‘Joker 2’ to Feature Jukebox Musical Format with 15 Song Covers
The sequel, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, takes a bold turn with a musical approach, including reinterpretations of well-known songs.
- ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ will predominantly be a jukebox musical, integrating at least 15 reinterpretations of famous songs.
- The film, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, is set to include a mix of cover songs and possibly a few original tracks.
- Social media reactions range from excitement to skepticism, with many fans making comparisons to the TV show ‘Glee’.
- Composer Hildur Guðnadóttir, who won an Oscar for the first ‘Joker’ film, will return to infuse her distinctive cues into the music.
- The sequel’s budget has reportedly neared $200 million, a significant increase from the original film’s $60 million.