Actor and activist Joaquin Phoenix is best known for his heartfelt performances in movies such as “Walk the Line”, playing Johnny Cash, “Reservation Road” and many more. Phoenix has long been an advocate for animals. His strong stance against cruelty to any animal has him now speaking up for the millions of reptiles slaughtered mercilessly each year for the exotic-skin industry.
Many of these animals are boiled or skinned while they are still alive just so that they can be turned into shoes, bags, belts, and other accessories. Watch as Joaquin narrates peta2’s behind-the-scenes footage of the exotic-skin trade.
