Walking A Great Line ****

Rating: 9/10 (4 March 2006)

Joaquin Phoenix gives a beautiful performance as the late Johnny Cash. Phoenix, who did his own singing, is absolutely superb as the late singer, who had a rough childhood with an abusive father whose disdain for him increased following the tragic death of his brother.
Reese Witherspoon portrays June Carter, the love of Johnny's life. Ms. Witherspoon, though adequate in her acting, really has a supporting performance and why she has been nominated in the best actress category is an enigma to me.
The picture belongs to Phoenix all the way. His characterization of fame, fortune, drugs and downward spiral are well done.
The two sing quite well and the chemistry is great between them.