Expected classification and content of the film
The first Joker (2019) had been classified R in the United States, meaning it was restricted to those aged 17 and over due to its intense violence, explicit language, and heavy psychological themes. In France, the film had been banned for children under 12, but many critics had suggested a harsher restriction due to the brutality of the content.
It is likely that Joker: Folie à Deux follows a similar trajectory, given the violent and psychological nature of the plot. The film will likely deal with the relationship between the Joker and Harley Quinn, with elements that include insanity, mental disorder, and acts of violence, topics that some parents might find inappropriate for young viewers.
Tips for parents
Due to the violence, psychological themes and emotional depth of the plot, parents are advised to exercise caution before taking their children to see this film. If the official classification in France has not yet been confirmed, it is likely that it will be prohibited for those under 12 years of age at least, or even those under 16, as with certain previous films of this intensity.
To summarize
It is advisable to wait until your children are at least adolescents (15-16 years old) to go see Joker: Folie à Deux, and even at this age, to carefully consider the child’s sensitivity to this type of violent and psychological content.
