Joker: Here are Joaquin Phoenix's five best performances in films

Joaquin Phoenix is undeniably one of most talented actors working in entertainment industry. actor is kwn to choose versatile roles and give his all to every role he plays. Joaquin's version of Joker is being widely acclaimed and loved by critics and audience alike. R-rated take on character is reportedly being eyed for many Oscar minations this year-round including major minations like Best Actor and Best Film. Here is a list of Joaquin Phoenix's best performances till w. 

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1) Her (2013)

Her was directed by Spike Jonze. film is set in near future where a man named odore Twombly struggles to find a connection with anyone after his divorce. His problems are solved by a personalized AI program named Samantha. film explores depths of human emotions and human vulnerabilities. Her won an oscar for Best Screenplay in 2014.

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2) Gladiator (2000)

Joaquin Phoenix was seen in a negative role in Gladiator. film was an ambitious project by Ridley Scott who wished to portray tale from Roman history as a visual spectacle. film reportedly had a budget of $ 105 million, which was a humongous budget for a movie back in 2000. Joaquin's performance in film brought him an Oscar mination for Best Supporting Role. film collected $ 405 million at box-office. Also read: Tom Holland's Last Minute Appeal Got 'Spider-Man' Back Into MCU

3) Signs (2002)

M. Night Shyamalan has delivered some of best fictional thrillers in film industry. Joaquin's performance was heavily praised in film as he plays role of Merill Hess who resides in a farmhouse. sudden mysterious event of extraterrestrial attack sets story to pace. film is often regarded as one of M. Night Shyamalan's best movies by critics and audiences alike. 

4) You Were Never Really Here (2017)

Joaquin Phoenix played role of an army veteran in film. film revolves around a traumatized veteran tracking down girls who have disappeared. film showcases Joaquin strengths as an actor as his character goes through many revelations throughout film. film was directed by Lynne Ramsay. 

5) Immigrant (2013)

film features Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Renner and Joaquin Phoenix in pivotal roles. film is a period set in 1921. Joaquin plays role of Bru Weiss, His performance was praised as best performance in film. Drama film was directed by James Gray and was well-received by critics and audiences. 

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