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Joker: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at Joker (2019), exploring its key topics and theme
A film guide that looks at Joker (2019), exploring its key topics and theme

Ages

16+

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

A film guide that looks at Joker (2019), a super-villain origin story that sees the mild-mannered stand-up comedian Arthur Fleck shunned by society and embracing a life of chaos and violence as the Joker.

 

This guide is useful for exploring topics including Film Studies and Citizenship in addition to highlighting themes surrounding mental health, ethics and crime & punishment.

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Creative Commons License

This Resource Supports

  • Film Studies
  • Physical Health and Mental Wellbeing
  • PSHE Education
  • Religious Education
  • Ethics

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We have developed a large catalogue of educational resources since launching in 2013, and some references and terminology will inevitably have dated as society and language evolves. We are aware of this and will be updating resources when our production schedule allows.

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Duration122 mins

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