Quentin Tarantino Praises ‘Joker: Folie À Deux’ and Todd Phillips Despite Box Office Struggles

In a recent episode of The Bret Easton Ellis Podcast, renowned director Quentin Tarantino expressed his admiration for Todd Phillips‘ latest film, ‘Joker: Folie à Deux,’ despite the movie’s underwhelming performance at the box office. Tarantino praised the film, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, for its bold and unconventional approach.

Tarantino described ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ as a “f*** you” to both Hollywood and comic book fans, indicating his appreciation for the film’s willingness to defy expectations and conventions. He acknowledged that he went into the movie with certain preconceptions, expecting an “arms-length, intellectual exercise” but was pleasantly surprised by its impact.

The ‘Kill Bill‘ director confessed that he is “just nihilistic enough to kind of enjoy a movie that doesn’t quite work as a movie. That’s like a big, giant mess to some degree.” This sentiment reflects his unique perspective on filmmaking and his ability to appreciate films that are experimental and challenging.

Todd Phillips, known for his work on the first ‘Joker’ film, has received mixed reactions for ‘Joker: Folie à Deux.’ While some critics have praised the film’s ambition, others have criticized it for being overly complex and disjointed. Tarantino’s endorsement, however, highlights the film’s artistic merit and its ability to spark significant discussion within the film community.