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Joker 2 exemplifies what can happen when a studio overestimates a franchise or pursues shock over substance. Whether driven by hubris, a desire to subvert expectations, or internal studio politics, the film resulted in a costly failure. It serves as a stark reminder that not every sequel needs to be made, especially when it risks tarnishing the legacy of an original masterpiece.
In the end, the film's failure underscores the importance of coherent storytelling and respecting audience intelligence. For Warner Brothers, it is an expensive lesson in creative misjudgment. As Tim Dylan quipped, “You get what you deserve,” a fitting summation for this costly cinematic blunder.