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While the French term in the title translates to a madness, or delusion, shared by two, the introduction of one Harleen “Lee” Quinzel — the film’s Harley Quinn, played by Lady Gaga — comes with apparent recognition of her by other people in the story, like Arthur’s lawyer Maryanne Stewart, played by Oscar nominee Catherine Keener.