Joaquin Rafael Phoenix (born October 28, 1974), formerly credited as Leaf Phoenix, is an American film actor. He was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and his family returned to the continental United States four years later. Phoenix is from a family of performers, including his older brother, the late River Phoenix. Phoenix has ventured behind the camera, directing music videos[citation needed] as well as producing movies and television shows, and has recorded an album, the soundtrack to Walk the Line. He is also known for his work as a social activist, particularly as an advocate for animal rights. This book is your ultimate resource for Joaquin Phoenix. Here you will find the most up-to-date information, photos, and much more. In easy to read chapters, with extensive references and links to get you to know all there is to know about his Early life, Career and Personal life right away. A quick look inside: Joaquin Phoenix, Backwards: The Riddle of Dyslexia, Kids Don't Tell, SpaceCamp, Parenthood (film), To Die For, U Turn (1997 film), Inventing the Abbotts, 8mm (film), Clay Pigeons, Return to Paradise (1998 film), The Yards, Quills, Gladiator (2000 film), Buffalo Soldiers (film), Signs (film), Brother Bear, It's All About Love, Ladder 49, The Village (2004 film), Hotel Rwanda, Walk the Line, Earthlings (film), We Own the Night, Reservation Road, Two Lovers (film), I'm Still Here (film), The Master (2012 film).