Review of Walk the Line (2005) by Revr. — 18 Nov 2005
There are two acts to this movie. The first moves as slow as syrup. Cash was a tormented, complex artist. The entire first movement hinged on blaming his self-destructive behavior on his brother's death accompanied by hiis father's scorn.
The second act is a ring of fire. Cash's relationship with June Carter adds passion to this film and saves it from total mediocrity. If his brother's death and father's scorn were his downfall, his love of June Carter was his salvation.
Both Phoenix and Witherspoon bring their characters to believable life; and Phoenix should be commended on attempting to sing like Cash. LIke Dylan, Johnny Cash was one of the truly distinct voices in rock and country; therefore, Phoenix deserves his accolades.
However, there was too much life and living in the life of Johnny Cash to capture in film. Perhaps, this is why many may be merciful in their judgement. Still, Carter's salvation of Cash would have been more powerful and moving if we had more insight into the depth of his great despair.
This review of Walk the Line (2005) was written by Revr. on 18 Nov 2005.
Walk the Line has generally received very positive reviews.
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