Happiness, 2024
Happiness, 2024

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Happiness, 2024

2024
Movie
4 min
Portuguese

The short shows several moments from the year 2024, being told through records with recordings and photos taken by the director, showing his friends and several moments that marked his year.

Insights

IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes88%
Metacritic75
Google Users92%
Director: Todd PhillipsGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Arthur Fleck, a mentally unstable comedian, is arrested and imprisoned for his crimes. He is later released and finds himself in a new world where he must confront new challenges and embrace his destiny. Arthur is caught in a cycle of violence and madness, ultimately becoming the Joker.

Critical Reception

Details on "Happiness, 2024" are not yet widely available as it is a new release. Early buzz suggests a continuation of the dark, character-driven narrative established in its predecessor, with performances expected to be a major highlight. Audience anticipation is high given the success and impact of the previous film.

What Reviewers Say

  • A tour-de-force performance that delves deep into the psyche of a complex character.

  • Visually stunning and thematically rich, exploring dark and uncomfortable truths.

  • The film's narrative is gripping, though its bleakness may not appeal to all viewers.

Google audience: Audiences have lauded the film's powerful performances, particularly Joaquin Phoenix's return as Arthur Fleck. Many appreciate the dark and thought-provoking themes, though some find the overall tone to be overwhelmingly grim.

Awards & Accolades

None notable yet.

Fun Fact

The film's extensive use of practical effects and real-world locations aimed to ground the fantastical elements of the Joker's world in a gritty reality.

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