Leaked footage went viral on social media before the film’s premiere, but was left out of the final version that went to theaters
One of the most popular comments on Joker: Delirium for Twonew film by Todd Phillips starring Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenixwas the absence of a scene in which the actress kisses another woman.
In the leaked footage, Gaga – who plays the character Harley Quinn – grabs a woman in the middle of a crowd of protesters and kisses her on the mouth. The clipping went viral before the film’s release, but was left out of the final edit.
The director and writer Todd Phillips explained the decision to EntertainmentWeekly (via Oct):
The scene had dialogue and, suddenly, I preferred it to be more of a musical and vibrant moment. For that moment to make sense, there needed to be a conversation behind it. I mean, the woman said something, and then Gaga stopped and kissed her, but that would kind of ruin the moment.”
Delirium for Two
Despite having debuted below expectations in the United States, Joker: Delirium for Two, the long-awaited sequel to the 2019 hit film, did well in Brazilian cinemas. In its opening weekend, the novelty grossed R$20.43 million, guaranteeing the top spot at the box office.
In the musical, Arthur Fleck (Joaquin Phoenix) is admitted to Arkham Sanitarium while awaiting trial for his crimes such as Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur ends up encountering true love, in the form of Harley Quinn (Lady Gaga), and finding the music that has always been inside him.
Watch the film’s trailer below:
Source: Rollingstone
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