Joaquin Phoenix at Folsom State Prison
Joaquin Phoenix, star of the surprisingly stupendous Cash/Carter Cash biopic Walk the Line, will attend a screening of the movie at Folsom State Prison, where Johnny Cash recorded (of all things) At Folsom State Prison.
“John believed in the power of redemption and offered his unique gift to anyone who needed to find it within them, and in the process, he inspired millions,” Phoenix said in a statement. “I can think of no greater way to honor him than to carry on his legacy of using music to connect to all people.”
Now, I like Joaquin Phoenix. I liked Walk the Line. But I can’t help but imagine this statement being read by him in the same manner his character tried to persuade the elders to let him go in search of medicine in The Village:
My mother is unaware of reasons of my visit today. She did not give her consent or consult me in any form. The passing of little Daniel Nicholson, from illness, and other events have weighed on my thoughts. I ask permission to cross into the forbidden woods and travel to the nearest town. I will gather new medicines, and I will return. With regards to those we don’t speak of, I am certain they will let me pass. Creatures can sense emotion and fear. They will see I am pure of intention and not afraid. The end.
Joaquin Booked at Folsom State [E! via Yahoo!]
