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Joker: Folie à Deux’ Premieres in Los Angeles with Star-Studded Event

Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix attend the anticipated sequel's LA premiere, as mixed reviews and box office projections emerge.

  • The Los Angeles premiere of 'Joker: Folie à Deux' was held at TCL Chinese Theatre, featuring stars Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix.
  • Directed by Todd Phillips, the film is a sequel to the 2019 hit 'Joker' and includes musical elements with Lady Gaga playing Harley Quinn.
  • Critics have given mixed reviews, praising some sequences but noting the film’s lack of new insights and overlong runtime.
  • Box office projections suggest the sequel may struggle to match the original's success, with an estimated opening weekend of $50 million to $65 million domestically.
  • Despite the lukewarm critical reception, the film is expected to perform better internationally, potentially earning up to $150 million globally in its opening weekend.
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