Joaquin Phoenix

Rise to Prominence

Joaquin Phoenix's career took off in the late 1990s and early 2000s with critically acclaimed performances.

To Die For

1995

Joaquin starred opposite Nicole Kidman in Gus Van Sant's To Die For, marking his return to acting after a brief hiatus.

Gladiator and Quills

2000

Joaquin received an Academy Award nomination for his role as Commodus in Gladiator and also appeared in Quills.

Continued Success

2001-2004

Joaquin appeared in films such as Buffalo Soldiers (2001), Signs (2002), The Village (2004), and Hotel Rwanda (2004).