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By Joe Atmonavage | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

When Keval Sanghavi peeked out the front window of his Newark Avenue apartment in Jersey City, his view was drastically changed from normal.

Production trucks lined the street outside of the Brennan courthouse. Fake trash piled up on the curb, with smoke machines accompanying it, and 1970s-style police cruisers from the 75th Precinct in fictional Gotham now owned the block.

It wasn't your typical Sunday in Jersey City.

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What Sanghavi, who moved to Jersey City last year, and many other residents quickly learned was that the Martin Scorsese-produced film "Joker" was in the midst of filming the largest production ever in the city.

The Todd Phillips film, which stars Joaquin Phoenix, is set to be released in October 2019.

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Everyone who this reporter attempted to interview about the film and their role in it declined to speak (or identify themselves) because of strict nondisclosure agreements, but it appears the scene will depict a news conference and a protest outside of the historic Jersey City courthouse.

A person, who worked in "Locations" for the film and declined to identify themselves, said the Brennan courthouse "just has the look" to make the scene work.

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While most of the residents were excited that the city was being used in a high-profile film, many were frustrated with the strict rules on set. Apparently, there was a no-photo policy, and when curious residents passed by, they were quickly told to put their phones down and not take photos.

"(They) are in our city," said Nicole Ortiz, a lifelong Jersey City resident.

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According to a Jersey City police officer on the scene, the filmmakers have the property until 7 a.m. Monday.

Here is a look inside and outside of the set on Newark Avenue.

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Extras for the film make their way down Newark Avenue.

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Pictured is the prop trash that was outside of Sanghavi's apartment.

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The Gotham City Police Department gears up for what should be a rowdy rally outside of "Wayne Hall."

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They even brought out the horses!

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For people who like classic cars, the scene outside of Brennan courthouse had a lot to offer. There were a variety of makes and models from the '60s and '70s, including Cadillacs, Ford Galaxie 500s and old-school Chevrolets.

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A "reporter" preps to cover the news conference.

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Filming will also take place in Newark from Oct. 13-16.

Joe Atmonavage may be reached at jatmonavage@njadvancemedia.com. Find NJ.com on Facebook.