a (dramatic portrait of the Joker:1.3) from (DC Comics:1.2), captured in (stark black and white:1.2). He is facing the viewer in (profile:1.2), with his head turned slightly back, displaying a (menacing and enigmatic expression:1.3). The (harsh lighting:1.2) accentuates the (deep lines and textures:1.2) on his (white-painted face:1.2), creating (sharp contrasts:1.2) that highlight his (dark, smudged eye makeup:1.3) and (distinctive, exaggerated features:1.2). His (slicked-back hair:1.1) and (partially shadowed visage:1.2) enhance the (intense, brooding atmosphere:1.2) of the image. The (background is pitch black:1.1), further drawing attention to the (sinister, captivating presence:1.3) of the character, emphasizing the (mysterious and ominous aura:1.2) that surrounds him.