How the Joker Became Political

Sign up for Skillshare: https://skl.sh/thetake69 | Joker (Joaquin Phoenix) was 2019's most politically controversial movie, but the Joker himself wasn't always such a political figure. How did the Clown Prince of Crime evolve into one of the most potent and divisive symbols of our time? What are his politics, and who exactly is he speaking to? If you like this video, subscribe to our channel or support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetake

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