Acting is an art. An art I cannot boast of possessing. An art, nonetheless. Acting has evolved greatly over the years: starting in the Shakespearean era as plays, and now becoming an essential part of our culture. There has always been lots of debate over the "best" actors, but I've put together a list of 10 actors that have never failed to impress me.
10. Johnny Depp
Notable Films:
Johnny Depp, a public heartthrob, has done countless roles over the years. My favorite is the swashing, witty, CAPTAIN Jack Sparrow. He is known for playing playing "unusual characters". He also never watches his own movies.
9. Ben Kingsley
Notable Films:
Ben Kingsley (an Indian, born Krishna Bhanji) has demostrated brilliance in Gandhi. He was widely recognized as one of the finest British actors. His latest performance, the Mandarin in Iron Man 3 was excellent- when of the sole gems in an average movie.
8. Daniel Day-Lewis
Notable Films:
Daniel Day-Lewis has always performed excellent roles, well-known for his great preparation for each. Daniel Day-Lewis's memorable performance in Lincoln gave him his third Oscar for Best Actor. He is the only actor in history to win three Best Actor Academy Awards.
7. Michael Caine
Notable Films:
Michael Caine, who usually plays mentors or father-figures to main characters, plays unforgettable roles. One of his famous lines is: "The difference between a movie star and a movie actor is this--a movie star will say, 'How can I change the script to suit me?" and a movie actor will say. "How can I change me to suit the script?' "
6. Kevin Spacey
Notable Films:
Kevin Spacey is enigmatic, and known for his versatility- his brilliant ease of slipping into each of his roles comfortably. He does hilarious celebrity impersonations too!
5. Morgan Freeman
Notable Films:
Morgan Freeman is truly a classic actor. He's known for his deep, soothing voice that often narrates his films. To quote him, "Is there a movie I think I should have won the Oscar for? Yeah. All of them."
4. Jack Nicholson
Notable Films:
Jack Nicholson slow drawl voice, has played numerous classic roles. He often plays a character with mental instability. His most memorable role is in The Shining: "Here's Johnny!"
3. Robert De Niro
Notable Films:
Widely considered one of the greatest actors of all time, Robert De Niro has been in a number of classics, and delivered brilliant performances. He's known for the intense physical and mental preparations for each role, as well as heavily studying the characters' background.
2. Al Pacino
Notable Films:
Al Pacino scores a close second for the greatest actor of all time. His stunning performances of all become classics. From the crime boss, Don Michael Corleone, to a portrayal of Al Capone in Scarface, Al Pacino's performances are legendary.
1. Marlon Brando
Notable Films:
Marlon Brando is widely recognized as the greatest actor to ever walk this Earth. His stunning roles have captivated audiences for decades, even long after he's gone. His most notable performance was the iconic mobster, Don Vito Corleone in the Godfather.
Here is a taste of Brando's acting:
10. Johnny Depp
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| Johnny Depp |
Notable Films:
Johnny Depp, a public heartthrob, has done countless roles over the years. My favorite is the swashing, witty, CAPTAIN Jack Sparrow. He is known for playing playing "unusual characters". He also never watches his own movies.
9. Ben Kingsley
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| Ben Kingsley |
Ben Kingsley (an Indian, born Krishna Bhanji) has demostrated brilliance in Gandhi. He was widely recognized as one of the finest British actors. His latest performance, the Mandarin in Iron Man 3 was excellent- when of the sole gems in an average movie.
8. Daniel Day-Lewis
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| Daniel Day-Lewis |
Daniel Day-Lewis has always performed excellent roles, well-known for his great preparation for each. Daniel Day-Lewis's memorable performance in Lincoln gave him his third Oscar for Best Actor. He is the only actor in history to win three Best Actor Academy Awards.
7. Michael Caine
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| Michael Caine |
Michael Caine, who usually plays mentors or father-figures to main characters, plays unforgettable roles. One of his famous lines is: "The difference between a movie star and a movie actor is this--a movie star will say, 'How can I change the script to suit me?" and a movie actor will say. "How can I change me to suit the script?' "
6. Kevin Spacey
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| Kevin Spacey |
Kevin Spacey is enigmatic, and known for his versatility- his brilliant ease of slipping into each of his roles comfortably. He does hilarious celebrity impersonations too!
5. Morgan Freeman
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| Morgan Freeman |
Morgan Freeman is truly a classic actor. He's known for his deep, soothing voice that often narrates his films. To quote him, "Is there a movie I think I should have won the Oscar for? Yeah. All of them."
4. Jack Nicholson
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| Jack Nicholson |
Jack Nicholson slow drawl voice, has played numerous classic roles. He often plays a character with mental instability. His most memorable role is in The Shining: "Here's Johnny!"
3. Robert De Niro
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| Robert De Niro |
Widely considered one of the greatest actors of all time, Robert De Niro has been in a number of classics, and delivered brilliant performances. He's known for the intense physical and mental preparations for each role, as well as heavily studying the characters' background.
2. Al Pacino
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| Al Pacino |
1. Marlon Brando
Notable Films:
Marlon Brando is widely recognized as the greatest actor to ever walk this Earth. His stunning roles have captivated audiences for decades, even long after he's gone. His most notable performance was the iconic mobster, Don Vito Corleone in the Godfather.
Here is a taste of Brando's acting:
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