Joker: Put on a Happy Face (2020)

Introduction
"Joker: Put on a Happy Face" is a 2020 brief documentary film including the history and advancement of the notorious imaginary character from DC Comics - The Joker. Directed by Michael Patrick, the documentary interviews a host of comic legends, filmmakers, and artists who have added to constructing the Joker's character for many years.

Summary
The movie begins with an animated part where voices of several excellent stars who played the function of The Joker over the years come together in a narrative of how The Joker ended up being a famous bad guy in pop culture. The narrative of the one-hour long movie digs deep into the history of the character's development in 1940 by DC Comics and jogs down its development resulting in the present-day analyses, like Joaquin Phoenix's masterly execution in the 2019 movie "Joker".

Views From Industry Experts
The documentary examines the approach of the Joker character and its appeal amongst audiences through a series of interviews from comics authors, movie directors, and actors who have actually portrayed or analyzed the character in numerous online forums. There are one-on-one conversations with stars Jack Nicholson, Mark Hamill, and Joaquin Phoenix, who reveal their special viewpoints on playing the character. In addition, filmmakers like Christopher Nolan and Todd Phillips virtually take part in a remarkable discussion about their analysis of Joker's character in their films.

Understanding the Cult of Joker
The movie also focuses on the Joker's universal appeal and his change from a criminal mastermind into a complex, relatable anti-hero that fans around the globe embraced. It goes over how the character, initially a bumbling fool, developed into a dark, chilling psychopath and the creativity and daring it took to make such a shift in characterisation. It highlights how Joker, as a character, stands out with his unpredictability, nihilism, and lack of clear origin story, making it a cherished function for actors to carry out and the audiences to get in touch with.

Conclusion
"Joker: Put on a Happy Face" makes a deep dive into the psychology of among the comic world's most iconic characters and explores the reasons for its enduring appeal. Some audiences might find it an easy fan tribute, but the 2020 documentary delivers a thorough analysis, translating the numerous aspects of the Joker's intricate character and the legacy he has sculpted on the planet of entertainment. It paints the Joker not simply as a mere bad guy but elevates him to the status of a cultural phenomenon that shows the social traumas and the ever-complex human psychology. The movie concludes by highlighting the unbelievable journey of Joker over the last 80 years and traces how his character has mirrored changes in society over that time.

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