DC Elseworlds’ highly anticipated Joker: Foil for Twostarring Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga, Zazie Beetz and Harry Lawtey is a musical psychological thriller. The film is a sequel to the critically acclaimed 2019 film. jokerand the actor had mentioned at the time that he could not stop thinking about the character. Director Todd Phillips had clarified on several occasions that joker was planned as a standalone film, but he wouldn’t mind returning for a sequel if Phoenix was on board.

The world premiere of the second part is scheduled for September 4, 2024 at the 81st Venice International Film Festival. Joker: Foil for Two is also said to be competing for the Golden Lion. In the run-up to the film’s release, actor Harry Lawtey talks about working with two absolute icons.

Joker: Foil for Two Star Harry Lawtey talks about working with Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga

Actor Harry Lawtey, who plays Harvey Dent in the upcoming Joker: Foil for Tworecently spoke to Vogue about his experience sharing the screen with Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga. He expressed his gratitude for the opportunity he was given, saying that he couldn’t say much more than to emphasize how ambitious the film is.

When asked about his experience, the actor said:

Truly surreal. These people are icons. Sharing the space with them and working with them was an educational experience and a rollercoaster ride. I went in – and thankfully came out – with so much admiration for them both. They are brilliant artists and very holistic ones at that. They use every tool at their disposal and to have a front row seat to that is a real privilege.

Lawtey went on to say that he feels very lucky to be part of the film, pointing out that it feels like a kind of hyper dream at times. He added that both actors are very nice, cool and lovely people who are extremely down to earth. The actor, who plays the Gotham City District Attorney in the film, pointed out that Phoenix and Gaga wanted to be part of the team and work together despite their main roles in the film.

The young actor mentioned in his interview with Vogue’s cover story that it was a very empowering lesson for him to see how lovable and kind they are. He also added that he can’t wait for the audience to see what they all have created on screen. Joker: Foil for Two.

Can DC Elseworlds’ Joker: Foil for Two beat Marvel Studios’ Deadpool and Wolverine‘s record?

Despite Phoenix and Gaga’s efforts to shoot the highly anticipated film Joker: Foil for Two a success, some critics and fans expressed concerns about the future of the film; particularly whether it would be able to compete with Marvel Studios’ Deadpool and Wolverine Box office record.

Deadpool and Wolverinehas already surpassed that of 2019, according to reports from Variety joker and became the highest-grossing R-rated film of all time. joker generated worldwide sales of over $1.078 billion. Deadpool and Wolverine grossed over $1.086 billion just 23 days after its release. The MCU film ranks second on the list of blockbuster films of 2024, with Disney’s Pixar Animation Studios’ Inside Out 2 lead the board.

Fans who wait Joker: Foil for Two are curious to see whether the film can surpass the charm of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman and impress the audience. Joker: Foil a Deux, Described as a musical psychological thriller, the film is not a traditional musical as only Phoenix and Gaga sing and dance in the film and most of it takes place in their confused minds. Gaga shared in her conversation with Variety:

Part of the music is fantasy, part is in the scene. It breaks genres. We asked ourselves what would have to be true for two people in the middle of a conversation to just start singing. Neither Arthur nor Lee are professional singers and they shouldn’t sound like them.

The singer and actress noted that they wanted to help tell the story of Arthur and Lee’s shared madness in a way that felt real. She mentioned that everyone has an intimate and personal relationship with music, as there is a score for a person’s inner emotional life. That’s what they wanted to capture for the characters.

The plot is very exciting for Joker: Foil for Twobut will it be able to break even or fall back Deadpool and Wolverine? This can only be decided when it will be in cinemas on October 4th, 2024!