Joker: Character Analysis of Arthur Fleck

In this video Darren Magee offers an analysis of what he thinks is going on with Arthur Fleck, aka Batman's nemesis, The Joker (played by Joaquin Phoenix) and rules out what he thinks isn't. He looks at evidence for and against:
Schizoprenia
Schizoaffective Disorder
Psychopathy
Sociopathy
Narcissism
Arthur's world:
Narcissistic Abuse
Trauma Bonding
Internalised Anger
Longing for attachment
He looks at Arthur from a Carl Jung theory perspective
The Shadow self
The Devouring Mother acrhetype
The False Self
From a Carl Rogers theory perspective
Conditions of Worth
Acceptance
Empathy
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[@DarrenFMagee]

Albeit Arthur Fleck is only a fictional character in a movie, it's important to remember that those with mental illnesses are more likely to be the victims of crime as opposed to being the perpetrators

[@betterlife6142]

That was a brilliant insight into the Joker. I watched the movie again after seeing this - I think you've nailed him!

[@DarrenFMagee]

Thank you so much

[@creativelife2585]

That was a really a good analysis of the character thanks for sharing this

[@DarrenFMagee]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@psychicconsultant453]

That's the best analysis of Arthur Fleck aka the Joker I've seen yet

[@DarrenFMagee]

Thank I’m glad you enjoyed it

[@jamesmcpeake1515]

Great character analysis of a great performance of the character

[@DarrenFMagee]

Thank you I'm glad you liked it.

[@startnewtherapy9918]

Brilliant analysis of a great character

[@DarrenFMagee]

Thank you

[@manillascissor]

What's the significance of him murdering Murray live on television, as it was premeditated. Then he looks confused and tries to kill himself but is out of bullets. Complete transformation/acceptance of self or something else? Also, he doesn't seem to view himself as a bad person in that moment, more like standing up for all of society against someone so "cruel" as Murray, who only days before he idolized as a father figure. Loaded question, but damn, I love this character/ movie. Thanks for the analysis

[@chester3621]

I have a relative who's a bit odd. seems to appear out of the blue and leaves without notice. I could never quite get what he was saying all the time but he'd be gone before I could ask him to explain. he seems to mean well but can put people at odds with one another. it's kind'a madding.
is there a term or diagnosis for this behavior?
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[@DarrenFMagee]

Thanks for your question, there may be a term for that but i'm not sure what it would be