The Venice Film Festival is gearing up for the highly anticipated world premiere of “Joker: Folie à Deux,” starring Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix. Todd Phillips’ film will be showcased in the official competition, following the success of the original “Joker” which won the Golden Lion five years ago. Warner Bros. is pulling out all the stops for the dark comic book film before its theatrical release in October.

In “Joker: Folie à Deux,” Joaquin Phoenix’s Arthur Fleck finds himself institutionalized at Arkham, awaiting trial for his crimes. It is here that he encounters Lady Gaga’s Harley Quinn, leading to a thrilling and complex storyline that delves into the depths of their identities.

Director Todd Phillips expressed his excitement for the project, stating, “We knew we had to swing for the fences; we wanted to create something as crazy and fearless as Joker himself. So, Scott Silver and I wrote a script that delved further into the idea of identity. Who is Arthur Fleck? And where does the music inside him come from?”

“Joker: Folie à Deux” will compete for top prizes at the festival against other highly acclaimed films. The star-studded lineup includes appearances by Hollywood heavyweights such as Angelina Jolie, George Clooney, and Brad Pitt, generating additional buzz and excitement surrounding the event.

Six years ago, Lady Gaga captured hearts and headlines at the Venice Film Festival with her stunning fashion choices during the premiere of “A Star Is Born.” Fans are eagerly anticipating what she will wear this year, as her red carpet appearances have become legendary in the festival’s history.

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