DC Comics Fans React to First Look at Joaquin Phoenix in 'Joker'

Joker director Todd Phillips gave fans their first look at a whole new side of DC Films, and it [...]

By Jenna Anderson

Joker director Todd Phillips gave fans their first look at a whole new side of DC Films, and it looks like people are pretty on board.

Earlier today, Phillips debuted the first photo of Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck, a failed stand-up comedian who gets driven to a life as the Joker. This official headshot, which you can check out below, was followed by a series of set photos of Phoenix in character.

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While some were initially on the fence about Joker, the reception to these photos has generally been positive, with fans eager to see how the standalone film eventually comes together. Here's a round-up of just some of those responses.

High Expectations

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#Truth

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So Many Possibilities

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Knocked It Out of the Park

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Excitement!!!

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Awesome Parallels

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A Compliment

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Even Scott Snyder Approves

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