In a newly released audio interview of River (thats 22 minutes long) he speaks about numerous different things including actors Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt. He also talks about the movie ‘Interview with the Vampire’ River had been cast in the movie. Christian Slater was given the role of Daniel Malloy upon the death of River Phoenix, the original choice for the role. Slater donated his $250,000 salary to two of Phoenix's favorite charities. This interview is from August 8th,1993 #riverphoenix #rive