The reaction when Jared Leto played the Joker in 2016 suicide squad Obviously a mix, but what exactly do the characters’ different tattoos mean? Arguably the most famous villain in comic book history, the Joker has gone from a comic book prankster to one of Batman’s deadliest enemies since its introduction in 1940. While Batman wants to bring order and justice to Gotham, Joker thrives on chaos and destruction.
Joker is brought to life by various means and is unforgettable.Jack Nicholson as Joker in Tim Burton’s ‘Joker’ Batman is one of the most iconic, but Mark Hamill in Batman: Animated Series to video games like this Batman: Knight Arkham Also considered deterministic. Fans expressed doubts when Heath Ledger took the role the dark Knight, the actor quickly proved them wrong with his mesmerizing portrayal. Ledger tragically passed away before the film was released and won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his work.
Fans are excited to see how Joaquin Phoenix takes on the role in an independent film clown The film promises to be a dark, realistic villain. Feedback on Jared Leto’s interpretation of David Ayer suicide squad notoriously divisive. From stories of his erratic behavior during filming to his flashy looks, it’s fair to say that Leto’s performance has been split. That said, he brings a new energy and look to the character, especially when there are many Joker tattoos.
According to Ayer, clown tattoos all tell a story and contain many easter eggs. Even the character’s controversial roast has a backstory, with Ben Affleck’s Batman smashing the Joker’s teeth after killing Robin. Ayer and Leto were inspired by the look of real-life drug lords and their fascination with tattoos, so here’s the meaning behind some of the Joker’s most famous tattoos.
“Damaged”
Possibly the most controversial tattoo for fans, the word “damage” printed on the Joker’s forehead sends a personal message to Batman, accusing him of ruining his good looks after learning his teeth. . Ayer later admitted the tattoo could have been a mistake.
ha ha ha ha
The “Hahaha” on the Joker’s chest and left arm is characteristic of the character, suggesting that he’s always smiling for something. After Robin was murdered, he also spray-painted Robin’s clothes in a similar way to mock Batman.
The original J
before posting suicide squadA popular fan theory is that Leto’s Joker is actually Jason Todd, and the “J” tattoo on his cheek is a sign of that. However, this was later proven false and was likely just a frivolous reference to his own name.
signs of bats being stabbed
The Batman logo stabbed with a knife was found on the Joker’s left arm. This could be a reference to the Joker’s desire to kill the Caped Crusader, or it could be a nod to Robin’s death.
dead robin
A tattoo of a robin pierced by an arrow was found on the Joker’s right bicep, a rather blunt mockery of Batman’s past killing of Robin.
Smile
Leto’s Joker has three tattoos of a grin; one on the right forearm, left hand and abdomen. In one scene, he uses the grin of his left hand to hide his grin, suggesting that the tattoo is to hide his insecurities about Batman smashing his real teeth.
clown
A rather self-explanatory tattoo, this torso tattoo actually marks the character as the Joker. The perpetrator most likely let that person shed their past life.
“God’s Only Begotten Son”
Located on Leto’s back, this tattoo suggests that the Joker thinks he’s special or an attack on religious ideas.
“All in”
One of the Joker’s most unique tattoos is a deck of cards around his neck that says “All In”. The cards are clearly an important part of the Joker’s history, and “All In” could allude to the villain’s way of life. He also has a deck of cards tattooed on his knuckles.
clown
clown tattoo on chest suicide squad Possibly a reference to his relationship with Harley Quinn. However, the fact that the Joker is a skull suggests darker implications.