Coringa: Delirium of Two Breaks Box Office Record, But Not in a Good Way
The sequel to the Oscar-winning "Joker," "Coringa: Delirium of Two," has been making headlines, but not for the reasons Warner Bros. might have hoped. While the film attracted a lot of pre-release buzz, it's now facing a record-breaking low opening weekend.
The film, which features the return of Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck, fell short of expectations, grossing a disappointing $125 million worldwide. This makes it the lowest opening weekend for a DC Comics film in over a decade, a stark contrast to the success of the first "Joker" which raked in a massive $96.2 million in its opening weekend.
Several factors might have contributed to the sequel's lackluster performance. Critics have been less than enthusiastic, citing a weak storyline and a lack of originality compared to the first film. Some fans also expressed disappointment with the direction taken by the story, which deviates significantly from the original "Joker" narrative.
While the film is still making its rounds in cinemas, the box office disappointment has undoubtedly dampened the enthusiasm surrounding the project. The question now is, will "Coringa: Delirium of Two" be able to overcome its weak start and attract a larger audience, or will it be remembered as a flop that failed to live up to the hype?
Only time will tell if this sequel will be able to turn things around, but for now, the movie seems to be facing an uphill battle against the negative buzz and the weight of expectations.
