The Joker is one of the most engaging comic book character who has leaped off the page into movies and TV with each incarnation getting nerdy anticipation and glee from fans of Batman’s arch nemesis in the DC Universe. Last week, Deadline broke the news that Warner Bros Studios is working on a stand-alone Joker movie. There is more, lot more. Yeah, I know I am also freaking out a bit.

This week brings even more news that Warner Bros is seeking to not have a blockbuster success tied to an established comic book character like the Joke, but they also want a film that will have ‘critical acclaim’ as well. That;s why the Hollywood Reporter wants the names in the movie business that attract the allure of delivering the regard of critics, Martin Scorsese and Leonardo Dicaprio.

Yes, the pair have worked together on several successful films including ‘The Aviator’ and ‘ Gangs of New York’. The idea going around is that Scosese would produce the film, which would help in getting Dicaprio to assume the role of the clown prince of crime in all of his chaotic glory. THR reports that ‘The Hangover’ director Todd Phillips would direct the potential project, but just take this as ‘talk’ until it’s actually announced and official.

It’s worth noting this film would be a separate from the DC Cinematic Universe, and act under a different label. Someone who is not happy about this, is the established actor who just dawned the green hair in last year’s ‘Suicide Sqaud’: Jared Leto. I don’t blame him, but he’s going to delight us with new 30 Seconds to Mars music pretty soon. Listen to their latest single here.

I don’t blame him, but he’s going to delight us with new 30 Seconds to Mars music pretty soon. Listen to their latest single here.

No deals have been signed by Scorsese or Dicaprio, but if you are movie fan with a mutual appreciation of Oscar fare like the work these two big names are known for and you love superhero movies , this has got to be exciting to hear.