Lady Gaga’s portrayal of Harley Quinn in the upcoming film Joker: Folie à Deux has drawn inspiration from the followers of infamous cult leader Charles Manson. Director Todd Phillips revealed in an interview with Empire Magazine that Gaga’s interpretation of the character is unique, distinct from previous iterations played by Margot Robbie. Phillips explained that her version of Harley Quinn is modeled partly on Manson’s admirers, individuals who idolized and followed him despite his horrific actions.
Phillips also shared that they took elements from the comic books and molded them into their own vision for the character. Meanwhile, Gaga had to change her singing voice to embody the character of Harley Quinn because the performance is not intended to be a continuation of her Lady Gaga persona. She elaborated that it is a new persona that she worked hard on to create a distinctive character.
Joker: Folie à Deux follows the story of Joaquin Phoenix’s Arthur Fleck/Joker as he falls in love with a music therapist while imprisoned at Arkham State Hospital. After his release, they embark on a doomed romantic adventure, with Harley Quinn presumably being involved in some capacity. The film’s casting director, Francine Maisler, has hyped up Gaga’s performance, stating that she will “blow your mind.”
Joker: Folie à Deux is set to premiere in theaters worldwide on September 21, 2023. While there is much anticipation for the film, particularly with the inclusion of Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn, it remains to be seen whether it will be a hit with audiences and critics alike. Nonetheless, with Phillips at the helm and notable performers like Gaga and Phoenix on board, the film is poised to challenge expectations and surprise audiences
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