Rating of
3.5/4
Walk the Line review
Daniel Corleone - wrote on 11/01/11
Johnny “J.R.” Cash (Joaquin Phoenix) and his band auditions for Sam Phillips, the owner of Sun Records. After Sam gives a little advice in terms of writing songs, Cash plays an original that he wrote. They record a deal and Cash becomes an instant hit. Johnny Cash and the Tennessee Two tours and meet the charming and humane June Carter (Reese Witherspoon). J.R. leaves Vivian Liberto and his kids and relentlessly pursues June. One of the best lines from the film: June - "You are not nothin'. You are a good man, and God has given you a second chance to make things right, John. This is your chance, honey. This is your chance."
Witherspoon’s stunning performance was well rewarded while Phoenix held his own and was positively recognized. Not only was this film about the story of the legendary Johnny Cash, but also the love displayed by two human beings in different backgrounds. The bonus disc filled with special features dissects the film’s production and research. It also shows how Johnny Cash was in real life. One of the best biographical films that touches the human heart while enjoying some country music and seeing future legends (Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison) in their youth. Themes of love, persistence, redemption, support and temptation. Walk the Line delivers its message and a realistic story of Johnny Cash and June Carter thanks to the brilliant cast and creative direction.
