Robert De Niro Addresses 'Joker' Controversy DeNiro made the comments in a recent interview. In the film, the 76-year-old Oscar winner plays late night talk show host Murray Franklin. Some 'Joker' critics have claimed that that the Warner Bros. production could inspire violence Others have called out Warner Bros. for the company's connections to the National Rifle Association (NRA). Robert De Niro, via 'Variety' De Niro also spoke about working with director Todd Phillips, Joaquin Phoenix and the inspirations 'Joker' took from his own iconic roles. Robert De Niro, via 'Variety' Robert De Niro, via 'Variety' 'Joker' opens Oct. 4.
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