The film, which is slated for an October theatrical release, does not draw on the previous Batman films, and works as an origin story for the infamous supervillain.
The 76th Venice Film Festival - Screening of the film "Joker" in competition - Red Carpet Arrivals- Venice, Italy, August 31, 2019 - A fan dressed as the Joker poses for a photo.(photo credit: YARA NARDI / REUTERS)ByAARON REICH
