Phoenix starred in the crime-comedy film Clay Pigeons (1998), Return to Paradise (1998) followed by a role in the crime mystery thriller 8mm (1999) with Nicolas Cage. Phoenix's first role in 2000 was in his first collaboration with director James Gray in the crime film The Yards.

The film that confirmed Phoenix as a star was the historical epic Gladiator (2000). The Roman epic cast him as the selfish, paranoid young emperor Commodus opposite Russell Crowe's swarthy hero. Determined to make his character as real as possible, Phoenix gained weight and cultivated a pasty complexion during the shoot.

Joaquin Rafael Phoenix[a] (/ hwɑːˈkiːn / ⓘ whah-KEEN; né Bottom; born October 28, 1974) is an American actor. Known for his roles as dark, unconventional and eccentric characters, particularly in period dramas, he has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, a Grammy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards.

4 days ago · All Joaquin Phoenix Movies Ranked by Tomatometer. After making three movies in the ’80s credited as Leaf and then disappearing, Phoenix returned to the public eye, this time under his birth...

Joker is a 2019 American psychological thriller film directed by Todd Phillips from a screenplay he co-wrote with Scott Silver. Based on DC Comics characters, it stars Joaquin Phoenix and provides an alternative origin story for the Joker.

Sep 4, 2024 · Joaquin Phoenix finally addresses his decision to drop out of a movie at the last minute, which prompted angry responses from Hollywood. Hailing from May December (2023) director Todd Haynes and writer Jon Raymond, the untitled gay romance movie in question was expected to feature Phoenix in the lead role.

Dec 12, 2023 · Joaquin Phoenix is one of the greatest living actors, as the following movies - ranging from underrated arthouse films to blockbusters - all show.

Joaquin Rafael Phoenix (born October 28, 1974) is an American actor, producer, and animal rights activist. Known for playing dark and unconventional characters in independent film, he is the recipient of various accolades, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, a Grammy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards.

Apr 19, 2023 · From Walk the Line to Her, critics on Rotten Tomatoes have determined the best movies featuring Joaquin Phoenix.

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