The highly anticipated sequel to the 2019 hit "Joker" has been met with a mixed reception, with one of its actors, comedian Tim Dillon, openly expressing his disdain for the film. Dillon, who played a guard at Arkham Asylum in "Joker: Folie à Deux," shared his scathing review of the movie on "The Joe Rogan Experience," calling it the "worst film that has ever been made."

A Disappointing Sequel That Failed to Captivate Audiences

Lack of Plot and Divisive Choices

According to Dillon, the film lacked a coherent plot, leaving both him and his fellow Arkham guards baffled by director Todd Phillips' creative decisions. Dillon revealed that the actors on set had expressed their doubts, telling each other, "This is gonna bomb, man." The decision to turn the sequel into a musical featuring mostly pre-existing songs was particularly divisive, with audiences polled by CinemaScore giving the film a poor "D" grade.

Underperformance at the Box Office

The financial performance of "Joker: Folie à Deux" was a far cry from its predecessor, which grossed over $1 billion worldwide. The sequel managed to earn just over $200 million globally, a significant drop in comparison. This box office failure has only added to the negative perception surrounding the film.

Negative Reviews and Audience Reactions

The critical reception of "Joker: Folie à Deux" has been largely negative, with many reviewers finding the film to be a disappointment compared to the original. Audiences have also expressed their dissatisfaction, with the film's poor CinemaScore grade indicating a widespread lack of enthusiasm for the sequel.

Questioning the Director's Intentions

Dillon suggested that director Todd Phillips' "hubris" may have led him to believe that fans would accept the film regardless of its quality. The comedian also speculated that Phillips may have intentionally made a bad movie as a practical joke, given the director's apparent reluctance to make a "Joker" sequel in the first place. However, Dillon was not fully convinced by this theory, stating that if true, it would be "the most immoral thing I've ever seen in my life" due to the film's large budget.

Defenders and Contrasting Perspectives

Despite the widespread negative reactions, "Joker: Folie à Deux" does have some defenders, including acclaimed director Quentin Tarantino. Tarantino praised the film's attempt to anger comic-book fans, Hollywood, and Warner Bros. stockholders, suggesting that Phillips' approach was a reflection of the Joker character himself.In the end, the divisive nature of "Joker: Folie à Deux" has left both audiences and industry insiders baffled, with one of its own actors openly expressing his disdain for the film. The sequel's failure to captivate audiences and its stark contrast to the success of the original have raised questions about the creative choices and intentions behind its production.