‘Clown: Pas de deux”, the latest DC Comics movie produced by Todd Phillips and starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gagaits critics’ ratings dropped significantly. According to the latest data from Rotten Tomatoes, the film currently has a score of 39%, making it one of the lowest-rated DC movies ever.
The highly anticipated sequel to Phillips’ 2019 blockbuster “Joker” has struggled to win over critics and audiences alike since its Oct. 2 release. High expectations, but the sequel’s darker tone and musical elements seemed to alienate some reviewers. A 39% rating puts “Joker 2” lower than the 2017 filmjustice league”, despite facing controversy, it still maintained a ratings of 40%.
While “Joker: Pas de Deux” doesn’t yet have the depth of DC’s lowest-rated movies, such as 2016’s “Joker”suicide squad‘ (26%) and 2011 ‘green lantern‘Starring Ryan Reynolds (25%), the drop in ratings is a worrying sign for the film’s upcoming box office success. Critics were divided over the film’s artistic choices, with some praising Phoenix and Lady Gaga’s performances while others criticized the plot and pacing.
It remains to be seen whether ratings will drop further as the film premieres in North American theaters over the weekend and more reviews emerge. Fans and industry insiders alike are closely watching to see if the film can bounce back from its rocky start and resonate with a wider audience. Considering the film is chasing the $1 billion box office benchmark set by “Joker” in 2019, the film’s ratings could have an impact on its performance at the BX office.
According to reports, “Joker: Pas de Deux” is currently preparing for a weekend box office of 140 million US dollars.
Joker: Folie A Deux – Official Trailer
