.&nbsp;<br />
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In a recent interview, Phoenix said he sees potential for a follow-up film. "I mean, I dunno. From when we were shooting, we started to -- you know, uhh, this is an interesting guy," Phoenix said, speaking of his Joker character.<br />
"There are some things we could do with this guy and could (explore) further. But as to whether we actually will? I don`t know," he added.<br />
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Rumours of a second 'Joker' have been doing the rounds for a while now, dating back to 2019, when the movie was first released.<br />
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In November of that year, The Hollywood Reporter reported that a sequel was "on the way" after the original film brought in over USD 1 billion.&nbsp;</p>

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"As the movie keeps raking in money overseas, Phillips is in talks to reprise his role as director for a second Joker outing (he and Scott Silver, who penned the gritty Joker screenplay, will write the follow-up)," THR added.<br />
However, no official plans for a `Joker` sequel have been announced since.&nbsp;<br />
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Phoenix previously expressed interest in returning for another film as Arthur Fleck.<br />
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Soon after the release of the film, the actor had appeared on 'Popcorn with Peter Travers', where he said, "I talked to Todd Phillips a lot about what else we might be able to do, in general, just working together, but also specifically, if there`s something else with Joker that might be interesting."</p>

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Phillips, who previously directed the 'Hangover' films, shut down the idea for a 'Joker' franchise similar to his hit comedy trio. He insisted that 'Joker' was "one movie."<br />
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"We have no plan for a sequel," the director added."We made this movie, I pitched it to Warner Bros. as one movie, it exists in its own world, that`s it. It`s not about world-building, it`s not about other versions, it`s like, here`s our version of the origin story, that`s it," he further said.</p>

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While Phoenix has not confirmed any plans for a 'Joker' sequel, he has been keeping busy with other projects.<br />
His most recent film, `C`mon C`mon`, debuted at the Telluride Film Festival in September, and he is currently filming `Disappointment Blvd.`, and set to star in `Kitbag` as Napoleon Bonaparte.&nbsp;</p>


Looks like Joaquin Phoenix is not closing the book on his character Arthur Flex from 'Joker' just yet. Phoenix won awards and adulation for the 2019 film which was directed by Todd Philips in which the actor played a younger version of DC's most popular villain.

Looks like Joaquin Phoenix is not closing the book on his character Arthur Flex from 'Joker' just yet. Phoenix won awards and adulation for the 2019 film which was directed by Todd Philips in which the actor played a younger version of DC's most popular villain. In a recent interview, Phoenix said he sees potential for a follow-up film. "I mean, I dunno. From when we were shooting, we started to -- you know, uhh, this is an interesting guy," Phoenix said, speaking of his Joker character. "There are some things we could do with this guy and could (explore) further. But as to whether we actually will? I don`t know," he added. Rumours of a second 'Joker' have been doing the rounds for a while now, dating back to 2019, when the movie was first released. In November of that year, The Hollywood Reporter reported that a sequel was "on the way" after the original film brought in over USD 1 billion. 'Joker' review: Joaquin Phoenix is terrific in an extremely disturbing film "As the movie keeps raking in money overseas, Phillips is in talks to reprise his role as director for a second Joker outing (he and Scott Silver, who penned the gritty Joker screenplay, will write the follow-up)," THR added. However, no official plans for a `Joker` sequel have been announced since. Phoenix previously expressed interest in returning for another film as Arthur Fleck. Soon after the release of the film, the actor had appeared on 'Popcorn with Peter Travers', where he said, "I talked to Todd Phillips a lot about what else we might be able to do, in general, just working together, but also specifically, if there`s something else with Joker that might be interesting." Emma Stone shoots down comparison between 'Cruella' and 'Joker' Phillips, who previously directed the 'Hangover' films, shut down the idea for a 'Joker' franchise similar to his hit comedy trio. He insisted that 'Joker' was "one movie." "We have no plan for a sequel," the director added."We made this movie, I pitched it to Warner Bros. as one movie, it exists in its own world, that`s it. It`s not about world-building, it`s not about other versions, it`s like, here`s our version of the origin story, that`s it," he further said. Opinion| Why the world fears a ‘Joker’ While Phoenix has not confirmed any plans for a 'Joker' sequel, he has been keeping busy with other projects. His most recent film, `C`mon C`mon`, debuted at the Telluride Film Festival in September, and he is currently filming `Disappointment Blvd.`, and set to star in `Kitbag` as Napoleon Bonaparte.

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<p>Actor Jodie Comer, widely known for her role in the popular series 'Killing Eve', recently revealed that she will star opposite Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix in Ridley Scott`s new film 'Kitbag'.<br />
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Comer confirmed the news to Variety, sharing that she will begin shooting for 'Kitbag'&nbsp;towards the new year. Comer will play Josephine alongside Phoenix`s Napoleon Bonaparte in the historical drama about the military leader and emperor.</p>

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The 'Killing Eve'&nbsp;actor is about to embark on promotion for Scott's 'The Last Duel', another historical drama set in 14th century France, in which she appears alongside Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and Adam Driver.<br />
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Comer spoke about working with Ridley again and also getting an opportunity to feature alongside Phoenix, who she "hugely admires"."I just jumped at the chance to work with Ridley and his team again and the idea of working with Joaquin, who's someone who I hugely admire," Comer said in an interview with Variety about `The Last Duel`, which will premiere at the Venice Film Festival next week.<br />
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"I think for me, what I`m learning is [...] you learn and you grow so much by being and working with the people that you`re working alongside. And I just think having that opportunity -- I`m so excited to delve into that world," she added.</p>

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Comer said she hasn`t started preparing for the role of Napoleon`s beloved Josephine yet, which is due to shoot "closer to the new year," because she is entirely focused on the fourth and final season of 'Killing Eve'&nbsp;alongside Sandra Oh, which she is currently wrapping.<br />
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The actor will be making her film festival debut in Venice, which she told Variety she is both excited and terrified about."It's something I`ve seen every year and just thought, `Wow, how cool and impressive is that,` so the fact that I`m going to be there feels so surreal," she said."And then also that we`re going to sit down with an audience and watch it with them is kind of daunting," Comer added.</p>


Actor Jodie Comer, widely known for her role in the popular series 'Killing Eve', recently revealed that she will star opposite Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix in Ridley Scott`s new film 'Kitbag'.

Actor Jodie Comer, widely known for her role in the popular series 'Killing Eve', recently revealed that she will star opposite Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix in Ridley Scott`s new film 'Kitbag'. Comer confirmed the news to Variety, sharing that she will begin shooting for 'Kitbag' towards the new year. Comer will play Josephine alongside Phoenix`s Napoleon Bonaparte in the historical drama about the military leader and emperor. Neil Gaiman's 'Dead Boy Detectives' pilot ordered by HBO Max The 'Killing Eve' actor is about to embark on promotion for Scott's 'The Last Duel', another historical drama set in 14th century France, in which she appears alongside Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and Adam Driver. Comer spoke about working with Ridley again and also getting an opportunity to feature alongside Phoenix, who she "hugely admires"."I just jumped at the chance to work with Ridley and his team again and the idea of working with Joaquin, who's someone who I hugely admire," Comer said in an interview with Variety about `The Last Duel`, which will premiere at the Venice Film Festival next week. "I think for me, what I`m learning is [...] you learn and you grow so much by being and working with the people that you`re working alongside. And I just think having that opportunity -- I`m so excited to delve into that world," she added. Neil Gaiman's 'Dead Boy Detectives' pilot ordered by HBO Max Comer said she hasn`t started preparing for the role of Napoleon`s beloved Josephine yet, which is due to shoot "closer to the new year," because she is entirely focused on the fourth and final season of 'Killing Eve' alongside Sandra Oh, which she is currently wrapping. The actor will be making her film festival debut in Venice, which she told Variety she is both excited and terrified about."It's something I`ve seen every year and just thought, `Wow, how cool and impressive is that,` so the fact that I`m going to be there feels so surreal," she said."And then also that we`re going to sit down with an audience and watch it with them is kind of daunting," Comer added.

'Killing Eve' star Jodie Comer to star opposite Joaquin Phoenix in 'Kitbag'

<p>Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix—after learning that the bears on the property worked on his 2003 film 'Brother Bear, from PETA—has reportedly sent a letter to offer help to have the animals transferred so that they can retire from show business.&nbsp;</p>

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As per reports, the website for Florida’s Bearadise Ranch describes the facility as home to the ‘famous Welde family bears’. Established in 1926, the ranch seeks to ‘educate and generate public awareness for habitat preservation and conservation for all bear species’ while also offering its 13 bears for hire on movie and television projects and for traveling fairs and festivals where they do tricks and shows.</p>

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Two of the bears that live on the property are Bruno and Bambi—a pair—according to Bearaside’s Facebook page, reportedly, were used as inspiration for the animated characters in Disney’s 2003 ‘Brother Bear’. Joaquin Phoenix voiced the lead character of Kenai.</p>

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Directed by Aaron Blaise and Robert Walker, the film follows an Inuit hunter who magically turns into a bear as punishment after killing one.</p>

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Joaquin Phoenix has now drafted a letter to have Bruno and Bambi transferred out of the facility and into ‘an accredited sanctuary’.&nbsp;</p>

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“These bears deserve better than a life on the road, where they are robbed of everything that’s natural and important to them, and if you put yourself in their place, I’m sure you’d see that, too,” writes Phoenix in the letter… You know firsthand that bears are curious, complex animals who love to climb, dig, forage, and play. Their acute sense of smell and plate-sized paws evolved so that they could seek out mates and food across vast distances, but those carefully honed traits are wasted on the county fair circuit, where they’re relegated to transport cages when they’re not pulling hoops over their heads and carrying basketballs around in front of crowds of strangers,” Phoenix reportedly wrote in his letter addressed to Bearaside Ranch owner Monica Welde.</p>

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The actor is a passionate vegan and animal rights activist who has used his popularity in the past to save cows from slaughter and to get Hollywood to ditch meat-filled menus at award shows.&nbsp;</p>

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The Ranch owner is yet to react to the actor’s letter, reports claim.&nbsp;</p>


Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix—after learning that the bears on the property worked on his 2003 film 'Brother Bear, from PETA—has reportedly sent a letter to offer help to have the animals transferred so that they can retire from show business.

Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix—after learning that the bears on the property worked on his 2003 film 'Brother Bear, from PETA—has reportedly sent a letter to offer help to have the animals transferred so that they can retire from show business. As per reports, the website for Florida’s Bearadise Ranch describes the facility as home to the ‘famous Welde family bears’. Established in 1926, the ranch seeks to ‘educate and generate public awareness for habitat preservation and conservation for all bear species’ while also offering its 13 bears for hire on movie and television projects and for traveling fairs and festivals where they do tricks and shows. Two of the bears that live on the property are Bruno and Bambi—a pair—according to Bearaside’s Facebook page, reportedly, were used as inspiration for the animated characters in Disney’s 2003 ‘Brother Bear’. Joaquin Phoenix voiced the lead character of Kenai. Directed by Aaron Blaise and Robert Walker, the film follows an Inuit hunter who magically turns into a bear as punishment after killing one. Joaquin Phoenix has now drafted a letter to have Bruno and Bambi transferred out of the facility and into ‘an accredited sanctuary’. “These bears deserve better than a life on the road, where they are robbed of everything that’s natural and important to them, and if you put yourself in their place, I’m sure you’d see that, too,” writes Phoenix in the letter… You know firsthand that bears are curious, complex animals who love to climb, dig, forage, and play. Their acute sense of smell and plate-sized paws evolved so that they could seek out mates and food across vast distances, but those carefully honed traits are wasted on the county fair circuit, where they’re relegated to transport cages when they’re not pulling hoops over their heads and carrying basketballs around in front of crowds of strangers,” Phoenix reportedly wrote in his letter addressed to Bearaside Ranch owner Monica Welde. The actor is a passionate vegan and animal rights activist who has used his popularity in the past to save cows from slaughter and to get Hollywood to ditch meat-filled menus at award shows. The Ranch owner is yet to react to the actor’s letter, reports claim.

Joaquin Phoenix urges Disney’s ‘Brother Bear’ bears to be sent to a sanctuary

<p>Joaquin Phoenix and finance Rooney Mara are set to star Lynne Ramsay's directorial 'Polaris'.<br />
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The engaged couple will star alongside each other after welcoming their first child together -a boy, and nearly a decade after meeting on the set of Spike Jonze's 2012 film 'Her'.&nbsp;<br />
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Lynne revealed the news in a new interview, during the Valencia International Film Festival, where she was presented with the Luna de Valencia Award.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During an interview with El Espanol, ''He's crazy, but he's the best actor I've ever met. Everything he does on the set has a reason,'' Ramsay said in an interview.</p>

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“It’s much more difficult when you come up with an original idea like this, but it’s impossible not to get excited when you’re preparing a movie with Joaquin.”<br />
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The plot details and what role Phoenix and Mara will play in the film are still under wraps.&nbsp;<br />
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Ramsay and Phoenix first worked together in the 2017 thriller 'You Were Never Really Here'. Ramsay and Phoenix earned great acclaim for the movie which premiered at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival and won 'Joker' actor the Best Actor prize. Ramsay was also awarded the Best Screenplay prize at Cannes. The movie proved to be a career-changing project for Ramsay.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-nick-cannon-is-expecting-a-baby-boy-with-model-alyssa-scott-his-4th-childin-less-than-a-year-392947" hreflang="en">Nick Cannon is expecting a baby boy with model Alyssa Scott, his 4th child&nbsp;in less than a year</a><br />
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Phoenix and Mara have appeared together in films such as 'Her', 'Mary Magdalene', and&nbsp;'Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far on Foot'.&nbsp;<br />
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Meanwhile, The Oscar winner actor will next be seen in writer-director Mike Mills' 'C'Mon C'Mon', starring alongside Gaby Hoffman and Jaboukie Young-White and Mara is the part of Guillermo del Toro's 'Nightmare Alley'.</p>


Joaquin Phoenix and finance Rooney Mara are set to star Lynne Ramsay's directorial 'Polaris'. The engaged couple will star alongside each other after welcoming their first child together -a boy, and nearly a decade after meeting on the set of Spike Jonze's 2012 film 'Her'.

Joaquin Phoenix and finance Rooney Mara are set to star Lynne Ramsay's directorial 'Polaris'. The engaged couple will star alongside each other after welcoming their first child together -a boy, and nearly a decade after meeting on the set of Spike Jonze's 2012 film 'Her'. Lynne revealed the news in a new interview, during the Valencia International Film Festival, where she was presented with the Luna de Valencia Award. During an interview with El Espanol, ''He's crazy, but he's the best actor I've ever met. Everything he does on the set has a reason,'' Ramsay said in an interview. 'Bell Bottom', 'Conjuring 3', 'F9': Big theatrical releases to look forward to in the coming months “It’s much more difficult when you come up with an original idea like this, but it’s impossible not to get excited when you’re preparing a movie with Joaquin.” The plot details and what role Phoenix and Mara will play in the film are still under wraps. Ramsay and Phoenix first worked together in the 2017 thriller 'You Were Never Really Here'. Ramsay and Phoenix earned great acclaim for the movie which premiered at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival and won 'Joker' actor the Best Actor prize. Ramsay was also awarded the Best Screenplay prize at Cannes. The movie proved to be a career-changing project for Ramsay. Nick Cannon is expecting a baby boy with model Alyssa Scott, his 4th child in less than a year Phoenix and Mara have appeared together in films such as 'Her', 'Mary Magdalene', and 'Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far on Foot'. Meanwhile, The Oscar winner actor will next be seen in writer-director Mike Mills' 'C'Mon C'Mon', starring alongside Gaby Hoffman and Jaboukie Young-White and Mara is the part of Guillermo del Toro's 'Nightmare Alley'.

Joaquin Phoenix and fiance Rooney Mara to star in Lynne Ramsay's next

<p>Joaquin Phoenix has signed his first project since winning an Oscar for work in 'Joker'.</p>

<p>The actor has set his next project with 'Disappointment Blvd', writer-director Ari Aster's follow-up to his acclaimed horror films 'Hereditary'&nbsp;and 'Midsommar'. A24 will release the film, reuniting with Aster after his first two projects.</p>

<p>According to Deadline, Disappointment Blvd. would be Phoenix's first project after his&nbsp;Joker, as his previously-announced role as Napoleon in Ridley Scott's Kitbag is likely to film afterward. Phoenix completed filming on director Mike Mills' upcoming C'mon C'mon, another A24 joint, ahead of last year's Oscars.</p>

<p>Disappointment Blvd. is described as "an intimate, decades-spanning portrait of one of the most successful entrepreneurs of all time." Further details are being kept under wraps, but that description sounds like a departure from the genre fare of Aster's last two films.<br />
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He previously described his next project as a "nightmare comedy" that would be four hours long, though it's unclear if he was referring to the same movie.</p>


Joaquin Phoenix has signed his first project since winning an Oscar for work in 'Joker'. The actor has set his next project with 'Disappointment Blvd', writer-director Ari Aster's follow-up to his acclaimed horror films 'Hereditary' and 'Midsommar'.

Joaquin Phoenix has signed his first project since winning an Oscar for work in 'Joker'. The actor has set his next project with 'Disappointment Blvd', writer-director Ari Aster's follow-up to his acclaimed horror films 'Hereditary' and 'Midsommar'. A24 will release the film, reuniting with Aster after his first two projects. According to Deadline, Disappointment Blvd. would be Phoenix's first project after his Joker, as his previously-announced role as Napoleon in Ridley Scott's Kitbag is likely to film afterward. Phoenix completed filming on director Mike Mills' upcoming C'mon C'mon, another A24 joint, ahead of last year's Oscars. Disappointment Blvd. is described as "an intimate, decades-spanning portrait of one of the most successful entrepreneurs of all time." Further details are being kept under wraps, but that description sounds like a departure from the genre fare of Aster's last two films. He previously described his next project as a "nightmare comedy" that would be four hours long, though it's unclear if he was referring to the same movie.

Joaquin Phoenix set to work with 'Midsommar' director Ari Aster

<p>The 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards are just a few days away, and the first batch of presenters for the 2021 ceremony is announced.&nbsp; Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) will be handing out the trophies on February 28, 2021, at 8 pm ET.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-golden-globes-2021-full-nominations-list-golden-globes-news-hollywood-news-361111">Full nominations list</a><br />
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The star-studded list includes some of last year’s big winners and nominees, including Joaquin Phoenix and Renne Zellweger, both won Golden Globes in 2020 for their roles in 'Joker and 'Judy', respectively.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="http://13.235.153.162/photos/da-5-bloods-bridgerton-golden-globe-2021-snubs-find-mention-in-sag-award-nomination-list-361518" hreflang="en">'Da 5 Bloods', Bridgerton': Golden Globe 2021 snubs find mention in SAG Award nomination list</a><br />
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Awkwafina is also one of the presenter, last year, she created history and had won her first Golden Globe for 'The Farewell' adding to the list Cynthia Erivo, Kristen Wiig, and Annie Mumolo are also one of the presenters. More presenters will be revealed before the big night.<br />
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''We are thrilled to announce Joaquin Phoenix, Renée Zellweger, @awkwafina, Cynthia Erivo, Kristen Wiig, and Annie Mumolo as presenters at the #GoldenGlobes! Tune to @nbc on Sunday, 2/28 at 8P ET/5 P PT!'' They tweeted from the official account.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This year, the Golden Globes are going to look very different from previous years. While the format for the show is believed to be both in-person and virtual— is still unknown.</p>

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This year, Amy Poehler and Tina Fey are returning as the host, however, they are going to be doing their jobs by staying&nbsp;miles away from each other. They will be airing live on NBC at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT,&nbsp;Fey will host from the Rainbow Room atop Rockefeller Center in New York City and Poehler will host from the ceremony`s usual location inside the Beverly Hilton Hotel in California.&nbsp;</p>


The 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards are just a few days away, and the first batch of presenters for the 2021 ceremony is announced. Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) will be handing out the trophies on February 28, 2021, at 8 pm ET.

The 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards are just a few days away, and the first batch of presenters for the 2021 ceremony is announced. Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) will be handing out the trophies on February 28, 2021, at 8 pm ET. Full nominations list The star-studded list includes some of last year’s big winners and nominees, including Joaquin Phoenix and Renne Zellweger, both won Golden Globes in 2020 for their roles in 'Joker and 'Judy', respectively. 'Da 5 Bloods', Bridgerton': Golden Globe 2021 snubs find mention in SAG Award nomination list Awkwafina is also one of the presenter, last year, she created history and had won her first Golden Globe for 'The Farewell' adding to the list Cynthia Erivo, Kristen Wiig, and Annie Mumolo are also one of the presenters. More presenters will be revealed before the big night. ''We are thrilled to announce Joaquin Phoenix, Renée Zellweger, @awkwafina, Cynthia Erivo, Kristen Wiig, and Annie Mumolo as presenters at the #GoldenGlobes! Tune to @nbc on Sunday, 2/28 at 8P ET/5 P PT!'' They tweeted from the official account. We are thrilled to announce Joaquin Phoenix, Renée Zellweger, @awkwafina, Cynthia Erivo, Kristen Wiig, and Annie Mumolo as presenters at the #GoldenGlobes! Tune to @nbc on Sunday, 2/28 at 8P ET/5 P PT! pic.twitter.com/2kpFBvjT4g — Golden Globe Awards (@goldenglobes) February 17, 2021 × This year, the Golden Globes are going to look very different from previous years. While the format for the show is believed to be both in-person and virtual— is still unknown. Asian descents to black artists: Golden Globes 2021 nominee list is diverse This year, Amy Poehler and Tina Fey are returning as the host, however, they are going to be doing their jobs by staying miles away from each other. They will be airing live on NBC at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT, Fey will host from the Rainbow Room atop Rockefeller Center in New York City and Poehler will host from the ceremony`s usual location inside the Beverly Hilton Hotel in California.

Golden Globe 2021: Joaquin Phoenix, Renee Zellweger & others announced as presenters

<p>Tod Phillips' 'Joker' may have won critical acclaim last year but director David Fincher isn't too happy about the portrayal of the lead protagonist.&nbsp;<br />
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Fincher's remarks come and over a year following the release of the Oscar-winning film, which Warner Bros Studios billed as an "exploration of a man disregarded by society is not only a gritty character study, but also a broader cautionary tale".<br />
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The film fetched its leading man Joaquin Phoenix the Best Actor award in almost all the awards earlier this year including the Oscar. Phoenix played Arthur Flex, a mentally-ill man who spirals into madness to become Joker.&nbsp;<br />
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While a huge section of the society lauded the film, there were many who claimed the film had tried to humanise trigger-happy mass murderers and was exploitative of mental illness.<br />
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According to Fincher, Phillips' directorial didn't have a chance to fly if it was not preceded by the success of 'The Dark Knight', which saw the late Heath Ledger play Joker in the second part of Christopher Nolan's darker, realistic 'Batman' trilogy.<br />
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Ledger, who died in 2008 due to combined drug intoxication, posthumously won best supporting actor Academy Award for his performance.<br />
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"Nobody would have thought they had a shot at a giant hit with Joker had 'The Dark Knight' not been as massive as it was," the director told The Daily Telegraph.<br />
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Fincher, who is awaiting the release of 'Mank', also suggested that the character of 'Joker' was a mix of Martin Scorsese films leads -- Travis Bickle, a lonely taxi driver who descends into insanity from 1976's 'Taxi Driver' and Rupert Pupkin, a delusional and aspiring stand-up comic trying to launch his career from 'The King of Comedy' (1982).<br />
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Incidentally, both these characters were played by Hollywood veteran Robert De Niro, who also starred in 'Joker'.<br />
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"I don't think anyone would have looked at that material and thought, 'Yeah, let's take Travis Bickle and Rupert Pupkin and conflate them, then trap him in a betrayal of the mentally ill, and trot it out for a billion dollars," Fincher said.<br />
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'Joker' was made on a budget of about USD 55 million and went on to rake in USD 1.07 billion.<br />
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Fincher also discussed signing an exclusive deal with Netflix, which is releasing his 'Mank' next month.<br />
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David Fincher is credited for films like 'Fight Club', 'The Social Network'0, and Netflix web series 'House of Cards' and 'Mindhunter'.&nbsp;<br />
The director also revealed that Hollywood studios don't want to invest in films that don't promise them a return of "billion dollars".<br />
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"The reality of our current situation is that the five families don't want to make anything that can't make them a billion dollars. None of them want to be in the medium-priced challenging content business. And that cleaves off exactly the kind of movies I make," he said.<br />
"What the streamers are doing is providing a platform for the kind of cinema that actually reflects our culture and wrestles with big ideas: where things are, what people are anxious and unsure about. Those are the kinds of movies that would have been dead on arrival five years ago," he added.<br />
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'Mank', based on the life of 'Citizen Kane' screenwriter Herman J Mankiewicz, will be released on the streamer on December 4.<br />
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Tod Phillips' 'Joker' may have won critical acclaim last year but director David Fincher isn't too happy about the portrayal of the lead protagonist. Fincher's remarks come and over a year following the release of the Oscar-winning film, which Warner Bros Studios billed as an "exploration of a man disregarded by society is not only a gritty character study, but also a broader cautionary tale".

Tod Phillips' 'Joker' may have won critical acclaim last year but director David Fincher isn't too happy about the portrayal of the lead protagonist. Fincher's remarks come and over a year following the release of the Oscar-winning film, which Warner Bros Studios billed as an "exploration of a man disregarded by society is not only a gritty character study, but also a broader cautionary tale". The film fetched its leading man Joaquin Phoenix the Best Actor award in almost all the awards earlier this year including the Oscar. Phoenix played Arthur Flex, a mentally-ill man who spirals into madness to become Joker. While a huge section of the society lauded the film, there were many who claimed the film had tried to humanise trigger-happy mass murderers and was exploitative of mental illness. According to Fincher, Phillips' directorial didn't have a chance to fly if it was not preceded by the success of 'The Dark Knight', which saw the late Heath Ledger play Joker in the second part of Christopher Nolan's darker, realistic 'Batman' trilogy. Ledger, who died in 2008 due to combined drug intoxication, posthumously won best supporting actor Academy Award for his performance. "Nobody would have thought they had a shot at a giant hit with Joker had 'The Dark Knight' not been as massive as it was," the director told The Daily Telegraph. Fincher, who is awaiting the release of 'Mank', also suggested that the character of 'Joker' was a mix of Martin Scorsese films leads -- Travis Bickle, a lonely taxi driver who descends into insanity from 1976's 'Taxi Driver' and Rupert Pupkin, a delusional and aspiring stand-up comic trying to launch his career from 'The King of Comedy' (1982). Incidentally, both these characters were played by Hollywood veteran Robert De Niro, who also starred in 'Joker'. "I don't think anyone would have looked at that material and thought, 'Yeah, let's take Travis Bickle and Rupert Pupkin and conflate them, then trap him in a betrayal of the mentally ill, and trot it out for a billion dollars," Fincher said. 'Joker' was made on a budget of about USD 55 million and went on to rake in USD 1.07 billion. Fincher also discussed signing an exclusive deal with Netflix, which is releasing his 'Mank' next month. David Fincher is credited for films like 'Fight Club', 'The Social Network'0, and Netflix web series 'House of Cards' and 'Mindhunter'. The director also revealed that Hollywood studios don't want to invest in films that don't promise them a return of "billion dollars". "The reality of our current situation is that the five families don't want to make anything that can't make them a billion dollars. None of them want to be in the medium-priced challenging content business. And that cleaves off exactly the kind of movies I make," he said. "What the streamers are doing is providing a platform for the kind of cinema that actually reflects our culture and wrestles with big ideas: where things are, what people are anxious and unsure about. Those are the kinds of movies that would have been dead on arrival five years ago," he added. 'Mank', based on the life of 'Citizen Kane' screenwriter Herman J Mankiewicz, will be released on the streamer on December 4.

Joaquin Phoenix starrer 'Joker' was a 'betrayal of the mentally ill', says David Fincher

<p>After delivering an outstanding performance as Joker, Joaquin Phoenix is set to take on the role of Napoleon Bonaparte in a period drama 'Kitbag'. It will be&nbsp;helmed by Ridley Scott.&nbsp;<br />
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This would be the second collaboration of Phoenix and veteran director Ridley as&nbsp;they first teamed up for the multiple Oscar-winning 'Gladiator' in 2000. In the movie, Phoenix played the Roman emperor Commodus. The actor, who won the best actor Academy Award this year for his performance in Todd Phillip's 'Joker', has been nominated for Oscars previously for his role&nbsp;in 'Gladiator'.<br />
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As per the reports, the movie will follow&nbsp;Napoleon's origin and his journey to becoming an emperor and will also cover his relation with his wife, Josephine. The movie is planned to go into production next year.&nbsp;<br />
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The project will be directed and produced by Scott through his Scott Free production company along with Kevin Walsh. The movie will be penned by David Scarpa.&nbsp;<br />
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Meanwhile, Phoenix welcomed his first child, a boy, with his fiancee Rooney Mara. The couple named their new boy after Joaquin's late brother River.<br />
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After delivering an outstanding performance as Joker, Joaquin Phoenix is set to take on the role of Napoleon Bonaparte in a period drama 'Kitbag'. It will be helmed by Ridley Scott.

After delivering an outstanding performance as Joker, Joaquin Phoenix is set to take on the role of Napoleon Bonaparte in a period drama 'Kitbag'. It will be helmed by Ridley Scott. This would be the second collaboration of Phoenix and veteran director Ridley as they first teamed up for the multiple Oscar-winning 'Gladiator' in 2000. In the movie, Phoenix played the Roman emperor Commodus. The actor, who won the best actor Academy Award this year for his performance in Todd Phillip's 'Joker', has been nominated for Oscars previously for his role in 'Gladiator'. As per the reports, the movie will follow Napoleon's origin and his journey to becoming an emperor and will also cover his relation with his wife, Josephine. The movie is planned to go into production next year. The project will be directed and produced by Scott through his Scott Free production company along with Kevin Walsh. The movie will be penned by David Scarpa. Meanwhile, Phoenix welcomed his first child, a boy, with his fiancee Rooney Mara. The couple named their new boy after Joaquin's late brother River.

Joaquin Phoenix roped in to play Napoleon Bonaparte in Ridley Scott's 'Kitbag'

<p>Oscar winning actor Joaquin Phoenix and his fiancee, actress Rooney Mara have welcomed their first child together- a baby boy last month. The couple who have always maintained a low profile did not even announce their pregnancy which was later made public by an entertainment portal.<br />
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Now, reports state that the couple welcomed their first child last month. Joaquin and Rooney got engaged in May 2019.<br />
Interestingly, the baby's name has an emotional connect with Joaquin's family.<br />
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The announcement of the baby's arrival was, in fact, made by filmmaker director Victor Kossakovsky at the 2020 Zurich Film Festival where his film was being screened. Joaquin serves as the executive producer of the film but gave the event a miss. , Victor revealed during the Q&amp;A session, "He just got a baby, by the way. His name was... a beautiful son called River, so he cannot promote it now".<br />
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The name holds a special meaning for Joaquin as his elder brother was Rover Phoenix who died in 1993 at a young age.<br />
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Joaquin has earlier mentioned that how his brother has a had deep influence in his career.<br />
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"There's always been a presence in all of our work in the past that we took individually and collectively. Absolutely (feeling River's presence in his work)... in virtually every movie that I made, there was a connection to River in some way. I think that we've all felt his presence and guidance in our lives in numerous ways," the 'Joker' star had confessed in an interview.<br />
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The couple is yet to confirm the news of the arrival of their son.</p>


Oscar winning actor Joaquin Phoenix and his fiancee, actress Rooney Mara have welcomed their first child together- a baby boy last month. The couple who have always maintained a low profile did not even announce their pregnancy which was later made public by an entertainment portal.

Oscar winning actor Joaquin Phoenix and his fiancee, actress Rooney Mara have welcomed their first child together- a baby boy last month. The couple who have always maintained a low profile did not even announce their pregnancy which was later made public by an entertainment portal. Now, reports state that the couple welcomed their first child last month. Joaquin and Rooney got engaged in May 2019. Interestingly, the baby's name has an emotional connect with Joaquin's family. The announcement of the baby's arrival was, in fact, made by filmmaker director Victor Kossakovsky at the 2020 Zurich Film Festival where his film was being screened. Joaquin serves as the executive producer of the film but gave the event a miss. , Victor revealed during the Q&A session, "He just got a baby, by the way. His name was... a beautiful son called River, so he cannot promote it now". The name holds a special meaning for Joaquin as his elder brother was Rover Phoenix who died in 1993 at a young age. Joaquin has earlier mentioned that how his brother has a had deep influence in his career. "There's always been a presence in all of our work in the past that we took individually and collectively. Absolutely (feeling River's presence in his work)... in virtually every movie that I made, there was a connection to River in some way. I think that we've all felt his presence and guidance in our lives in numerous ways," the 'Joker' star had confessed in an interview. The couple is yet to confirm the news of the arrival of their son.

Joaquin Phoenix, Rooney Mara welcome their first child together, name pays tribute to actor's late brother

<p>Looks like there is truth to rumours of ‘Joker’ sequels happening with Hollywood actor Joaquin Phoenix.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The star has reportedly been roped in for the sequels to the hit Todd Philips’ film. Not just that, he has also been paid a whopping amount for reprising his infamous role.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to latest reports, Joaquin has been offered $50 million to reprise his role in the two sequels.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report says, “Joaquin initially felt Joker was a standalone movie. But he’s changed his tune now. He says he wants to play this character again, despite the controversies that came with the release last year.”</p>

<p>Reportedly, “the scripts are being written and Joaquin is very engaged with it.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Warner Bros. is yet to confirm the reports.</p>

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Looks like there is truth to rumours of ‘Joker’ sequels happening with Hollywood actor Joaquin Phoenix. The star has reportedly been roped in for the sequels to the hit Todd Philips’ film.

Looks like there is truth to rumours of ‘Joker’ sequels happening with Hollywood actor Joaquin Phoenix. The star has reportedly been roped in for the sequels to the hit Todd Philips’ film. Not just that, he has also been paid a whopping amount for reprising his infamous role. According to latest reports, Joaquin has been offered $50 million to reprise his role in the two sequels. The report says, “Joaquin initially felt Joker was a standalone movie. But he’s changed his tune now. He says he wants to play this character again, despite the controversies that came with the release last year.” Reportedly, “the scripts are being written and Joaquin is very engaged with it.” Warner Bros. is yet to confirm the reports. Norman Lear tops own record as oldest Emmys winner ever

'Joker' actor Joaquin Phoenix is being paid a whopping $50 million for this movie

<p>All 13 people taken hostage on a bus in western&nbsp;Ukraine&nbsp;were freed unharmed on Tuesday (July 21) after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy spoke by phone with the hostage-taker and agreed to his demand to endorse a 2005 film starring&nbsp;Joaquin Phoenix.</p>

<p>Police arrested the suspect, whom the state security service (SBU) identified as 44-year-old Maksym Kryvosh, who seized the bus in the city of Lutsk, saying he was armed with guns and explosives.</p>

<p>Interior Minister Arsen Avakov said Kryvosh had served time in prison and the SBU said he had propagated "extremist views." Police said Kryvosh threatened to blow up the bus and detonate another explosive in a crowded area in the city.</p>

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<p>In a move to secure the hostages' release, Zelenskiy said he spoke to Kryvosh for seven to 10 minutes and agreed to one of his demands, to promote the documentary "Earthlings," narrated by Hollywood actor <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/joaquin-phoenix">Joaquin Phoenix</a>.</p>

<p>Zelenskiy did so in a six-second clip posted on the presidential Facebook page, which was subsequently deleted.</p>

<p>The president said he had persuaded Kryvosh to first release three of the hostages, including a pregnant woman.</p>

<p>Zelenskiy had been given the option of launching an assault on the bus, but did not want to risk hostages dying during the attack.</p>

<p>Police had blocked off the city center with armed officers, cars and an armoured personnel carrier while they tried to persuade Kryvosh to free the hostages in a day-long standoff.</p>

<p>In posts on social media, Kryvosh had also demanded that senior Ukrainian officials publish statements saying that they were terrorists.</p>


All 13 people taken hostage on a bus in western Ukraine were freed unharmed on Tuesday (July 21) after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy spoke by phone with the hostage-taker and agreed to his demand to endorse a 2005 film starring Joaquin Phoenix.

All 13 people taken hostage on a bus in western Ukraine were freed unharmed on Tuesday (July 21) after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy spoke by phone with the hostage-taker and agreed to his demand to endorse a 2005 film starring Joaquin Phoenix. Police arrested the suspect, whom the state security service (SBU) identified as 44-year-old Maksym Kryvosh, who seized the bus in the city of Lutsk, saying he was armed with guns and explosives. Interior Minister Arsen Avakov said Kryvosh had served time in prison and the SBU said he had propagated "extremist views." Police said Kryvosh threatened to blow up the bus and detonate another explosive in a crowded area in the city. Also read: Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara are expecting their first child together In a move to secure the hostages' release, Zelenskiy said he spoke to Kryvosh for seven to 10 minutes and agreed to one of his demands, to promote the documentary "Earthlings," narrated by Hollywood actor Joaquin Phoenix. Zelenskiy did so in a six-second clip posted on the presidential Facebook page, which was subsequently deleted. The president said he had persuaded Kryvosh to first release three of the hostages, including a pregnant woman. Zelenskiy had been given the option of launching an assault on the bus, but did not want to risk hostages dying during the attack. Police had blocked off the city center with armed officers, cars and an armoured personnel carrier while they tried to persuade Kryvosh to free the hostages in a day-long standoff. In posts on social media, Kryvosh had also demanded that senior Ukrainian officials publish statements saying that they were terrorists.

Ukraine: Hostage standoff ends after president endorses Joaquin Phoenix film

<p>Netflix series 'Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness' which came out in March has been breaking the internet from the day of its release. Following the success of the series, various celebrities including 'Joker' actor Joaquin Phoenix are coming forward in support of the big cats.<br />
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The 'Joker'&nbsp;actor urged the US government to pass 'The Big Cat Public Safety Act'. The proposed bill 'prohibits the private ownership of big cats, direct public contact, and dangerous public interactions with big cats such as cub petting'.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/before-joker-joaquin-phoenix-was-almost-cast-as-a-batman-reveals-filmmaker-darren-aronofsky-293361" hreflang="en">Before 'Joker', Joaquin Phoenix was almost cast as a 'Batman', reveals filmmaker Darren Aronofsky</a><br />
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Filmmaker Gabriela Cowperthwaite who is known for directing the 2013 documentary 'Blackfish', along with Animal Legal Defense Fund co-wrote the 'Big Cat Public Safety Act', which has since been supported by renowned celebrities like Christopher Walken, Anjelica Huston, Rooney Mara, Glenn Close, Justin Therouxmore and more.&nbsp;<br />
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They have signed an open letter to Congress members urging them to pass the bill.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/hollywood-news-joaquin-phoenix-features-in-peta-india-campaign-days-after-amul-ad-controversy-282863" hreflang="en">Joaquin Phoenix features in PETA India campaign, days after Amul ad controversy</a><br />
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The series is based on the life of zookeeper Joe Exotic the most prolific breeder of tigers in the United States and shows the rivalry between zoo owner Joe and animal rights activist Carole Baskin.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="http://13.235.153.162/entertainment/hollywood-news-oscar-winning-actor-joaquin-phoenix-saves-cow-calf-from-slaughterhouse-days-after-speech-282038" hreflang="en">Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix saves cow, calf from slaughterhouse days after speech</a></p>

<p>Joseph Maldonado-Passage was found guilty in April 2019 of killing five tigers and was also convicted of selling tiger cubs and presenting false wildlife records. The self-titled 'Tiger King' is currently in prison as he has been sentenced to 22 years of imprisonment.</p>


Netflix series 'Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness' which came out in March has been breaking the internet from the day of its release. Following the success of the series, various celebrities including 'Joker' actor Joaquin Phoenix are coming forward in support of the big cats.

Netflix series 'Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness' which came out in March has been breaking the internet from the day of its release. Following the success of the series, various celebrities including 'Joker' actor Joaquin Phoenix are coming forward in support of the big cats. The 'Joker' actor urged the US government to pass 'The Big Cat Public Safety Act'. The proposed bill 'prohibits the private ownership of big cats, direct public contact, and dangerous public interactions with big cats such as cub petting'. Also read: Before 'Joker', Joaquin Phoenix was almost cast as a 'Batman', reveals filmmaker Darren Aronofsky Filmmaker Gabriela Cowperthwaite who is known for directing the 2013 documentary 'Blackfish', along with Animal Legal Defense Fund co-wrote the 'Big Cat Public Safety Act', which has since been supported by renowned celebrities like Christopher Walken, Anjelica Huston, Rooney Mara, Glenn Close, Justin Therouxmore and more. They have signed an open letter to Congress members urging them to pass the bill. Also read: Joaquin Phoenix features in PETA India campaign, days after Amul ad controversy The series is based on the life of zookeeper Joe Exotic the most prolific breeder of tigers in the United States and shows the rivalry between zoo owner Joe and animal rights activist Carole Baskin. Also read: Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix saves cow, calf from slaughterhouse days after speech Joseph Maldonado-Passage was found guilty in April 2019 of killing five tigers and was also convicted of selling tiger cubs and presenting false wildlife records. The self-titled 'Tiger King' is currently in prison as he has been sentenced to 22 years of imprisonment.

Joaquin Phoenix urges US government to protect big cats, following 'Tiger King' success

<p>What if we tell you, Joaquin Phoenix was one of the first choices to play DC superhero movie 'Batman'.<br />
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Filmmaker Darren Aronofsky recently revealed in an interview with a news agency, that he almost starred Joaquin Phoenix as a 'Batman'.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/broadway-actor-nick-corderos-leg-to-be-amputated-due-to-coronavirus-complications-293355" hreflang="en">Broadway actor Nick Cordero's leg to be amputated due to coronavirus complications</a><br />
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Aronofsky recently revealed that he was about to cast Joaquin Phoenix who was recently awarded Oscars for his iconic role in 'Joker' as Batman in the 2000s, but he dropped the idea because the studio thought it wasn’t a good idea.<br />
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In an interview, when he was roped to helm a Batman film but because Warner Bros. did not agree with his vision of the famous DC superhero, the film was ultimately shelved and Christopher Nolan rebooted the franchise with Christian Bale.</p>

<p><strong>In pics:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/the-challenges-of-being-in-self-isolation-celebrity-edition-292241" hreflang="en">The challenges of being in self-isolation- celebrity edition</a><br />
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“The studio wanted Freddie Prinze Jr. and I wanted Joaquin Phoenix. I remember thinking, 'Uh oh, we're making two different films here. It was a different time. The Batman I wrote was definitely a way different type of taking than they ended up making,” the director said.<br />
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'Joker'&nbsp;hit the movie theatres in 2019 and was one of the biggest hit worldwide.&nbsp;</p>


What if we tell you, Joaquin Phoenix was one of the first choices to play DC superhero movie 'Batman'. Filmmaker Darren Aronofsky recently revealed in an interview with a news agency, that he almost starred Joaquin Phoenix as a 'Batman'.

What if we tell you, Joaquin Phoenix was one of the first choices to play DC superhero movie 'Batman'. Filmmaker Darren Aronofsky recently revealed in an interview with a news agency, that he almost starred Joaquin Phoenix as a 'Batman'. Also read: Broadway actor Nick Cordero's leg to be amputated due to coronavirus complications Aronofsky recently revealed that he was about to cast Joaquin Phoenix who was recently awarded Oscars for his iconic role in 'Joker' as Batman in the 2000s, but he dropped the idea because the studio thought it wasn’t a good idea. In an interview, when he was roped to helm a Batman film but because Warner Bros. did not agree with his vision of the famous DC superhero, the film was ultimately shelved and Christopher Nolan rebooted the franchise with Christian Bale. In pics: The challenges of being in self-isolation- celebrity edition “The studio wanted Freddie Prinze Jr. and I wanted Joaquin Phoenix. I remember thinking, 'Uh oh, we're making two different films here. It was a different time. The Batman I wrote was definitely a way different type of taking than they ended up making,” the director said. 'Joker' hit the movie theatres in 2019 and was one of the biggest hit worldwide.

Before 'Joker', Joaquin Phoenix was almost cast as a 'Batman', reveals filmmaker Darren Aronofsky

<p>Critically acclaimed and multi-award winning film 'Joker' will soon be available on streaming platform Amazon Prime. The film will be available for streaming on the OTT platform from April 20 onwards.<br />
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The film initially released in India in October and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-oscars-news-oscar-nominated-film-joker-to-re-release-in-india-on-this-date-277083">got a re-release in February again.</a> It is unusual for a popular film to get a digital release in such a short span of time but perhaps due to the lockdown and Warner Bros India's tie-up with Amazon, the film's digital release is happening sooner than one had expected.<br />
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Directed by Todd Philips, starring Joaquin Phoenix, the film tells the story of DC's famous villain Joker and his origin in the city of Gotham.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/joker-review-joaquin-phoenix-is-terrific-in-an-extremely-disturbing-film-253248"> Read WION's review of the film here.</a><br />
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Phoenix's performance was lauded by one and all and the actor lapped up all the major acting awards earlier this year including the best actor Oscar.<br />
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'Joker' is the seventh DC movie to have arrived on the Amazon service recently. The OTT service already is streaming six other DC film which includes 'Shazam!', 'Aquaman', 'Wonder Woman', 'Suicide Squad', 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice', and 'Man of Steel'.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-oscars-news-oscar-nominated-film-joker-to-re-release-in-india-on-this-date-277083">Read more: Oscar nominated film 'Joker' to re-release in India on this date</a></strong></p>

<p>Only one DC film universe entry, 'Justice League', is on Netflix.<br />
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Another DC film, 'Birds of Prey', arrived early on video-on-demand platforms such as Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube last month due to the ongoing lockdown which has kept nearly a third of the world at home.</p>

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Critically acclaimed and multi-award winning film 'Joker' will soon be available on streaming platform Amazon Prime. The film will be available for streaming on the OTT platform from April 20 onwards.

Critically acclaimed and multi-award winning film 'Joker' will soon be available on streaming platform Amazon Prime. The film will be available for streaming on the OTT platform from April 20 onwards. The film initially released in India in October and got a re-release in February again. It is unusual for a popular film to get a digital release in such a short span of time but perhaps due to the lockdown and Warner Bros India's tie-up with Amazon, the film's digital release is happening sooner than one had expected. Directed by Todd Philips, starring Joaquin Phoenix, the film tells the story of DC's famous villain Joker and his origin in the city of Gotham. Read WION's review of the film here. Phoenix's performance was lauded by one and all and the actor lapped up all the major acting awards earlier this year including the best actor Oscar. 'Joker' is the seventh DC movie to have arrived on the Amazon service recently. The OTT service already is streaming six other DC film which includes 'Shazam!', 'Aquaman', 'Wonder Woman', 'Suicide Squad', 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice', and 'Man of Steel'. Read more: Oscar nominated film 'Joker' to re-release in India on this date Only one DC film universe entry, 'Justice League', is on Netflix. Another DC film, 'Birds of Prey', arrived early on video-on-demand platforms such as Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube last month due to the ongoing lockdown which has kept nearly a third of the world at home.

Joaquin Phoenix starrer 'Joker' to get a digital release in India on this date

<p>Pop star Duffy revealed&nbsp;she was drugged, raped in a new interview. Meanwhile, social media is filled with pictures and videos from the set of Matt Reeves 'Batman'<br />
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Here are the top 5 Hollywood news of the day.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>In pics: Robert Pattinson starrer 'Batman' set photos, videos leaked</strong></p>

<p>With the scheduled release date for 'The Batman' coming closer, we now have our hands on some leaked pictures and videos from the set of Matt Reeves' directorial. The leaked stills from the sets of the upcoming DC superhero film has a stunt double of Robert Pattinson's caped crusader riding a motorbike. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-in-pics-robert-pattinson-starrer-batman-set-photos-videos-leaked-282785">Read more</a></p>

<p><strong>Joaquin Phoenix features in PETA India campaign, days after Amul ad controversy </strong></p>

<p>Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix featured in a new PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) ad to remind fans that “We Are All Animals’, days after he mentioned being a vegan in his acceptance speech at The Academy Awards 2020. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-joaquin-phoenix-features-in-peta-india-campaign-days-after-amul-ad-controversy-282863">Read more</a></p>

<p><strong>Pop star Duffy reveals she was drugged, raped and held captive</strong></p>

<p>On Tuesday, Grammy award winner Duffy opened about her absence from the public eye. The singer revealed that she was drugged and raped after being held captive by an attacker. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/pop-star-duffy-reveals-she-was-drugged-raped-and-held-captive-282814">Read more</a></p>

<p><strong>Paris Hilton on ending engagement: Feels good to not have someone controlling me</strong></p>

<p>After a whirlwind romance, Paris Hilton who broke up with boyfriend Chris Zylka, opened up for the first time on ending the engagement. The 39-year-old heiress spoke to Cosmopolitan UK about the relationship that ended in 2018.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/celebrity-news-paris-hilton-on-ending-engagement-feels-good-to-not-have-someone-controlling-me-282773"> Read more</a></p>

<p><strong>'Jurassic World 3' gets new title 'Dominion', filming begins</strong></p>

<p>Filmmaker Colin Trevorrow revealed the title of the much-anticipated sequel to the famous 'Jurassic Park' franchise as 'Jurassic World: Dominion' and also announced that they have begun the shooting for the science-fiction adventure film.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/jurassic-world-3-gets-new-title-dominion-filming-begins-282788"> Read more</a></p>


Pop star Duffy revealed she was drugged, raped in a new interview. Meanwhile, social media is filled with pictures and videos from the set of Matt Reeves 'Batman' Here are the top 5 Hollywood news of the day.

Pop star Duffy revealed she was drugged, raped in a new interview. Meanwhile, social media is filled with pictures and videos from the set of Matt Reeves 'Batman' Here are the top 5 Hollywood news of the day. In pics: Robert Pattinson starrer 'Batman' set photos, videos leaked With the scheduled release date for 'The Batman' coming closer, we now have our hands on some leaked pictures and videos from the set of Matt Reeves' directorial. The leaked stills from the sets of the upcoming DC superhero film has a stunt double of Robert Pattinson's caped crusader riding a motorbike. Read more Joaquin Phoenix features in PETA India campaign, days after Amul ad controversy Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix featured in a new PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) ad to remind fans that “We Are All Animals’, days after he mentioned being a vegan in his acceptance speech at The Academy Awards 2020. Read more Pop star Duffy reveals she was drugged, raped and held captive On Tuesday, Grammy award winner Duffy opened about her absence from the public eye. The singer revealed that she was drugged and raped after being held captive by an attacker. Read more Paris Hilton on ending engagement: Feels good to not have someone controlling me After a whirlwind romance, Paris Hilton who broke up with boyfriend Chris Zylka, opened up for the first time on ending the engagement. The 39-year-old heiress spoke to Cosmopolitan UK about the relationship that ended in 2018. Read more 'Jurassic World 3' gets new title 'Dominion', filming begins Filmmaker Colin Trevorrow revealed the title of the much-anticipated sequel to the famous 'Jurassic Park' franchise as 'Jurassic World: Dominion' and also announced that they have begun the shooting for the science-fiction adventure film. Read more

Top 5 Hollywood news today: Singer Duffy reveals she was drugged, raped, 'Batman' set photos leaked

<p>Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix featured in a new PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) ad to remind fans that “We Are All Animals’, days after he mentioned being a vegan in his <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-best-actor-oscar-2020-winner-joaquin-phoenix-speaks-about-injustices-of-the-world-in-speech-279782">acceptance speech at The Academy Awards 2020.</a></p>

<p>Listen to his speech here:</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Oscars?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Oscars</a> Moment: Joaquin Phoenix wins Best Actor for his work in <a href="https://twitter.com/jokermovie?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jokermovie</a>. <a href="https://t.co/M8ryZGKGHV">pic.twitter.com/M8ryZGKGHV</a></p>
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<p>In the advertisement, Joaquin urges people to “live vegan” and help "end speciesism". The idea stems from the belief that -- despite their extraordinary talents, abilities, and intelligence -- all other animal species are inferior to humans.</p>

<p>“When we look at the world through another animal’s eyes, we have to realise that inside we’re all the same – and so we all deserve to live free from suffering,” said&nbsp;Phoenix, who has been vegan since he was 3 years old.</p>

<p>Billboards featuring the ad have gone up in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This advertisement comes days after an Indian dairy company <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-peta-india-lashes-amul-for-joaquin-phoenix-tribute-writes-the-jokes-on-you-280210">came under fire on the internet</a> when it posted a tribute to Joaquin after the actor won his Best Actor Oscar for his leading role in ‘Joker’. He was seen being fed butter by the Amul girl. PETA India had criticised Amul for being insensitive and feeding a dairy product to a vegan, a person who eats plant-based diet. Post the online furore, PETA India had sent a letter to RS Sodhi, managing director of Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation, urging Amul to switch to manufacturing plant-based milks.</p>

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<p>Also, there was a video that surfaced online in which <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-oscar-winning-actor-joaquin-phoenix-saves-cow-calf-from-slaughterhouse-days-after-speech-282038">Joaquin Phoenix was seen saving a cow and its calf on its way to a slaughterhouse. </a>The video went viral and was much appreciated by those who follow a vegan lifestyle.</p>


Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix featured in a new PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) ad to remind fans that “We Are All Animals’, days after he mentioned being a vegan in his acceptance speech at The Academy Awards 2020.

Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix featured in a new PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) ad to remind fans that “We Are All Animals’, days after he mentioned being a vegan in his acceptance speech at The Academy Awards 2020. Listen to his speech here: #Oscars Moment: Joaquin Phoenix wins Best Actor for his work in @jokermovie. pic.twitter.com/M8ryZGKGHV — The Academy (@TheAcademy) February 10, 2020 × In the advertisement, Joaquin urges people to “live vegan” and help "end speciesism". The idea stems from the belief that -- despite their extraordinary talents, abilities, and intelligence -- all other animal species are inferior to humans. “When we look at the world through another animal’s eyes, we have to realise that inside we’re all the same – and so we all deserve to live free from suffering,” said Phoenix, who has been vegan since he was 3 years old. Billboards featuring the ad have gone up in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. This advertisement comes days after an Indian dairy company came under fire on the internet when it posted a tribute to Joaquin after the actor won his Best Actor Oscar for his leading role in ‘Joker’. He was seen being fed butter by the Amul girl. PETA India had criticised Amul for being insensitive and feeding a dairy product to a vegan, a person who eats plant-based diet. Post the online furore, PETA India had sent a letter to RS Sodhi, managing director of Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation, urging Amul to switch to manufacturing plant-based milks. #Amul Topical: Academy Awards 2020! pic.twitter.com/aVGAWUKYcO — Amul.coop (@Amul_Coop) February 10, 2020 × Also, there was a video that surfaced online in which Joaquin Phoenix was seen saving a cow and its calf on its way to a slaughterhouse. The video went viral and was much appreciated by those who follow a vegan lifestyle.

Joaquin Phoenix features in PETA India campaign, days after Amul ad controversy

<p>This man walks the talk as Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix is reported to have saved a calf and its mother from a slaughterhouse, days after his award-winning <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-best-actor-oscar-2020-winner-joaquin-phoenix-speaks-about-injustices-of-the-world-in-speech-279782">acceptance speech</a> that deserves an award of its own!</p>

<p>Joaquin made a special emphasis on cows and how we, humans, for our own greed, separate the mother from its calf for our dairy needs. The acceptance speech at the 92nd Academy Awards had made quite a stir on the social media as people spoke about it at length. Indian dairy company <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-peta-india-lashes-amul-for-joaquin-phoenix-tribute-writes-the-jokes-on-you-280210">even made a faux pas when it paid a tribute to Joaquin</a> via a caricature where the Amul girl feeds the actor some butter on winning Best Actor Oscar.</p>

<p>Joaquin won Best Actor Oscar for his role in the film ‘Joker’. The film failed to win Best Picture to South Korean drama ‘Parasite’.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, as for the calf and its mother, Joaquin saved -- he accompanied Los Angeles Animal Save, a nonprofit that holds peaceful vigils at local slaughterhouses, to rescue a calf and its mother. He met with a cow named Liberty who'd given birth to a calf called Indigo. As he met the owner, Joaquin felt that Liberty "opened his heart" to him.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The slaughterhouse owner let Joaquin leave with Liberty and Indigo.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, Joaquin said, "I never thought I'd find friendship in a slaughterhouse.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now, Joaquin and his Oscar-nominated fiancée, Rooney Mara, and the rest of the rescue squad have taken the cows to a Farm Sanctuary in north Los Angeles County.</p>


This man walks the talk as Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix is reported to have saved a calf and its mother from a slaughterhouse, days after his award-winning acceptance speech that deserves an award of its own!

This man walks the talk as Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix is reported to have saved a calf and its mother from a slaughterhouse, days after his award-winning acceptance speech that deserves an award of its own! Joaquin made a special emphasis on cows and how we, humans, for our own greed, separate the mother from its calf for our dairy needs. The acceptance speech at the 92nd Academy Awards had made quite a stir on the social media as people spoke about it at length. Indian dairy company even made a faux pas when it paid a tribute to Joaquin via a caricature where the Amul girl feeds the actor some butter on winning Best Actor Oscar. Joaquin won Best Actor Oscar for his role in the film ‘Joker’. The film failed to win Best Picture to South Korean drama ‘Parasite’. Meanwhile, as for the calf and its mother, Joaquin saved -- he accompanied Los Angeles Animal Save, a nonprofit that holds peaceful vigils at local slaughterhouses, to rescue a calf and its mother. He met with a cow named Liberty who'd given birth to a calf called Indigo. As he met the owner, Joaquin felt that Liberty "opened his heart" to him. Watch video: Joaquin Phoenix Rescues Mother Cow and Newborn Calf Days After Oscars Win [ Part Three ] pic.twitter.com/53wCyFSFt7 — Joaquin Phoenix Updates (@DailyJoaquin) February 20, 2020 × The slaughterhouse owner let Joaquin leave with Liberty and Indigo. In a statement, Joaquin said, "I never thought I'd find friendship in a slaughterhouse.” Now, Joaquin and his Oscar-nominated fiancée, Rooney Mara, and the rest of the rescue squad have taken the cows to a Farm Sanctuary in north Los Angeles County.

Oscar-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix saves cow, calf from slaughterhouse days after speech

<p>Indian dairy company Amul gave a tribute to Hollywood actor Joaquin Phoenix who recently won his first Oscar for his role in ‘Joker’. Best Actress Oscar was picked up by Renee Zellweger.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In their Oscar advertisement, Amul shared a cartoon of Joaquin receiving his Oscar while the presenter feeds him with Amul butter, something that is the company’s most sellable product. The post read “Joaquer. Have on a Renee Day”.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ad is now receiving flak on social media and leading it is PETA India (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) that lashed at Amul for being insensitive. The issue arose after PETA pointed out that that Joaquin Phoenix is a vegan and does not consume dairy, thus it was highly inappropriate for the dairy company to show a caricature of the actor feeding on butter made of cow’s milk.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>What has angered people more is that Joaquin had, in fact, spoken against the “injustices of the world” in his acceptance speech, with special mention to how “we feel entitled to artificially inseminate a cow and steal her baby, even though her cries of anguish are unmistakable.”</p>

<p>He said, "I think we've become very disconnected from the natural world. Many of us are guilty of an egocentric world view, and we believe that we're the centre of the universe. We go into the natural world and we plunder it for its resources. We feel entitled to artificially inseminate a cow and steal her baby, even though her cries of anguish are unmistakable,"</p>

<p>"Then, we take her milk that's intended for her calf and we put it in our coffee and our cereal. We fear the idea of personal change, because we think we need to sacrifice something; to give something up. But human beings at our best are so creative and inventive, and we can create, develop and implement systems of change that are beneficial to all sentient beings and the environment," he added.</p>

<p>PETA India thus replied to Amul’s post and wrote, “The joke's on you @Amul_Coop! In his #Oscar speech, #JoaquinPhoenix spoke against dairy cruelty. Do the cows a favour and switch to making soya, almond, oat or other plant milk."</p>

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<p>Sachin Bangera, PETA India's Director of Celebrity and Public Relations, wrote, "It's nonsensical @Amul_Coop! Wish you had done a little more research, or just heard #JoaquinPhoenix's Oscar speech. He's VEGAN! He DOES NOT consume dairy. His speech was about ditching dairy. #NotCoolAmul"</p>

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Indian dairy company Amul gave a tribute to Hollywood actor Joaquin Phoenix who recently won his first Oscar for his role in ‘Joker’. Best Actress Oscar was picked up by Renee Zellweger.

Indian dairy company Amul gave a tribute to Hollywood actor Joaquin Phoenix who recently won his first Oscar for his role in ‘Joker’. Best Actress Oscar was picked up by Renee Zellweger. In their Oscar advertisement, Amul shared a cartoon of Joaquin receiving his Oscar while the presenter feeds him with Amul butter, something that is the company’s most sellable product. The post read “Joaquer. Have on a Renee Day”. The ad is now receiving flak on social media and leading it is PETA India (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) that lashed at Amul for being insensitive. The issue arose after PETA pointed out that that Joaquin Phoenix is a vegan and does not consume dairy, thus it was highly inappropriate for the dairy company to show a caricature of the actor feeding on butter made of cow’s milk. #Amul Topical: Academy Awards 2020! pic.twitter.com/aVGAWUKYcO — Amul.coop (@Amul_Coop) February 10, 2020 × What has angered people more is that Joaquin had, in fact, spoken against the “injustices of the world” in his acceptance speech, with special mention to how “we feel entitled to artificially inseminate a cow and steal her baby, even though her cries of anguish are unmistakable.” He said, "I think we've become very disconnected from the natural world. Many of us are guilty of an egocentric world view, and we believe that we're the centre of the universe. We go into the natural world and we plunder it for its resources. We feel entitled to artificially inseminate a cow and steal her baby, even though her cries of anguish are unmistakable," "Then, we take her milk that's intended for her calf and we put it in our coffee and our cereal. We fear the idea of personal change, because we think we need to sacrifice something; to give something up. But human beings at our best are so creative and inventive, and we can create, develop and implement systems of change that are beneficial to all sentient beings and the environment," he added. PETA India thus replied to Amul’s post and wrote, “The joke's on you @Amul_Coop! In his #Oscar speech, #JoaquinPhoenix spoke against dairy cruelty. Do the cows a favour and switch to making soya, almond, oat or other plant milk." The joke's on you @Amul_Coop In his #Oscar speech, #JoaquinPhoenix spoke against dairy cruelty. https://t.co/lmJPialU9g Do the cows a favour and switch to making soya, almond, oat or other plant milk. https://t.co/vdjqXk9hxl — PETA India (@PetaIndia) February 11, 2020 × Sachin Bangera, PETA India's Director of Celebrity and Public Relations, wrote, "It's nonsensical @Amul_Coop! Wish you had done a little more research, or just heard #JoaquinPhoenix's Oscar speech. He's VEGAN! He DOES NOT consume dairy. His speech was about ditching dairy. #NotCoolAmul" It's nonsensical @Amul_Coop! Wish you had done a little more research, or just heard #JoaquinPhoenix's Oscar speech. He's VEGAN! He DOES NOT consume dairy. His speech was about ditching dairy. #NotCoolAmul https://t.co/LT5aTZ8oA7 — Sachin Bangera (@Sachbang) February 11, 2020 ×

PETA India lashes Amul for Joaquin Phoenix tribute, writes 'The joke's on you'

Meet the winners of Oscar 2020

Joaquin Phoenix won his first Oscar, for best actor, on Sunday (February 9) at the 92nd Academy Awards, for playing a failing clown who finds fame in violence in the dark comic-book tale "Joker," and gave an impassioned speech about climate change and animal rights.

Joaquin Phoenix, Renee Zellweger, Bong Joon Ho winning their Oscars

<p>We saw it coming. Joaquin Phoenix took home Best Actor Oscar for his role in the film ‘Joker’ as he played a dark character who is tormented by the world and ultimately takes revenge for it all in the film that was one of the most-talked about movies of the year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Joaquin’s win this Oscar was one of the biggest for ‘Joker’ as the film did not take home any other top prize with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meet-bong-joon-ho-south-koreas-boundary-pushing-satirist-279778">‘Parasite’ sweeping the awards</a> with Best Film, Best International Film, Best Director, and Original Screenplay.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-oscars-2020-the-complete-list-of-winners-for-the-92nd-academy-awards-279700">See full list of winners here</a></p>

<p>As Joaquin went to pick up his award, he got a standing ovation from the attendees for his phenomenal job as the leading star of a controversial film, that was liked by some and hated by some. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/oscars-2020-red-carpet-brad-pitt-natalie-portman-billy-porter-pump-up-the-fashion-279675">In Pictures:&nbsp;Oscars 2020 red carpet: Brad Pitt, Natalie Portman, Billy Porter pump up the fashion</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-oscars-2020-bong-joon-hos-pays-tribute-to-martin-scorsese-in-his-best-director-winning-speech-279737">Watch: Bong Joon-ho pays fitting tribute to Martin Scorsese in his winning speech at Oscars</a></p>

<p>In his acceptance speech, Joaquin said, “I’m full of so much gratitude now. I do not feel elevated above any of my fellow nominees or anyone in this room, because we share the same love – that’s the love of film. And this form of expression has given me the most extraordinary life. I don’t know where I’d be without it. But I think the greatest gift that it’s given me, and many people in [this industry] is the opportunity to use our voice for the voiceless. I’ve been thinking about some of the distressing issues that we’ve been facing collectively.”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/oscars-2020-from-ruffles-to-tacky-shimmer-heres-our-worst-dressed-celebs-list-279757">Oscars 2020: From ruffles to tacky shimmer, here's our worst dressed celebs list</a></p>

<p>The star actor laid out issues and said, “I think at times we feel or are made to feel that we champion different causes. But for me, I see commonality. I think, whether we’re talking about gender inequality or racism or queer rights or indigenous rights or animal rights, we’re talking about the fight against injustice. We’re talking about the fight against the belief that one nation, one people, one race, one gender, one species, has the right to dominate, use and control another with impunity.</p>

<p>He continued, “I think we’ve become very disconnected from the natural world. Many of us are guilty of an egocentric world view, and we believe that we’re the centre of the universe. We go into the natural world and we plunder it for its resources. We feel entitled to artificially inseminate a cow and steal her baby, even though her cries of anguish are unmistakeable. Then we take her milk that’s intended for her calf and we put it in our coffee and our cereal. We fear the idea of personal change, because we think we need to sacrifice something; to give something up. But human beings at our best are so creative and inventive, and we can create, develop and implement systems of change that are beneficial to all sentient beings and the environment.”</p>

<p>Watch it here:</p>

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<p>“I have been a scoundrel all my life, I’ve been selfish. I’ve been cruel at times, hard to work with, and I’m grateful that so many of you in this room have given me a second chance. I think that’s when we’re at our best: when we support each other. Not when we cancel each other out for our past mistakes, but when we help each other to grow. When we educate each other; when we guide each other to redemption.</p>

<p>When he was 17, my brother [River] wrote this lyric. He said: “run to the rescue with love and peace will follow.”</p>

<p>Joaquin also raised a hand during the speech when people started clapping, signalling for them to not applaud him as he had a long speech to give.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For all those who missed out on what went down the 92nd Oscars, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/92nd-academy-awards-showcases-diversity-as-south-koreas-parasite-wins-top-honours-creates-history-279723">here are the highlights of Oscars 2020.&nbsp;</a></p>


We saw it coming. Joaquin Phoenix took home Best Actor Oscar for his role in the film ‘Joker’ as he played a dark character who is tormented by the world and ultimately takes revenge for it all in the film that was one of the most-talked about movies of the year.

We saw it coming. Joaquin Phoenix took home Best Actor Oscar for his role in the film ‘Joker’ as he played a dark character who is tormented by the world and ultimately takes revenge for it all in the film that was one of the most-talked about movies of the year. Joaquin’s win this Oscar was one of the biggest for ‘Joker’ as the film did not take home any other top prize with ‘Parasite’ sweeping the awards with Best Film, Best International Film, Best Director, and Original Screenplay. See full list of winners here As Joaquin went to pick up his award, he got a standing ovation from the attendees for his phenomenal job as the leading star of a controversial film, that was liked by some and hated by some. In Pictures: Oscars 2020 red carpet: Brad Pitt, Natalie Portman, Billy Porter pump up the fashion Watch: Bong Joon-ho pays fitting tribute to Martin Scorsese in his winning speech at Oscars In his acceptance speech, Joaquin said, “I’m full of so much gratitude now. I do not feel elevated above any of my fellow nominees or anyone in this room, because we share the same love – that’s the love of film. And this form of expression has given me the most extraordinary life. I don’t know where I’d be without it. But I think the greatest gift that it’s given me, and many people in [this industry] is the opportunity to use our voice for the voiceless. I’ve been thinking about some of the distressing issues that we’ve been facing collectively.” Oscars 2020: From ruffles to tacky shimmer, here's our worst dressed celebs list The star actor laid out issues and said, “I think at times we feel or are made to feel that we champion different causes. But for me, I see commonality. I think, whether we’re talking about gender inequality or racism or queer rights or indigenous rights or animal rights, we’re talking about the fight against injustice. We’re talking about the fight against the belief that one nation, one people, one race, one gender, one species, has the right to dominate, use and control another with impunity. He continued, “I think we’ve become very disconnected from the natural world. Many of us are guilty of an egocentric world view, and we believe that we’re the centre of the universe. We go into the natural world and we plunder it for its resources. We feel entitled to artificially inseminate a cow and steal her baby, even though her cries of anguish are unmistakeable. Then we take her milk that’s intended for her calf and we put it in our coffee and our cereal. We fear the idea of personal change, because we think we need to sacrifice something; to give something up. But human beings at our best are so creative and inventive, and we can create, develop and implement systems of change that are beneficial to all sentient beings and the environment.” Watch it here: #Oscars Moment: Joaquin Phoenix wins Best Actor for his work in @jokermovie. pic.twitter.com/M8ryZGKGHV — The Academy (@TheAcademy) February 10, 2020 × “I have been a scoundrel all my life, I’ve been selfish. I’ve been cruel at times, hard to work with, and I’m grateful that so many of you in this room have given me a second chance. I think that’s when we’re at our best: when we support each other. Not when we cancel each other out for our past mistakes, but when we help each other to grow. When we educate each other; when we guide each other to redemption. When he was 17, my brother [River] wrote this lyric. He said: “run to the rescue with love and peace will follow.” Joaquin also raised a hand during the speech when people started clapping, signalling for them to not applaud him as he had a long speech to give. For all those who missed out on what went down the 92nd Oscars, here are the highlights of Oscars 2020.

Best Actor Oscar 2020 winner Joaquin Phoenix speaks about 'injustices of the world' in speech

<p>Oscar's favorite &nbsp;Joaquin Phoenix stars as a medic battling to save a dying planet Earth in a film launched on Thursday, the first in a series of short Hollywood productions aimed at spurring action on climate change.<br />
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The '<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/joker-review-joaquin-phoenix-is-terrific-in-an-extremely-disturbing-film-253248">Joker</a>'&nbsp;star teamed up with environmental activist group Extinction Rebellion and Amazon Watch, a California-based organization campaigning to protect the Amazon rainforest, to produce the 2-minute film http://www.mobilize.earth 'Guardians of Life'.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-oscars-2020-joaquin-phoenix-reacts-to-joker-leading-nominations-274421">&nbsp;Joaquin Phoenix reacts to 'Joker' leading nominations</a><br />
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Shot in a Los Angeles emergency room, the movie shows doctors attempting to save an unidentified patient whose flatlining vital signs represent the threat posed by climate change, deforestation and fires from Australia to the Amazon.</p>

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"It's really a call to action," said Phoenix, among the most prominent Hollywood stars to draw attention to the catastrophic damage being caused by human-induced global warming.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-oscars-news-oscar-nominated-film-joker-to-re-release-in-india-on-this-date-277083">&nbsp;Oscar-nominated film 'Joker' to re-release in India on this date</a><br />
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"People don't realize there`s still time, but only if we act now and make sweeping changes to our consumption. We can't wait for governments to solve these problems for us."</p>

<p>Founded in Britain, Extinction Rebellion promotes its climate activism through civil disobedience, and Phoenix was himself arrested at a climate change protest organized by fellow Hollywood star Jane Fonda in Washington last month, a few days after winning a Golden Globe for his starring role in "Joker".<br />
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The first in a planned series of 12 short films, "Guardians of Life" points to the vital role indigenous people play in protecting habitats, a finding emphasized by scientists studying the million plant and animal species they say risk extinction due to damage caused by industrial society.</p>

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"This film is very important for us at this moment," said Sonia Guajajara, head of Brazil`s largest indigenous umbrella organization, the Association of Indigenous Peoples.<br />
"It demonstrates the artists` engagement in Amazon protection by showing the key role indigenous peoples play in defending the forests, the planet, and life itself."<br />
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Rosario Dawson, Matthew Modine, and Oona Chaplin appear alongside Phoenix in the film. It was directed by Shaun Monson and produced with Mobilize Earth, a U.S. not-for-profit organization set up for the series, and aims to raise money for Extinction Rebellion and Amazon Watch.<br />
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"There is still a disconnect between how bad things are and the action that needs to happen," said Gail Bradbrook, a co-founder of the Extinction Rebellion. "But that gap is narrowing. There are more significant people starting to break ranks, to tell the truth, and act as if it is real."</p>


Oscar's favorite Joaquin Phoenix stars as a medic battling to save a dying planet Earth in a film launched on Thursday, the first in a series of short Hollywood productions aimed at spurring action on climate change.

Oscar's favorite Joaquin Phoenix stars as a medic battling to save a dying planet Earth in a film launched on Thursday, the first in a series of short Hollywood productions aimed at spurring action on climate change. The 'Joker' star teamed up with environmental activist group Extinction Rebellion and Amazon Watch, a California-based organization campaigning to protect the Amazon rainforest, to produce the 2-minute film http://www.mobilize.earth 'Guardians of Life'. Also read: Joaquin Phoenix reacts to 'Joker' leading nominations Shot in a Los Angeles emergency room, the movie shows doctors attempting to save an unidentified patient whose flatlining vital signs represent the threat posed by climate change, deforestation and fires from Australia to the Amazon. "It's really a call to action," said Phoenix, among the most prominent Hollywood stars to draw attention to the catastrophic damage being caused by human-induced global warming. Also read: Oscar-nominated film 'Joker' to re-release in India on this date "People don't realize there`s still time, but only if we act now and make sweeping changes to our consumption. We can't wait for governments to solve these problems for us." Founded in Britain, Extinction Rebellion promotes its climate activism through civil disobedience, and Phoenix was himself arrested at a climate change protest organized by fellow Hollywood star Jane Fonda in Washington last month, a few days after winning a Golden Globe for his starring role in "Joker". The first in a planned series of 12 short films, "Guardians of Life" points to the vital role indigenous people play in protecting habitats, a finding emphasized by scientists studying the million plant and animal species they say risk extinction due to damage caused by industrial society. "This film is very important for us at this moment," said Sonia Guajajara, head of Brazil`s largest indigenous umbrella organization, the Association of Indigenous Peoples. "It demonstrates the artists` engagement in Amazon protection by showing the key role indigenous peoples play in defending the forests, the planet, and life itself." Rosario Dawson, Matthew Modine, and Oona Chaplin appear alongside Phoenix in the film. It was directed by Shaun Monson and produced with Mobilize Earth, a U.S. not-for-profit organization set up for the series, and aims to raise money for Extinction Rebellion and Amazon Watch. "There is still a disconnect between how bad things are and the action that needs to happen," said Gail Bradbrook, a co-founder of the Extinction Rebellion. "But that gap is narrowing. There are more significant people starting to break ranks, to tell the truth, and act as if it is real."

'Joker' star Joaquin Phoenix takes aim at climate apathy with film about dying Earth

With just a few days left for Hollywood's biggest night- Oscar Awards to commence, fans across the world are feverishly predicting the winners. The winners will be announced at a glittering ceremony on Sunday- and the big reveal of who wins the top prize of best film is perhaps one of the most anticipated moments of the ceremony. Here, watch our top 6 predictions for Oscars 2020.

Watch our top 6 predictions for Oscars 2020

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