Joaquin Phoenix has recently indicated that he'll be giving up acting to pursue a career as a rapper. Judging from the brief rap that he does in this film, let's hope that the consensus that it's all a big joke is correct. I personally hope that he is pulling a fast one on us, as his performance in this film only solidifies what a great acting talent he is. The story revolves around Leonard, played by Mr. Phoenix, who's a damaged and depressed soul, and not without reason. He works in his fathers dry cleaning business, but you get the distinct feeling that he's merely drifting along on autopilot. He meets Sandra, a daughter of a family friend and potential business partner, and a hesitant relationship ensues. Leonard also meets Michelle, who lives in his building, and who is troubled due to her own "guy" issues. The relationships he maintains with each are quite different from each other, and complex, and Leonard is not just some cad out for pleasure. This film deals with all the characters in a mature and thoughtful way as the film slowly draws you in, and gets even better as it goes along. Let's hope that the rappers keep rapping and the actors keep acting.
Rating - 3 Stars
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and Ben Stiller's Oscar show imitation of Joaquin on Lettermen is priceless.
I also hope he drops the rapper stuff, we lost his brother, River, whose potential was so great-would be a shame to lose Joaquin in a different way.
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