Release Date
February 13, 2009 (Limited)
DVD Release Date
June 30, 2009 (Buy on Amazon)
Director
James Gray
Writer
James Gray, Richard Menello
Cast
Joaquin Phoenix, Gwyneth Paltrow, Vinessa Shaw, Isabella Rossellini, Elias Koteas, Moni Moshonov
Studio
Running Time
100 minutes
MPA Rating
Rated R for language, some sexuality and brief drug use
Set in the insular world of Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, "Two Lovers" is a classic romantic drama, with Joaquin Phoenix giving a raw and vulnerable performance as Leonard, a charismatic but troubled young man who moves back into his childhood home following a recent heartbreak. While recovering under the watchful eye of his parents (Isabella Rossellini and Moni Monoshov), Leonard meets two women in quick succession: Michelle (Gwyneth Paltrow), a mysterious and beautiful neighbor who is... Full synopsis »
MOVIE REVIEW
Joaquin Phoenix. What comes to mind when you hear that name? Two-time Academy Award nominee? Younger brother of River Phoenix? Or crazy, bearded rapper wannabe who embarrassed himself, either intentionally or not, on a variety of occasions over the last several months? Regardless, what he isn't known for is his "final" movie Two Lovers, which he was supposed to be promoting on David Letterman during the now infamous gum chewing interview. Full movie review »
