The R-rated comic book movie smashed box office records over the weekend, with Warner Bros. hauling in $93.5 million in the U.S. alone.But, despite the film's opening weekend success, the makers of the movie have stoked controversy for featuring Glitter's 1972 hit "Rock and Roll Part 2" in a lengthy scene.
Gary Glitter, real name Paul Gadd, arrives at Southwark Crown Court on February 5, 2015 in London, England. The former glam rock star faces 10 charges relating to alleged sexual crimes from the 1970s and early 1980s. The contentious inclusion of a song by convicted pedophile Gary Glitter in "Joker" has sparked a wave of criticism from moviegoers, with many concerned the disgraced former glam rock singer will be entitled to lucrative music royalties., with Warner Bros. hauling in $93.
But, despite the film's opening weekend success, the makers of the movie have stoked controversy for featuring Glitter's 1972 hit "Rock and Roll Part 2" in a lengthy scene. The song plays for approximately two minutes as Joaquin Phoenix, who has received rave reviews for his portrayal of the eponymous villain, dances down a long flight of steps outside his Gotham City apartment.
Glitter, whose real name is Paul Gadd, is reportedly expected to receive a lump sum for allowing the recording to be used in "Joker." He is also thought to be in line for music royalties depending on the success of movie theater ticket sales, DVD sales and film soundtrack sales.
TacoSalazar h8rproof82 just when you thought this man got a nice payday from the Chiefs revoked
This song is also played at A LOT of sporting events.
Nope Factually incorrect on multiple layers Doesn't anyone fact-check at ?
WTF?
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