

Now 60 years old, Val Kilmer is far from retired, as he's set to produce Mark Twain and Mary Baker Eddy, and has reportedly already completed filming for five movies in 2020 alone.Reviewed by eddie_baggins 8 / 10 A unique documentary of a unique individualĪ fittingly unique documentary for an undeniably unique figure of pop culture and Hollywood, Val is a refreshingly real and honest examination of actor Val Kilmer, whose multi-decade career in the movie industry now finds itself in a sad position following the performers battle with throat cancer that has left Kilmer with difficulty talking and completing everyday tasks. In May 2020, The New York Times published a feature about Kilmer's fascinating career, with the actor reflecting about being "miserable" during his Batman days and gaining a new perspective after truly experiencing the Hollywood machine.



Still, the elder Kilmer's involvement in Top Gun: Maverick has sparked new interest in the original Iceman. Specifically, there's been speculation about how Kilmer will be incorporated into the sequel's storyline, as he no longer speaks the same due to throat cancer and a tracheostomy. In 2020, younger moviegoers may be more familiar with Jack Kilmer ( Palo Alto, The Nice Guys, Lords of Chaos) than his more accomplished father. Kilmer landed another big hit with Kiss Kiss Bang Bangin 2005 but, at 45 years old, life had changed for a variety of reasons, including a divorce from actress Joanne Whalley, raising children, and questionable on-set behavior, resulting in a movie career that was more about being a high-quality working actor rather than holding out for big checks.
