I'm Still Here

This mockumentary chronicles actor Joaquin Phoenix's supposed career change to become a rapper. Following his public announcement of retirement from acting, the film documents his often bizarre and controversial journey through the music industry. It captures his interactions with managers, producers, and the public as he attempts to gain credibility as a hip-hop artist. The film blurs the lines between reality and performance, leaving audiences questioning the authenticity of Phoenix's endeavors.

I'm Still Here was met with a divided critical reception. While some praised Joaquin Phoenix's audacious and committed performance, seeing it as a bold artistic statement, many critics found the film to be self-indulgent, tedious, and lacking in genuine insight or humor. Audience reactions were similarly split, with some finding it a fascinating experiment and others deeming it a pointless exercise.

• Praised for Joaquin Phoenix's committed and audacious performance.

• Criticized for being self-indulgent and lacking substance.

• Divisive for its blurring of lines between reality and performance.

Google audience: Google users had a mixed reaction, with some finding the film to be a fascinating and bold experiment in performance art. However, a significant portion found it to be boring, unfunny, and a waste of time, questioning the artistic merit and purpose of the project.

The film's premise was initially kept secret from most of the cast and crew, with Joaquin Phoenix and Casey Affleck maintaining the illusion that Phoenix was genuinely attempting a rap career, leading to many spontaneous and unscripted reactions.