David O. Russell's Joy (2015) traces the improbable rise of a self-made entrepreneur, and Robert De Niro's Rudy Mangano — Joy's volatile, old-school father — supplies the friction that keeps the family dynamics churning. De Niro wears the Ray-Ban RB2140 Wayfarer in black 901, a frame so iconic it verges on cliché, but on Rudy it reads differently: a stubborn man clinging to the signifiers of an earlier era, the bold acetate silhouette a visual echo of his unyielding personality. The Wayfarer's sharp angles and dark lenses amplify Rudy's confrontational energy, turning a classic design into a character statement that says more about arrested development than cool.
The Ray-Ban Wayfarer RB2140 is one of the most iconic sunglasses models, crafted from durable acetate and defined by its distinctive trapezoidal shape. First introduced in the 1950s, it features bold lines and a slightly tilted front for a unique visual identity. Typically available with G-15, gradient, or polarized lenses, it provides reliable visual clarity and sun protection. The structured frame ensures a secure and comfortable fit for everyday wear.
