Phillips tells EW why Arthur made that surprising confession during the film's climax — plus, we reveal what that last shot means for Joker's real identity.

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Joker 2's twist ending for Joker Folie à Deux was teased by Joaquin Phoenix's director Todd Phillips five years ago upon the first film's release. Warning spoilers ahead.