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Biggest Differences Between Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker and Heath Ledger’s

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Two Jokers, worlds apart: Joaquin Phoenix and Heath Ledger's vastly different takes on the Clown Prince of Crime
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  • Ledger's Joker was a gritty, anarchic force of chaos, while Phoenix's was a tragic, mentally-ill loner - a stark contrast that captivated audiences
  • Ledger's performance was posthumously awarded the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor, a testament to his magnetic, unsettling portrayal, while Phoenix's earned him a Best Actor nod
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