<P> The film 's interpretation of the Joker embodies themes of chaos , anarchy and obsession : Throughout the film , the character expresses a desire to upset social order through crime , and defines himself by his conflict with Batman . The character also explores techniques found in Ledger 's previous performances , including his clown act in Terry Gilliam 's fantasy film The Brothers Grimm . Further , it references paintings by artist Francis Bacon , Anthony Burgess ' novel A Clockwork Orange and various punk rock musicians . </P>
<P> The film 's interpretation of the Joker embodies themes of chaos , anarchy and obsession : Throughout the film , the character expresses a desire to upset social order through crime , and defines himself by his conflict with Batman . The character also explores techniques found in Ledger 's previous performances , including his clown act in Terry Gilliam 's fantasy film The Brothers Grimm . Further , it references paintings by artist Francis Bacon , Anthony Burgess ' novel A Clockwork Orange and various punk rock musicians . </P>
what was joker 's plan in the dark knight
what was joker 's plan in the dark knight
to upset social order through crime
to upset social order through crime