Walk the Line is the movie of the year. Not because it's such a great film, either. There's parts I would have done differently, things that don't really work - showing John writing "Folsom Prison Blues" and June writing "Ring of Fire", although surely accurate, was a little too melodramatic for me. But beyond the (admittedly rare) questionable moments, it tells the story like it was.

Based on the trailers, I thought Joaquin Phoenix was going to be passable at best. It turns out he captures the entire spirit of the man. His voice starts out shaky and uncertain and finishes with deep confidence. Reese Witherspoon is possibly even better in her role, and they both sing their hearts out.

It's a great movie, flaws and all. Just like the real Johnny Cash.