Joker has raised awareness of mental illness, but some aspects of film questionable, say sufferers

A still from the movie Joker, which has raised awareness of mental illness. PHOTO: WARNER BROS
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SINGAPORE - The film Joker has been surrounded by controversy since its release in cinemas last month, especially over the portrayal of its titular character, a failed comedian with mental illness named Arthur Fleck.

Isolated and ridiculed, he snaps one day and kills someone in self-defence, marking the start of a spate of violent crimes.

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