The "You’re Laughing" meme originates from the climactic sequence of Todd Phillips’ 2019 psychological thriller *Joker*, specifically during the tense confrontation between Arthur Fleck and talk show host Murray Franklin. In this scene, after Arthur confesses to a triple homicide on live television, a disgusted Murray reprimands him by stating, "You're laughing. Someone was killed today because of what you did, and you're laughing," to which Arthur responds with a chilling invitation for another joke. This dialogue immediately resonated with audiences for its raw depiction of societal friction and moral nihilism, providing a stark template for internet subcultures to explore the juxtaposition of tragedy and humor. Digital adoption of the scene began in late 2019 on platforms like Twitter and Reddit, where users initially utilized the quote to react to grim news cycles or bizarre headlines that elicited an ironic or inappropriate chuckle. The meme eventually mutated into a versatile template where the "Murray" figure represents a scolding status quo and "Joker" represents a chaotic observer of modern absurdity. Through countless iterations—ranging from redraws featuring diverse fictional characters to meta-commentary on "doomer" culture—the meme has cemented its place as the definitive shorthand for the psychological disconnect between individual apathy and collective societal collapse.