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A new clip from Joker: Folie à Deux confirms that Harry Lawtey (Industry) will play Harvey Dent. His involvement was hinted at in a previous trailer where his voice was heard off-screen, suggesting his role in the movie–now it’s for sure.
Released on Tuesday, the footage features Lawtey’s Dent criticizing Joker’s actions from the first film. “Arthur Fleck is a monster. He knew exactly what he was doing. His depraved acts of violence led to riots by his followers, and they are still willing to commit acts of violence in his name,” Dent says in the clip. Watch the video in the embedded tweet below:
Another clip also released on Tuesday shows Joker and Harley Quinn in what appears to be Arkham Asylum. In this scene, Harley reflects on her experience with Joker, stating, “When I first saw Joker, when I saw you on Murray Franklin, the whole time I was watching, I kept thinking, ‘I hope this guy blows his brains out.’ And then you did. And for once in my life, I didn’t feel so alone anymore.” This alludes to Robert De Niro’s character from the first film and, coupled with the new footage of Dent, teases potential conflicts for the sequel: Will the Joker be pulled back from the brink, or will he corrupt everyone around him?
Joker: Folie à Deux, set to release on October 4, follows the success of its predecessor, which grossed over $1 billion worldwide. Director Todd Phillips has addressed concerns about the sequel’s increased budget, highlighting its importance for quality and crew support. Phillips has also defended the film’s depiction of violence, underscoring its role in portraying real-world implications.
