After Lady Gaga’s Harley Quinn Look Was Revealed In Joker 2 Set Photos, The Internet Has Thoughts

Of the various comic book-inspired films that are set to hit theaters throughout the next few years, Joker: Folie à Deux is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing. The movie – a sequel to Todd Phillips’ 2019 film – will see Joaquin Phoenix reprising his Oscar-winning role as Arthur Fleck. What seems to have fans most excited, though, is the fact that Lady Gaga has joined the cast as Harleen Quinzel a.k.a. Harley Quinn. The public was treated to a BTS still of Gaga as Quinzel in February, but a set photo has now revealed how she’ll look as the character’s dangerous alter ego. To no one’s surprise, the photo has gone viral, as the Internet has thoughts.

A number of entertainment outlets, including Pop Base, posted about Lady Gaga’s Harley Quinn look once the image hit the web. The costume consists of a black-and-white ensemble and is topped off with a red jacket. All of the aforementioned colors have long been associated with Quinn, and the result is an outfit that’s mostly subtle but pays homage to the character’s OG jester suit. The reactions to this unofficial look at Harley have varied, though a number of users – like @hausofsine – are more than ready to see more:

If there’s anything one should know about superhero fans, and cinema lovers in general, it’s that they appreciate the small details. Sure, people like the overall look, but many can’t help but make note of the different layers to it. @MrGagaPerry was among those to point out specific elements of the suit:

However, not everyone seems to be convinced of Lady Gaga’s harlequin-infused fashion just yet. @voidseekerz admitted to being torn about this take on the character, especially since another actress has already proven to be a strong fit for the role: