The most recent rendition of the famous Batman villain Joker, in the film of the same name directed by Todd Phillips, has earned $93.5 million domestically over the weekend, making it the film with the biggest October opening in history, according to Variety. The record was previously held by Venom’s $80 million opening from last year.
But behind the film’s success lies scorn and derision, especially from the critics. But who’s laughing now?
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