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The Cinematic History of the Joker and What’s in Store for Him Next

Jesus Garcia, Boston University

Since the 1960s, several actors have portrayed The Clown Prince of Crime, for better or for worse. What can fans expect from Batman's nemesis in the future?…

April 18, 2022

An illustration of Sheeran in his latest music video, Bad Habits

Ed Sheeran’s ‘Bad Habits’ Video Has Numerous Unexpected Parallels With ‘Joker’

Alice Han, Pepperdine University

While it may not be surprising that Todd Phillip's impactful 2019 film influenced the English singer-songwriter's latest music video, the similarities between the two are truly uncanny.…

July 10, 2021

Lupita Nyong'o from the movie Us, one of many overlooked films in 2019

Why Were There So Many Overlooked Performances This Oscar Season?

S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

Even with a great year for film, many fan favorites didn't make the cut for the Academy Awards.…

February 24, 2020

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Oscar Nominations Are Here and I Have Thoughts

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

There are some critical absences this year. First off: Awkwafina.…

January 18, 2020

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‘Joker’ Fuels Arguments Over Acting, Social Responsibility and More

Giana Gayles, Stanford University

Heath Ledger versus Joaquin Phoenix. Incel bait versus empathetic portrayal of mental illness. There's plenty to argue about.…

October 24, 2019

Illustration of the Joker from the 2019 film featuring Joaquin Phoenix

Todd Philips’s ‘Joker’ Could Be the Start of a New Movie Trend

Brendan Bell, Towson University

The clown prince of crime’s cinematic success could pave the way for similar movies.…

October 21, 2019

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The Hype for ‘Joker’ Is No Joke

Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College

Critics are calling the upcoming DC film a 'masterpiece.'…

September 20, 2019

2 New ‘Joker’ Films Are Struggling to Compete with Ledger’s Legacy

Carly Ristaino, Union College

Ten years after Heath Ledger’s legendary performance as the Joker, Warner Brothers is (once again) trying to recast him.…

June 26, 2018