Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Faking it?

Joaquin Phoenix is one of the most peculiar celebrities out there. Let's not forget his memorable semi-recent stint on the David Letterman show. His new film 'I'm Still Here' has audiences in a tither over whether the 'documentary' is all just one big stunt. The film documents Phoenix's life after he announces his retirement as an A-list Hollywood actor, in order to pursue his career as a rapper! (yes that's right....Joaquin as a rapper....perhaps he could be the next Eminem....I won't be holding my breath)


Joaquin Phoenix before his retirement
Source: http://www.q1075.com/joomla/images/stories/joaquin-phoenix-flu.jpg

Check out the link here...http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/blogs/cinetopia/the-verdict-on-joaquin-phoenix-film-im-still-here/20100914-15apa.html
Make sure you watch the trailer for the film too....lets just say I am not convinced!

I thoroughly enjoyed reading the above article. Although it is a film review, it seems to go beyond the typical review format. The author presents us with several key points as to why the film is being considered as a hoax, which in turn allows us to make up our our minds. The strange thing though is that Joaquin was a well-known Hollywood actor who had memorable roles in major blockbusters, including 'Gladiator' and 'Walk the Line'. It seems fairly far-fetched that someone so successful would want to give it all away. In my opinion, if it was a C-list celebrity who had done this, I would be more likely to believe their film.


Joaquin Phoenix post-retirement
(Source: http://filmpopper.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/Joaquin-Phoenix.jpg)

Even if the film is not a true documentary, I'm sure it will gain large audience numbers due to the vast publicity surrounding it. I'm intrigued, especially after reading this article and will most definitely go and see 'I'm Still Here'.

1 comment:

  1. I'm dying to see this! especially after reading countless articles stating that he had a career change and was no longer an actor , but a gangster rapper...and of course the ever cliched article "Joaquin Phoenix is on crack"
    time to see what all the fuss is about!

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