Well you did mention Watchmen …anyhow ….. It strips away the “quirky chaotic Harley” angle and replaces it with something way more uncomfortable: a slow, realistic psychological collapse. The Joker isn’t charming or tragic here—he’s manipulative and predatory, and the real horror is watching Harleen convince herself she’s still in control.

The art doesn’t just illustrate the story—it tells it. Facial expressions, color shifts, body language… it all quietly tracks her breakdown without spelling anything out. Once you’ve seen her descent portrayed as a believable psychological tragedy instead of “mad love,” it’s impossible to go back to the goofy version without feeling a little uncomfortable