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Joaquin Phoenix Says ‘There’s a Warmth’ to Arthur’s Fate in ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’; Todd Phillips Thinks Arthur Ends the Film ‘at Peace Being Himself’


Joaquin Phoenix says there is a warmth to his final scene in "Joker 2," which depicts the brutal killing of Arthur Fleck.

SPOILER ALERT: This story includes details about the ending of “ Joker: Folie à Deux ‘ “Joker: Folie à Deux” ends with the brutal stabbing of Arthur by a fellow inmate at Arkham Asylum, but Phoenix and director Todd Phillips both told IGN that the character is at peace once the credits start rolling on “Folie à Deux.” “Joker: Folie à Deux” has ignited outrage among comic book movie fans since its release, most notably for its musical elements and its ending.

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