Joaquin Phoenix Nominated For a Razzie Playing Oscar-Winning Role

In 2020, Joaquin Phoenix won an Academy Award for Best Actor for playing Arthur Fleck in Joker.

2025 saw Phoenix receiving a Razzie nomination for Worst Actor, with his portrayal in the sequel to Joker, titled Folie à Deux, being the role he reprised.

This sounds like a joke. But like pretty much everything in Folie à Deux, it is not.

In another words, you might rephrase it as: Was Joaquin Phoenix really more outstanding portraying this character in the initial film? I have my doubts. Regardless of your opinion on “Joker: Madness Duet” – let’s be clear, I wasn’t a die-hard fan – I don’t believe Phoenix was the issue. He immersed himself wholeheartedly into his role, showcasing his singing, dancing abilities, and portraying Arthur Fleck with an intensity that encompassed both the tortured human side and the mental turmoil.

Yet, the movie seemed more like a tedious task at times – it appeared to challenge fans of the original flick, making them feel like they were being put on trial. The film was divided, with half taking place in a mental institution and the other half unfolding in a courtroom, where Gotham City’s district attorney was prosecuting Phoenix’s character, Arthur Fleck, for his actions depicted in the Joker movie.

In my perspective as a movie reviewer, the film titled “Folie à Deux” didn’t exactly captivate me with its character development or keep me on the edge of my seat as a legal thriller. However, it’s important to note that this isn’t a reflection on Phoenix’s acting abilities. After all, he wasn’t the one who penned the script. Interestingly, despite the film’s conceptual challenges, Lady Gaga delivered a respectable performance in “Folie à Deux,” and she even garnered a nomination for the Razzie Award for Worst Actress – a topic we can discuss another time.

In a unique twist that seems almost to have occurred before, an actor has come close to experiencing this situation: being initially awarded an Oscar for a role, then subsequently nominated for a Razzie upon reprising it. However, in actuality, such a sequence hasn’t been seen in the history of both the Oscars and the Razzies until now.

Sylvester Stallone, famously known for his role in the film ‘Rocky’, received a nomination for Best Actor at the Academy Awards. Later on, he was awarded the Razzie for Worst Actor for playing Rocky Balboa in ‘Rocky IV’. Interestingly, he had also been nominated for the Worst Actor Razzie for his role as Rocky in ‘Rocky V’, but that year he lost to Andrew Dice Clay from ‘The Adventures of Ford Fairlane’.

As a passionate cinephile, I often ponder about the profoundness hidden within the celluloid scenes, but sometimes, it feels like these films are simply a random sequence of events with no real significance. It’s as if they were created just to test our trivia knowledge one day, so I guess we should keep them in our mental archives for future reference.

Will Joaquin Phoenix be nominated for a Razzie for his Academy Award-winning performance? The announcement of the 2025 Razzie winners will take place on March 1.

25 Movies Turning 50 in 2025

Shampoo

The Academy Award-winning film “Shampoo,” starring and co-written by Warren Beatty, was released on February 11, 1975. In this film, Beatty portrays a Los Angeles hairstylist grappling with an existential dilemma. If you’re interested in understanding the fashion, language, and politics of the mid-1970s, “Shampoo” is an excellent starting point.

The movie “Shampoo,” which won an Oscar for Lee Grant, came out on February 11, 1975. In this film, Warren Beatty plays a hairstylist in LA who’s going through a deep thought crisis. If you want to learn about the style, slang, and politics of the mid-70s, “Shampoo” is a great way to start.

Deep Red

The timeless masterpiece by Dario Argento, titled “March 7, 1975”, is still one of the most cherished giallo films. The band Goblin’s captivating score adds an extra layer to its appeal. In this film, David Hemmings from Blowup plays a pianist entangled in a chilling sequence of murders.

Funny Lady

The sequel to Barbra Streisand’s blockbuster “Funny Girl,” which premiered on March 12, 1975, may not be as iconic or critically acclaimed nowadays as its original, but it was a massive success in 1975. It even managed to rank as the eighth highest-grossing film of that year. Streisand reprised her role as the renowned comedienne Fanny Brice in this production.

Back in 1975, Barbra Streisand’s “Funny Girl” sequel, released on March 12th, might not have the same level of fame or appreciation today as its predecessor, but it was a major hit at that time. In fact, it earned a place among the top eight highest-grossing films of the year. Streisand returned to her role as Fanny Brice in this film adaptation.

Tommy

On March 19, 1975, I had the pleasure of witnessing the big-screen adaptation of The Who’s iconic rock opera album from 1969. Directed by Ken Russell and featuring an illustrious ensemble including Roger Daltrey of The Who, Tina Turner, Eric Clapton, and Elton John as the Pinball Wizard in oversized boots, this movie version of Tommy may not have reached the same heights of adoration as the original album, but it certainly carved out a niche as a cult classic of its time.

Dolemite

On April 23, 1975, standup comedian Rudy Ray Moore transformed his stage character into a cinematic hero of sorts, producing a blaxploitation action comedy with a wink and a nod, filled with risqué humor and raw action. The film, which was lovingly crafted, stars Moore as the lead character, a nightclub owner (and pimp) who is let out of prison to take down some shady drug dealers. The creation of this charmingly entertaining movie was documented in the biopic “Dolemite Is My Name,” with Eddie Murphy portraying Moore.

Death Race 2000

The following is a satire of modern reality TV set in a cross-country car race where points are awarded for hitting pedestrians with your vehicle. This film, produced by Roger Corman and featuring David Carradine and a young Sylvester Stallone, was one of his most successful productions from the 1970s. In 2008, it was remade as “Death Race,” starring Jason Statham.

This movie, released on April 27, 1975, is a satirical take on today’s reality TV, set in a transcontinental car race where drivers earn points by running over pedestrians. It was produced by Roger Corman, one of his major successes from the ’70s, and starred David Carradine and a young Sylvester Stallone. The 2008 remake, titled “Death Race,” featured Jason Statham.

Monty Python and the Holy Grail

50 years ago, one of the wittiest and most memorable films ever produced graced our screens. The iconic British comedy group Monty Python premiered their first original feature film, using it to mercilessly satirize the tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. This movie was the top-grossing British film of 1975, and later inspired the hit Broadway musical “Spamalot.” Comedy enthusiasts still quote lines from this masterpiece today. (Ni!!)

The Eiger Sanction

As a cinephile, I found myself soaring to uncharted cinematic heights alongside the legendary Clint Eastwood in “The Eiger Sanction,” a pulse-pounding thriller that unfolds amidst the majestic Swiss Alps. This riveting tale of a retired assassin unwillingly lured back into his lethal past reminds me of a fusion between the gritty intensity of “John Wick” and the nail-biting suspense of “Cliffhanger.” Add to that an early, enchanting John Williams score, breathtaking vistas captured on location in Switzerland, and daredevil stunts performed by none other than Mr. Eastwood himself, and you’ve got a cinematic adventure not to be missed.

The Return of the Pink Panther

On May 21, 1975, Peter Sellers stepped back into the role of Inspector Clouseau after an eleven-year absence to film “The Return of The Pink Panther”. Directed once again by Blake Edwards, who had worked on previous Panther films, this comedy was a huge success that revitalized the series. Over the subsequent decade, four more movies were produced, with two even released posthumously following Sellers’ passing in 1980.

After an eleven-year hiatus, Peter Sellers reprised his role as Inspector Clouseau in “The Return of The Pink Panther”, which was released on May 21, 1975. Directed by Blake Edwards, who had worked on earlier Panther films, this comedy revitalized the series and led to four more movies being produced over the next ten years, with two even coming out after Sellers’ death in 1980.

Nashville

On June 11, 1975, Robert Altman’s acclaimed film “Nashville” was unveiled. This cinematic gem showcases a multitude of characters who flock to the city in the run-up to a charity concert for a political candidate. The movie garnered five Academy Award nominations, among them Best Picture and Director, and secured one win for its original song “I’m Easy.”

The famous director Robert Altman released his film “Nashville” on June 11, 1975. The movie is about a group of people who come together in a city before a concert to raise money for a political candidate. It was nominated for five Academy Awards and won one for its original song “I’m Easy.

Night Moves

One of the lesser-known films from 1975 is this gloomy neo-noir centered around a private detective (played by Gene Hackman) who’s on the trail of a missing girl. As he unravels the mystery, he finds that the answers only lead to more enigmas. Directed by Arthur Penn, who brought us ‘Bonnie and Clyde’, this movie is as much about the character analysis of Hackman’s disheartened detective as it is a traditional whodunit.

This underrated 1975 film is a dark neo-noir where Gene Hackman plays a private eye investigating a missing girl. As he solves the mystery, he discovers that the answers just lead to more questions. Directed by Arthur Penn, known for ‘Bonnie and Clyde’, this movie is as much about understanding Hackman’s character as it is about solving the case.

Jaws

Cooley High

This significant film in African-American cinema, known as “Cooley High,” is a poignant coming-of-age story about two Chicago teens (portrayed by Glynn Turman and Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs) in their last days of high school. It’s both humorous and emotional, earning its place in the Library of Congress’ National Film Registry in 2021, where it was recognized as one of the most successful films of 1975. Interestingly, an attempt to adapt “Cooley High” for television ultimately evolved into the popular 1970s sitcom known as “What’s Happening!!”.

Rollerball

Originally released on June 25, 1975, the movie “Rollerball” gained popularity and was later remade. In that year, James Caan, who also starred in Barbra Streisand’s “Funny Lady,” played the lead role. The sport portrayed in the film is a brutal one adored by the inhabitants of the dystopian 2018. (Seems fitting!) Although the remake turned out to be a failure, the original, directed by Norman Jewison, isn’t too shabby.

First hitting the screens on June 25, 1975, “Rollerball” was later remade but found success in its initial run. In that year, James Caan, who also starred in Barbra Streisand’s “Funny Lady,” took on the lead role. The game depicted in this film is a grueling one enjoyed by the residents of a dystopian 2018. (Quite appropriate!) Despite the poor reception of the remake, the original, helmed by Norman Jewison, still has its merits.

The Other Side of the Mountain

In the 1970s, romantic dramas that tugged at heartstrings were all the rage. The film, “The Other Side of the Mountain,” released on July 25, 1975, showcased a skilled slalom skier (Marilyn Hassett) who suffered a crippling injury and found love with another daredevil skier, portrayed by Beau Bridges. Despite its melancholic turns, the movie was a massive success and even spawned a sequel, “The Other Side of the Mountain Part 2.” Both films were inspired by the true story of ski champion Jill Kinmont.

Picnic at Hanging Rock

On August 8, 1975, the critically acclaimed Australian film, which marked the beginning of director Peter Weir’s international career, was released. This movie is often recognized as a key component of the “Australian New Wave” movement from the 1970s. The plot revolves around the perplexing disappearance of a group of schoolgirls during a picnic outing. Since then, Weir’s cryptic drama has sparked much debate and discussion, ultimately earning a place in the Criterion Collection in the late 1990s.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

The iconic midnight movie, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” first graced the screens in the summer of 1975, initially as a flop. However, late-night viewers who stumbled upon this unique rock musical quickly became enamored, and a timeless legend was born that continues to captivate audiences today. Can you envision the 50th anniversary screenings they’ll hold for “The Rocky Horror Picture Show”? They’ll transport you right back to 1975 with a time warp!

Mitchell

The film titled “September 10, 1975” – a modest police thriller featuring Joe Don Baker – doesn’t quite qualify as a cinematic masterpiece, but it holds significance in the annals of bad movies. It was the movie that served as the backdrop for Joel’s final episode on the original airing of “Mystery Science Theater 3000.

Dog Day Afternoon

1975 marked the release of a gripping drama titled “Dog Day Afternoon,” directed by Sidney Lumet. This film was based on a true story involving a bank heist in Brooklyn that spiraled out of control. Al Pacino delivered one of his finest performances in this movie, and Frank Pierson’s screenplay earned an Oscar. “Dog Day Afternoon” is undeniably one of the standout films from that year.

In 1975, a fantastic drama called “Dog Day Afternoon” was released. Directed by Sidney Lumet, it’s based on a real-life bank heist in Brooklyn. Al Pacino gave one of his best performances, and the screenplay won an Oscar. This movie is among the best films from 1975.

Three Days of the Condor

In the wake of the Watergate scandal, the mid to late 1970s became a golden era for suspenseful thrillers with a hint of paranoia. One of the standout films from this period is Sydney Pollack’s “Three Days of the Condor,” featuring Robert Redford as the lone survivor of a tragic incident at the CIA’s New York office. After being falsely accused of multiple crimes, he finds himself on the run, trying to clear his name and unravel the intricate web of conspiracy. It’s high time we had another film like this in the spy genre; if you haven’t seen “Three Days of the Condor,” I highly recommend giving it a watch.

Shivers

1975 marked a significant milestone in horror cinema with David Cronenberg’s breakthrough film, Shivers, a low-budget Canadian indie. This chilling tale revolved around a series of gruesome deaths linked to a sexually-transmitted parasite, a classic Cronenbergian theme. Indeed, it seemed as if this movie was tailor-made for the director! Shivers proved to be one of the most successful Canadian films of its time and paved the way for Cronenberg’s rise as a prominent genre director in the 20th century.

The Sunshine Boys

The film adaptation of Neil Simon’s popular Broadway play “The Sunshine Boys” was released on November 6, 1975. In this movie, Walter Matthau and George Burns portray a pair of grumpy old vaudeville entertainers who come together again after a long estrangement following a heated falling out. Interestingly, Burns earned an Oscar for his role in the film, which unexpectedly catapulted him into stardom in his later years. At the time he filmed “The Sunshine Boys”, Burns was almost 80; he then went on to star in numerous other comedies such as “Oh, God!”, “Going in Style”, and “18 Again!”.

In a more concise way: The movie “The Sunshine Boys” (released Nov. 6, 1975) features Walter Matthau and George Burns playing two feuding old vaudevillians who reunite after many years apart. Burns won an Oscar for his performance in the film, leading to a late-career surge in movie roles like “Oh, God!”, “Going in Style”, and “18 Again!

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

1975 saw Milos Forman’s adaptation of Ken Kesey’s “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” as the Best Picture at the Oscars. Notably, it was the second film ever to sweep all five major categories (Picture, Director, Screenplay, Actor, Actress), a feat replicated only once more since then, by “The Silence of the Lambs” in 1991. Interestingly, this darkly comedic drama about life in a mental institution was the topic of conversation in the very first episode of “Siskel & Ebert.

Barry Lyndon

The Hindenburg

1975 saw fewer disaster movies compared to the previous year, but among them was a notable release – “The Hindenburg”, a film based on the infamous blimp catastrophe, which took place on December 25th. This star-studded film hints at sabotage as the cause of the disaster and makes for an exciting holiday viewing experience suitable for all ages!

“The Hindenburg”, a movie about the well-known blimp disaster, was released during Christmas in 1975. This star-studded film suggests that sabotage caused the catastrophe and is perfect family entertainment for the holiday season!

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