On August 20th, the highly anticipated film "Joker 2: Dual Delusion" unveiled a new poster, showcasing the disheveled and blood-stained faces of Arthur Fleck and Harley Quinn, their hands intertwined and eyes locked in an intense gaze filled with emotion. Directed by Todd Phillips and starring Joaquin Phoenix as the titular character alongside Lady Gaga, the film also sees the return of Zazie Beetz as Sophie Dumond.

The production team has outlined that "Joker 2" will feature a narrative that looks back at events, with a significant portion of the storyline unfolding within the walls of Arkham Asylum. This lends the film a prequel-like quality, delving deeper into the origins and psyches of its characters. As an R-rated musical, the film promises to deliver a richer tapestry of elements and a darker undercurrent than its predecessor. Earlier reports have described it as a "jukebox musical," featuring at least 15 covers of classic songs.

"Joker 2: Dual Delusion" has been selected for competition in the main lineup of the 81st Venice International Film Festival, where it will have its world premiere. The film is scheduled to hit theaters in North America on October 4th, marking the five-year anniversary since the release of "Joker."