Set in 1981, the story follows Arthur Fleck, a man struggling with mental illness and a neurological disorder that causes uncontrollable, painful laughter.
Released in 2019, is a psychological thriller that serves as a standalone origin story for the iconic DC Comics villain. Directed by Todd Phillips , the film stars Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck, a failed clown and aspiring comedian whose descent into madness ignites a violent counter-cultural revolution in a decaying Gotham City. Core Plot & Narrative Set in 1981, the story follows Arthur Fleck,