The Joker Story in 10 Minutes

Joker Story in 10 Minutes? Where did the Joker come from? How did a comic book villain become a cult movie icon? What sets apart the portrayals by Joaquin Phoenix and Heath Ledger? And what is the secret behind the popularity of the killer clown?
In this video, we delve into the story of this iconic antihero, tracing his journey from the first comic books of the 1940s to Todd Phillips’ critically acclaimed film Joker.

00:00 — What is this video essay about?
00:47 — Who created the Joker
02:59 — First screen appearance
04:43 — 1989 The Joker's return to screens
06:20 — Who came up with the Joker's famous laugh?
06:58 — Joker of Christopher Nolan
08:58 — Joker of Todd Phillips
10:12 — Answer to the question what makes Joker popular?