Why did Randall give the Joker the gun?

In Joker (2019), why did Randall give the Joker the gun? What was his actual motive? Did he give the gun thinking that when Joker will be performing he will drop it - as it happened?

Or did he really care for the Joker as he said?

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Why did Randall give the Joker the gun? - Photo of Scattered Playing Cards

Who is Randall in the Joker?

Joker (2019) - Glenn Fleshler as Randall - IMDb.

What kind of gun does Arthur Fleck use?

Arthur Fleck aka "The Joker" (Joaquin Phoenix) uses a Pre-Model 36 version of the Smith & Wesson Chief's Special throughout the film. The revolver is seen lying in the package along with several cartridges.

Did the Joker kill Sophie?

A Joker Deleted Scene Reveals Arthur Fleck Didn't Kill Sophie. After Todd Phillips spoke out on the matter himself and the film's official script was released online in 2019, it was eventually confirmed that Arthur didn't kill Sophie in Joker.

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