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Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far On Foot (Premieres)
About: John Callahan (Joaquin Phoenix) was a reckless alcoholic before being paralyzed in a car accident when he was 21. His journey back from the brink sees him find friends in Alcoholics Anonymous while discovering a talent for drawing controversial cartoons.
Buzz: Phoenix gives an awards-worthy performance and disappears into the role. There are further outstanding performances from his supporting cast, including Jonah Hill, Rooney Mara, and Jack Black. And with director Gus Van Sant at the helm, this biopic is already one to watch for the next awards season.
One more thing: Ever enigmatic, Phoenix did not appear on stage for the post-premiere Q&A, despite being introduced along with the rest of the main cast and 11 members of Callahan’s family. Explaining why he was using his cellphone on stage, Hill replied: "I was texting Joaquin to see where he was. I was saying 'We're all up on stage. Where are you?'"
About: John Callahan (Joaquin Phoenix) was a reckless alcoholic before being paralyzed in a car accident when he was 21. His journey back from the brink sees him find friends in Alcoholics Anonymous while discovering a talent for drawing controversial cartoons.
Buzz: Phoenix gives an awards-worthy performance and disappears into the role. There are further outstanding performances from his supporting cast, including Jonah Hill, Rooney Mara, and Jack Black. And with director Gus Van Sant at the helm, this biopic is already one to watch for the next awards season.
One more thing: Ever enigmatic, Phoenix did not appear on stage for the post-premiere Q&A, despite being introduced along with the rest of the main cast and 11 members of Callahan’s family. Explaining why he was using his cellphone on stage, Hill replied: "I was texting Joaquin to see where he was. I was saying 'We're all up on stage. Where are you?'"
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