River Phoenix

[Skippy]

Are there any fans of River Phoenix here?

I've recently become a fan and have seen three of his films - Explorers (1985), Stand By Me (1986) and Running On Empty (1988).

I think he was a talented actor, and I admire how he stood for such things as animal rights and environmentalism.

[Astir]

I was just telling my mom the other day that I didn't really care much for him.  Growing up I liked him Explorers, more so in Stand By Me...but now I see Corey Feldman is what it's all about.

[Skippy]

Did you think his acting in general was quite good, though, Astir?

I know he's not to everyone's taste. But he seems to me to have been an admirable person. He really stuck by his principles and wanted to protect animals and the environment.

And, although his death was his fault, I still think it was a shame. He was very young and he could have done much more.

And I love his name.

He also seemed quite mature.