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Joaquin Phoenix Bombs Letterman

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This is one of those moments that make staying up late to watch the frequently mind numbing Letterman completely worthwhile. Watch as Joaquin Phoenix mumbles, grumbles and gets angry in what is likely one of the most awkward and delightfully uncomfortable interviews to date. I wouldn’t want to talk to Letterman either and this interview was definitely forced. Letterman’s comment after Phoenix suggest performing on the show after his rap career gets going is the point when it’s quite apparent Letterman wants to be doing the interview as much as Phoenix.

I want to side with Phoenix, although after seeing the video of his new music career, he’s making it a little tricky to be on his side. Although, who the hell signed this guy up for Letterman? He’s obviously going through something and doesn’t need more screen time doing shitty interviews.

What do you think? Should Phoenix have been a more delightful guest for the almost cruely cold Letterman? Let us know!\

COMMENTS

  1. Posted by Steve
    Thursday, February 12, 2009 7:31PM

    Why is it when a person goes crazy they have to grow the requisite shaggy crazy guy beard?

  2. Posted by James NomadRip
    Thursday, February 12, 2009 8:47PM

    Either he's doing some kind of shtick, and failing badly (think the Latka guy), or he's got serious issues that he can hopefully get addressed before something bad happens to him or by him. Talented guy, I wish him nothing but the best, but I'm worried for him.

  3. Posted by uranidiot
    Thursday, February 12, 2009 9:54PM

    you are an idiot

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  5. Posted by John
    Friday, February 13, 2009 5:59PM

    Who needs comments for this delightful raw existential angst?
    No need for comments. The scene is great by itself. Let it ring…

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  7. Posted by Joe
    Sunday, February 15, 2009 9:05AM

    Joaquin likes to take roles as the odd man out, but that works for him as an actor so this interview with Letterman might complement his career

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