Lady Gaga on the Negativity Surrounding Joker 2: 'People Just Sometimes Don't Like Some Things'

Lady Gaga Addresses the Mixed Reception of 'Joker: Folie à Deux'

Pop icon and actress Lady Gaga has finally addressed the less-than-stellar reception to her latest film, Joker: Folie à Deux. Following the film's release, Gaga, who portrayed Harley Quinn, remained largely silent, despite releasing a companion album, Harlequin. In a recent interview with Elle, she shared her perspective on the critical and fan response.

Gaga attributed the negative feedback to the simple fact that "people just sometimes don’t like some things." She emphasized the resilience required of artists, stating that they must accept that not every project will resonate with everyone and continue creating regardless.

Joker: Folie à Deux, a sequel to Todd Phillips' highly successful 2019 film, debuted last October to mixed reviews. Currently holding a 31% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, both critically and among audiences, the film's performance has been described as "mediocre" and failing to capitalize on its potential as a musical, courtroom drama, or meaningful sequel. Its theatrical run was short-lived, leading to a swift digital release and Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav labeling its box office performance "disappointing."

Gaga acknowledged the challenges of dealing with such criticism, describing the fear of failure as "part of the mayhem." Despite the film's underperformance, she remains focused on future projects, including the upcoming release of her new studio album, Mayhem, in March 2025, ending a five-year hiatus since Chromatica.

For further perspectives on Joker: Folie à Deux, explore opinions from Quentin Tarantino, who expressed his appreciation for the sequel, and Hideo Kojima, who believes its reception will evolve over time. You can also find a list of 2024's most disappointing films [here](placeholder for link).

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