WALK THE LINE

2005. JAMES MANGOLD.  STARRING JOAQUIN PHOENIX, REESE WITHERSPOON. DRAMA. ROMANCE. BIOGRAPHY. HISTORY. JOHNNY CASH. MUSIC.

2005 American biographical drama film directed by James Mangold and based on the early life and career of country music artist Johnny Cash. The film stars Joaquin PhoenixReese WitherspoonGinnifer Goodwin, and Robert Patrick.  The film focuses on Cash's younger life, his romance with June Carter, and his ascent to the country music scene, with material taken from his autobiographies.