Joaquin Phoenix Was <br />Reluctant to Play the Joker Phoenix is being tipped for an Oscar for his portrayal of the DC Comics villain. But he apparently needed to<br />be convinced to take on the role. Phoenix didn't want the film <br />to become a franchise. Joaquin Phoenix, to <br />'The Los Angeles Times' Joaquin Phoenix, to <br />'The Los Angeles Times' He changed his view when <br />he got used to playing the Joker. It was suggested that he discussed the <br />possibility of a sequel with director Todd Phillips <br />in the "second or third week of shooting." Joaquin Phoenix, to <br />'The Los Angeles Times'
