Joaquin Phoenix & Lady Gaga With First Musical Trailer For Joker Sequel

Apr 10 2024

The upcoming movie “Joker: Folie à Deux” has launched its first trailer, featuring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga in a musical sequel to the original “Joker” film. Phoenix reprises his role as Arthur Fleck, an aspiring comedian who turns into the notorious villain, Joker, while Lady Gaga plays Dr. Harleen Quinzel, a psychiatrist at Arkham Asylum.

Quinzel falls in love with Fleck, eventually becoming his partner in crime, Harley Quinn. The film’s title hints at a shared delusional disorder, marking a significant shift from its predecessor by embracing the musical genre, promising 15 song numbers, mainly covers of classic hits.

The trailer teases one such song, “What the World Needs Now Is Love,” contrasting the original film’s tone.

Returning cast members include Zazie Beetz alongside newcomers Brendan Gleeson, Steve Coogan, and Catherine Keener. Todd Phillips directs again, having once envisioned the Joker as a standalone project. Yet, the sequel’s development was driven by Phoenix’s captivating portrayal of Fleck, which earned him an Oscar.

The first “Joker” film was a monumental success, grossing over $1 billion and securing significant accolades, including two Oscars. “Joker: Folie à Deux” is slated for cinema release on October 4, extending the dark and complex world of its predecessor with a musical twist.

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Local Techno Community Pays Tribute to Noel Micallef ‘Feliċ’

Apr 10 2024

On Tuesday, the Maltese techno community, particularly in the form of the in.di.go // waX community, bid farewell to friend & scene regular Noel Micallef, also known as ‘Feliċ’.

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On Tuesday evening, the local music collective posted a short video of their dear friend, calling him “A true warrior, a kind spirit and a wondering soul, he was one of us.”

The post went on to wish condolences, empathy, understand and camaraderie during this difficult time to anyone who may be going through a difficult time. The post was then flooded with comments of friends, loved ones and fellow partygoers, all of whom saluted the memory of a loved and respected individual.

Fly high, Noel.

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114 Persons Stopped From Entering Malta In First 3 Months

Apr 10 2024

During the first three months of the year, Malta’s Immigration Police at Malta International Airport prevented 114 individuals from entering the country.

This information was revealed in response to a parliamentary question posed to Minister of the Interior Byron Camilleri by Labor MP Naomi Cachia.

Minister Camilleri clarified that out of these 114 individuals, 57 were denied entry during procedures on flights arriving from non-EU countries, and subsequently were returned to their home countries.

Additionally, 57 other individuals from non-EU countries were apprehended in a separate area of the airport after checks upon their arrival from other Schengen area countries.

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239 Male Suicides In Past 10 Years, Minister Reveals

Apr 10 2024

According to information tabled in parliament by Minister for Home Affairs, Security and Employment Byron Camilleri, there were 239 suicides by men in the past 10 years between 2013 and 2023.

2015 registered the highest amount of male suicides at 29, with last year registering 24.

Between 2014 and 2023, there were 46 suicides registered by females.

The parliamentary question was tabled by PN MP and Shadow for Youth and Open Spaces Bernice Bonello.

If you or someone you know is in need, please do not hesitate to seek help.

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