Daily Film Guess

Game #40 · August 7, 2026

Daily Film Guess Hints & Answer #40

Use the progressive clues before revealing today's movie answer.

Hint 1

It focuses on the origin of a famous villain.

Hint 2

A city and public anger shape the story.

Hint 3

Joaquin Phoenix plays the lead role.

Hint 4

Released in 2019.

Why the clues point to this answer

Joker connects Drama / Crime, a United States setting, and themes like villain, society, mental illness. Combining those clues helps narrow the answer.

Reveal answer

Joker

A lonely performer descends into violence and becomes a symbol of unrest.

Released
2019
Directed by
Todd Phillips
Starring
Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro

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