The most masterful aspect of this film is clearly the performances delivered by Joaquin Phoenix and Phillip Seymour Hoffman. I cannot comment enough on how breathtaking Joaquin Phoenix is in this role of a mentally tormented soul. He proves himself to be a physical actor whose body language has a script all of it's own. His interpretation of his character is shockingly portrayed. Hoffman delivers as always with incredible power and strength. Alas, the story line is not one I found as compelling as the performances. A cult figure, narcissistic, self-centered and pompous finds a following of mostly women (what else is new?) and abuses his power to control.
A funny aside: In a scene filled with nude females at a party Abe leaned in and said "want a role as an extra?" The only time I laughed.
I saw it on Saturday, and felt similarly about the story line. It didn't move me, but I did appreciate the amazing acting and beautiful shots.
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Same response, Addie. The performances were brilliant, though. I LOVED Abe's comment.
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