EPISODE · Jun 15, 2025 · 9 MIN
Why Joker Still Haunts Us
from Stories in Motion · host D & J
We revisit Todd Phillips’ Joker and unpack why Joaquin Phoenix’s performance as Arthur Fleck still hits like a punch to the gut. From mental illness and societal neglect to vigilante fame and that infamous stairway dance — we dive into what makes this origin story more disturbing (and relevant) than your average comic book film.
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We revisit Todd Phillips’ Joker and unpack why Joaquin Phoenix’s performance as Arthur Fleck still hits like a punch to the gut. From mental illness and societal neglect to vigilante fame and that infamous stairway dance — we dive into what makes this origin story more disturbing (and relevant) than your average comic book film.
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