Joaquin Phoenix

Joaquin Phoenix is not mentioned in either of the provided news articles. The first article discusses Gus Van Sant's upcoming film "La Corde au cou," focusing on the director's exploration of reality through a political thriller based on a historical kidnapping case. It highlights the film's premise and release date. The second article reports on the opposition from over a thousand filmmakers, including Jane Fonda, to the proposed merger of Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros., citing concerns about potential austerity measures resulting from the studio consolidation. Neither article provides any information or context related to Joaquin Phoenix, making it impossible to summarize his current newsworthiness or recent activities based on the given sources.