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The Irishman (2019)

A hot contender for the upcoming awards season, Martin Scorsese’s latest brings together a classic Scorsese film that boasts an epic cast, epic direction and an epic time length of 209 minutes. Despite its long running length, this is a film that demands attention throughout due to its numerous plots and characters that cross and interweave revealing layers of motivations and development. What has made this film so compelling for both audiences and critics alike is how quintessentially Scorsese it is, bringing in old and new faces while still bringing something new to the gangster genre. The film stars Robert De Niro as Frank, a delivery driver turned hitman working for local mobster Russell Bufalino (Joe Pesci) before ascending the ranks and working for bigtime union owner, Jimmy Hoffa (Al Pacino). The film also features supporting turns from Ray Romano, Anna Paquin and Stephen Graham, Scorsese goes back to what he does best, exploring the Italian mob underworld with splatters of blood (the alternative title for the film is I Heard you Paint Houses) and excessive language. Scorsese’s popularity has never really diminished but it feels as though The Irishman has resonated with its audience with its brilliant use of nostalgia, mixed with the future in the choice of producing it for streaming titan, Netflix.

Scorsese’s direction is as distinctive as ever. The films flows like the Bible epics he is inspired by and allows the masks of the characters to slip slowly as unexpected alliances are formed and relationships are broken. The Irishman may be a lower age rating in the UK than many other Scorsese offerings but don’t let that fool you into thinking it is anything less. The violence is brutal and there is blood by the bucketload. The key to this film is that The Irishman doesn’t need it and Scorsese knows this. Using present day Frank to reflect on the past gives the film its nostalgia as the audience is looking back at the days of Scorsese’s classic gangster films such as Goodfellas (1990) when they see actors like Pesci and Pacino tapping into what they do so well.

The big guess is predicting who will win the Best Supporting Actor Oscar between Pesci and Pacino. Time will tell whether voters will go for Pacino’s extroverted big time player or Pesci’s subtle plotting locally respected mobster. Either is a deserved winner but if I would have to choose between them, I would probably say Pesci as pulling off such a great performance after a long absence from acting shows his natural talent. Equally, another very real possibility is that voters are split between the two and the award actually goes to Brad Pitt for his impeccable performance in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. All three are deserving in their own way and I think the Golden Globe will start the trend on which one starts to receive this award at the subsequent shows.

The technical aspects of this film also slot nicely into the Scorsese catalogue with quick-fire editing and a wide scope of locations. Even when the characters are on different sides of the country, it still feels as though the conflicting sides are in neighbouring rooms. One particular scene that I thought was brilliantly shot is when Frank murders a rival in a restaurant. We see him continuously move from the front of the joint to the back, firing his shots before facing his rival on the street at the back and shooting him before escaping in a getaway car.

The Irishman has proved to be Scorsese’s most accomplished film in modern times. Drawing on his strengths and knowing how to push them is expected from someone as experienced. Sure, there could have been more use of female characters as Anna Paquin is sorely underused in this film but this is a story about the 1970s male-dominated Italian American underworld. Contextually, it does make sense and who knows, maybe Martin will make a film in the future with strong female characters and try something new. In the meantime, this is a film that indulges its nostalgia whilst acknowledging its maturity. With this and Noah Baumbach’s Marriage Story being released on Netflix, it seems that streaming services are the future of film and that this isn’t necessarily a bad thing.

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Top 5 Andrew Garfield Performances

Andrew Garfield is one of the most exciting millennial actors out there with a huge resume under his belt that boasts film, theatre and television. Since his breakout role in David Fincher’s The Social Network, Garfield’s talents have gone from strength to strength and his career has brought him an Academy Award nomination, two BAFTA nominations and a Tony Award for his performance in the Broadway production of Angels in America. He’s a fearless actor and clearly wants to stretch himself and show off the range he has.

His filmography isn’t as extensive as his television and stage work but this proves the care that he takes in selecting his roles. One his earlier roles that I absolutely adore is The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009) which in true Terry Gilliam style is utterly bonkers but Garfield is wonderful as troupe member, Anton. The fact that that performance doesn’t even make the top 5 just shows his skill as an actor.

Without further ado, here are my top 5 Andrew Garfield performances in chronological order:

The Social Network (2010)

The one that gave him his big breakout into the mainstream, Garfield plays Harvard student, Eduardo Saverin a seed investor for Thefacebook, a website created by fellow student and friend, Mark Zuckerberg (Jesse Eisenberg). In this biopic following the founding of the world’s biggest social media platform, we see Garfield in a significant supporting role in which sees him as a crucial part of Facebook’s inception and then ultimately his ownership is reduced and his profit is minimal. Bolstered by a stellar script by Aaron Sorkin and brilliant direction by Fincher, the part of Saverin is already a meaty role but Garfield goes the extra mile and makes the most of his limited screen time. Even when he is not on the screen, his impact is felt throughout the film. It shows that even at the early stages of his film career, Garfield is looking for risky roles. Not to mention the perfect delivery of the line: Sorry! My Prada’s at the cleaners! Along with my hoodie and my ‘fuck you’ flip-flops, you pretentious douchebag!

Never Let Me Go (2010)

Based on the novel of the same name by Nobel prize winner Kazao Ishiguro, Never Let Me Go is a nostalgic dystopic story about unknowing clones who are raised and brought up to be harvested for their organs. Following the three protagonists Kathy H (Carey Mulligan), Ruth C (Keira Knightley) and Tommy D (Garfield) who are three donors. We watch their journey from their innocent childhood to fully aware adults and the deterioration of their friendships and their lives as they are forced to donate their organs and start dying in the process. Garfield holds his own against this starry cast which also features Charlotte Rampling and Sally Hawkins to name a few. Tommy D is such a complex character as he begins to express his feelings through art in the hope that this will save him and Kathy H. At the start of the film, Tommy is an angry young boy who doesn’t know where to project his frustration but the adult Tommy is more restrained. You can see the tension bubbling to the service with Garfield’s performance and the climactic scene in which he breaks down is heart-breaking to watch. Watching the desperation as Tommy accumulates years and years of art in which his love is expressed and ultimately rejected makes for one of the best performances of the year that was sadly overlooked.

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99 Homes (2014)

Now for my favourite Garfield performance. Fresh off the back from starring as Peter Parker in The Amazing Spider-Man and it’s subsequent sequel, you’d be forgiven for thinking that Garfield would be starring in blockbuster after blockbuster. However, he not only starred but also co-produced his next film 99 Homes, an indie following construction worker, Dennis Nash (Garfield) and his struggle to keep a job which leads to his family being evicted from their home. The eviction is led by the ruthless Rick Carver (Michael Shannon) who Nash starts to work for and begins to be led down a rabbit hole of corruption and deceit. It shows the desperation to survive in a failing climate and what people will do in the pursuit of security. Nash commits awful criminal and moral activities but we don’t judge him for it because we know the background behind this and the intentions. When Dennis is forced to carry out an eviction, his reaction is the complete opposite to Rick’s emotionless demeanor. Whereas Shannon thrives portraying impenetrable characters, Garfield’s characters always wear their heart on their sleeve and none more so than Dennis Nash. Shannon definitely dominates the film as a whole and also provides one of his own career bests but Garfield’s performance should not be overlooked because of this. Seeing him play a young, struggling father who is also tasked with taking care of his mother (Laura Dern) demonstrates his range and versatility.

Hacksaw Ridge (2016)

The biggest performance of his career so far and one that cemented him as a reliable leading man, Garfield leads this biopic about Desmond Doss, a pacifist soldier who acts as a doctor during the Battle of Okinawa at Hacksaw Ridge. Doss refuses to engage in any violent act and even goes into battle without a weapon to protect himself. He was renowned for savings the lives of countless soldiers on both sides. The film itself was a bit overrated as a whole in my opinion (it felt like an imitation of Full Metal Jacket in the first half and is overall an oddly paced film) but Garfield shines in the lead role. There are some unbelievably brilliant scenes such as the climb up the Ridge when the soldiers realise that the rope ladders is soaked with blood. The film is definitely worth a watch just for Garfield’s performance alone and was well worth the Oscar nomination it received. The film was met with controversy thanks to Mel Gibson’s involvement as director and his subsequent awards attention. In my opinion, however, I find his direction a bit too indulgent in this film and not one of the highlights. This is a film that Garfield alone elevates, telling the story of a peacemaker’s experience in the eye of a bloody war.

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Silence (2016)

2016 was unarguably a brilliant year for Garfield. His second feature of the year sees him working with Martin Scorsese in an adaptation of Silence as Father Sebastião Rodrigues, a Portuguese priest who ventures to Edo era Japan to seek out fellow priest Cristóvão Ferreira (Liam Neeson). The film is set during the Shimabara Rebellion that sees Christianity outlawed and anyone who refuses to denounce Christ tortured or killed. Accompanied by Father Francisco Garupe (Adam Driver), Sebastião’s faith is tried and tested throughout as this 3 hour epic follows the trials and tribulations of a suppressed community in a land where they are outsiders. The film is a slow burner but it is a deeply layered film with rewardingly textured performances. Both 2016 films see Garfield play devout Christians in war-torn Japan at different eras but the performances couldn’t be further apart. The psychological effects of torture that Sebastião is forced to endure is shown perfectly by Garfield. We feel Sebastião’s inner turmoil as his reluctance to denounce Christ harms not only himself but others around him.

It’s exciting to see an actor unafraid to showcase a diverse range in a multitude of mediums. He has achieved a lot in a relatively short amount of time and it’s exciting to see what projects he takes on next.

Which Andrew Garfield performance is your favourite? Let me know in the comments below!

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Top 5 Daniel Day-Lewis Performances

When it comes to listing the greatest actors in history, it would be pretty arrogant to not throw Daniel Day-Lewis’ name into the mix. The man puts the method in method acting and is renowned for his ability to truly become his characters. His refusal to break character offscreen or follow the typical hollywood lifestyle brings a sense of mystique to this genius who clearly has a passion for acting. Famously selective about his roles from early on in his career, he may not have the most extensive filmography but what is there is only the best and is full of brilliant collaborations with the best actors and directors.

He is the only actor to have won the Best Leading Actor Oscar three times and remains a titan in acting, even if he has retired (he has “retired” before and returned so who knows if this retirement will stick). Day-Lewis is in a league of his own when it comes to actors working today (the closest would probably be Joaquin Phoenix or Gary Oldman).

It’s been hard to pick top 5 but I have managed to do so. Here is my list of top 5 performances in chronological:

My Beautiful Laundrette (1985)

This early entry in Day-Lewis’ filmography is perhaps one of his most controversial. Made in 1985, Day-Lewis portrays Johnny Burfoot, a white Londoner who embarks on a romantic relationship with Omar Ali (Gordon Warnecke) who is struggling with his identity as a British-born gay man of Pakistani descent in volatile, racist Britain. The eeriness of this film comes in how relevant it feels today 35 years on. Stephen Frears refusing to bow to stereotype in this film, creating characters that are rounded and break the mould. In a general landscape that isolated homosexuals, My Beautiful Laundrette shows a relationship filled with adventure and excitement. The chemistry between the two leads is magnetic and it’s great to see a film about a gay couple that has a happy ending, something that is notoriously refused in the majority of mainstream LGBT+ cinema.

My Left Foot (1989)

The one that propelled Day-Lewis to stardom. Portraying disabled artist Christy Brown, Day-Lewis went full method for the role and refused to break character offscreen to channel the struggle of Brown’s experience with cerebral palsy. It brought Day-Lewis a global audience and his first Academy Award nomination and win. Christy is mischievous and hilarious, aiming to live his life to the fullest. A supporting cast led by Fiona Shaw who plaus Dr. EIleen Cole, Christy’s carer and Brenda Fricker as Bridget Fagan brown, Christy’s mother (who also won a Supporting ACtress Oscar for her performance) brings an authneticity to this low-budget Irish production. The film relies on the performance of its actors and refuses to use any Hollywood flares or special effects. This is a great introduction into the career of Daniel Day-Lewis and shows how capable and fearless he was from early in his career as well as providing an insight into what will become a flourishing and groundbreaking filmography.

Gangs of New York (2002)

The film that paired Day-Lewis up with Martin Scorsese for an epic that explores the conflict between Irish and Italian Americans. Based on a true story, it’s a film that explores what it takes to be a “true” American. In this nativist vs. immigrant plot, Day-Lewis plays William “Bill the Butcher” Cutting, a cruel leader of the nativist gang who refuse to allow the Irish settlers ownership on American land. Leonardo DiCaprio plays Amstardam whose father Vallon (Liam Neeson) dies at the hands of Bill in the opening scene and seeks his revenge years later under his new alias. The film itself falls short of its potential due to its odd pacing and the overall scope of the film feeling too big for its three hour running time but Day-Lewis’ performance elevates it and makes it worth the watch. Bill is maniacal and devious with no redeeming quality but he is also extremely charismatic. It’s flamboyant and subtle at the same time. Only Day-Lewis could pull the performance off in this way.

There Will Be Blood (2007)

The role to end all roles. The character of Daniel Plainview is nothing short of iconic. Day-Lewis is on fire in this role as a greedy prospector who soughts to purchase land that sits on oil. The film deservedly won him his second Best Actor Academy Award and for good reason. It’s a brilliant performance that shows the true greed of mankind and how much they are willing to destroy in order to gain more power. This film marks his first collaboration with Paul Thomas Anderson and serves as a definite high point for both of their careers. They are a duo who click together so well with Anderson’s penchant for brilliant character development and Day-Lewis’ commitment to character is unlike any other. It’s the movie that gave us “I drink your milkshake” in what can only be described as one of the best film endings. Add Paul Dano to the supporting cast and you have one of the best combinations of a director/writer and cast seen in 21st century film.

Phantom Thread (2017)

Day-Lewis’ “final” role sees him reunite with Paul Thomas Anderson as a renowned couturier, Reynolds Woodcock, inspired by a culimation of designers including Charles James. He’s a man with an inpenetrable exterior that is soon challenged by a chance encounter with waitress, Alma (Vicky Krieps) who becomes his muse when his creativity wanes. They spark a professional and romantic relationship and his business starts booming again as Reynolds finds his inspiration to design. Always watched over by his eagle-eyed sister, Cyril (Lesley Manville), we see the highs and lows of Reynolds’ career and the challenges he faces when the sparks begin to fade. The character contrasts greatly with the previous Anderson outing. Reynolds is a more subdued character who can say just as much with a simple grimace or flourish of the hand in the same way that Daniel Plainview used his persuasive chat to manipulate. Day-Lewis was deservedly nominated for the major awards in what is a beautiful swansong to a brilliant career.

As you can see, there are many brilliant performances that didn’t make the list, in particular In The Name of the Father (1993) and Lincoln (2012), the latter of which won him his third Best Actor gong. It’s always difficult choosing my favourite performances but how do you do it when pretty much every performance is perfect? There really is no wrong answer when it comes to Daniel Day-Lewis as it is likely that you will feel impacted by his performances.

Which film is your favourite from Daniel Day-Lewis? Let me know in the comments below!

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Joker (2019)

I don’t know if there has been such a hype around a film with added polarisation to boot. Todd Phillips’ origin take on iconic villain in Joker shows how Arthur Fleck, a failed stand-up crippled with mental illness who rebels against a system that seems rigged and only rewards those born into riches and fortune. Arthur struggles to navigate his way in Gotham City which has gradually become more violent as the rich continue to cut public funding. I previously did a Top 5 Joaquin Phoenix performances post which you can read here in anticipation for this film. As I predicted, Joker would easily slip into the best of the best from an actor who can’t do any wrong. Joker also won the Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival which is unheard of for a franchise superhero film because of its groundbreaking venture and reluctance to fit in with a particular aesthetic that audiences and critics are used to.

Todd Phillips shows his talent for direction with this film. Taking inspiration from some of the best directors in history, mainly Martin Scorsese, Phillips achieves in making an epic based not on a superhero franchise but on a character. This film is rich in character development that it would weirdly fit in with the films of Paul Thomas Anderson. It’s refreshing to see someone venture into a different genre of film despite his ridiculous motive. An obvious element to point out would be that the film is told from Arthur’s perspective in contrast to the numerous Batman films that only see the Joker from Bruce Wayne’s point of view. Phillips allows us to not necessarily sympathise Joker’s actions but to understand his view of a city that ignored him for years and stomped on him daily. Phillips throws us into a specific period of his life rather than showing us his life thus far. What we learn about Arthur’s background is varied and unreliable so it becomes hard to grasp Arthur as a person. What we do gain is that he has lead a life that has pulled him in all sorts of uncertainties and directions but when he is dressed as a clown, he feels comfortable behind the guise.

As expected, Joaquin Phoenix is nothing less than extraordinary and this role will almost certainly bring him an abundance of award wins I think. He is arguably the best working actor today. This may be his time to win a long overdue Oscar (he should have won for The Master really) but that’s not to say that it wouldn’t be deserved if he won for this. Arthur Fleck is a deeply complex character. His mental illness leaves him extremely vulnerable as seen in the opening scene when a group of teenagers take his sign and subsequently beat him up, he’s physically malnourished with Phoenix losing 50 pounds for the role. There are so many layers and sides to this character that he becomes increasingly unreliable and the uncertainty in his actions makes for a terrifying experience. There’s no predicting his motives or what he will do next. If I had to draw comparisons from another Joker, it would have to be Jack Nicholson’s particularly in the chat show scenes but that’s only a glimmer as Phoenix has managed to pave a way for his own Joker. Phoenix is an absolute powerhouse of acting and even those who dislike the film have respect for his portrayal. It’s a performance that shows the physical and mental consequence to actions made by those seen as “higher” and “superior” than himself.

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As far as other characters go, we have a supporting role led by Robert De Niro who is making a welcome return from a few years of very questionable choices in film as Murray Franklin, Gotham’s most popular talk show host. Arthur idealises this man but what he doesn’t realise is that Murray is a product of the society that threatens to marginalise him further. He broadcasts a portion of Arthur’s failed stand-up routine for the whole of Gotham to see and isolate him further. Arthur appears oblivious to Murray’s behaviour initially and eagerly accepts and invitation to be on his show in which he is ridiculed further but Arthur isn’t as vulnerable as it seems and his appearance on the show makes for one of the most intense scenes in film this year. I hope De Niro keeps this up and with The Irishman coming out later this year, I am hoping this marks a return to the actor that we loved before Dirty Grandpa.

My favourite scene would have to be the Bathroom Dance scene in which Joker finds his way to a grimy public bathroom and dances with himself. The combination of Phoenix’s whimsical nature and the dark, vibrant score that provides an undertone for what had occurred in the previous scene. Hildur Guðnadóttir’s award-winning score for Joker was one of my major highlights aside from Phoenix. It feels that the score and the character are connected as the score weaves its way through Arthur’s movement. In this scene, the two are combined as one and it is as if this is the music in his mind. If any scene could be used to sum up the film, it’s this one. The Joker is known for his violent outbursts but this scene sees him literally celebrating a triple murder. It’s a different side that we see for a character who had thus far been victimised and pushed down.

I was excited for Joker since I am a huge Joaquin Phoenix fan but, to be honest, the hype surrounding the film made me less and less excited and I was unsure whether I would enjoy. However, I was not let down and thoroughly enjoyed the film from beginning to end. As someone who has experience with mental illness, it was refreshing to see mental illness portrayed in a way that seemed unfiltered and honest. Of course, the character of Arthur Fleck isn’t one to aspire to but the film shows a picture of how those less fortunate are left to fend for themselves when thrown into difficult situations. Joker is a film that lends itself well to the DC franchise but also as a standalone in its own right. It’s depiction of a broken character who becomes even more fragmented is unafraid and undoubtedly a reflection of society today. The film feels progressive and risky while also remaining loyal to a character that has been well-loved for decades.

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Top 5 Leonardo DiCaprio Performances

Leonardo DiCaprio is a rare sort of actor nowadays. He is the most profitable outside of those who have worked in superhero franchises and manages to still pull in an audience of all kinds. Beloved since his career-making turn as an autistic teenager in 1993’s What’s Eating Gilbert Grape? DiCaprio has evolved from child star to young heartthrob, playboy to a mature rounded actor who can seemingly master any role he plays. This year saw his second collaboration with renowned director, Quentin Tarantino and it hs propelled him into the race for the Best Actor gongs this awards season.

During a time where his star someone seems to still be on a rise despite being at the top of his game, I thought I’d compile a list of my top 5 performances from DiCaprio. This proved difficult and it’s not to say that anything excluded means that it’s bad, I just didn’t have the space.

Here’s my top 5 in chronological order:

What’s Eating Gilbert Grape? (1993)

The film that brought DiCaprio to worldwide attention and melted the hearts of a global audience, DiCaprio plays Arnie Grape, the younger brother of the titular character (played by Johnny Depp), who acts as his carer. Playing a role such as Arnie is deeply complex and requires much maturity that a lot of actors don’t possess, but DiCaprio shows his dedication to the craft beautifully. Arnie is a hopeful individual who Gilbert thinks the world of. DiCaprio’s performance is tender and layered as we see the character’s frustration rise throughout the film until it explodes. It earned DiCaprio a well-deserved Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor (many people even think he should have won). A role such as this would be a good enough highlight for any actor’s resume, but for DiCaprio, this is only the beginning of a blossoming career.

Titanic (1997)

I would be lying if I said this wasn’t my favourite DiCaprio performance. The iconic love story that defines the Hollywood blockbuster and tells the fictional story of two star-crossed lovers on the doomed 1912 liner that sank to the sea after hitting an iceberg. DiCaprio plays Jack Dawson, an artist with a hard-working attitude who wins tickets for the Titanic at a game of poker. He stays in a third-class cabin with his friend Fabrizio (Danny Nucci) and fate hands him a meeting with the beautiful first-class passenger, Rose DeWitt Bukater (Kate Winslet). If What’s Eating GIlbert Grape? was a stroke of luck then Titanic cemented his superstar status. He lost out on a much-deserved Oscar-nomination but he was instantly recognised by fans everywhere. Jack and Rose’s story immediately became synonamous with classic Hollywood and the film is still loved around the world. I can’t even begin to explain how much I love this film. It must be among my most watched films of all time and partly because of the sincerity and heart in DiCaprio’s performance.

The Aviator (2004)

DiCaprio’s first collaboration with Martin Scorsese showed that DiCaprio is more than capable of leading a dramatic feature at top billing. He does so perfectly in this Howard Hughes biopic in his turn as the legendary producer through the high times of his career. DiCaprio won a Golden Globe for his performance and lost out on an Academy Award. The Aviator is an interesting insight into the Golden Age of Hollywood and what people will do to hold onto the power and fame that they have. Even against a strong supporting cast, particularly Cate blanchett in an Oscar-winning turn as Hughes’ love interest, Katharine Hepburn, DiCaprio holds himself with ease. I was torn between this and his more recent Scorsese collaboration, The Wolf of Wall Street but I think that this film bridges the gap between his heartthrob days and his breaking into “serious” acting as he isn’t afraid of allowing him to become immersed in the role.

Django Unchained (2012)

After scheduling conflicts got in the way of him playing Hans Landa in Inglourious Basterds (2009), Quentin Tarantino cast DiCaprio as the evil plantation owner, Calvin Candie who is introduced into the 3 hour film halfway through but manages to make such an impact that it influences the entire film. The film follows former slave, Django (Jamie Foxx) as he and bounty hunter Dr. King Schultz (Christoph Waltz) seek to track down and free Django’s wife, Broomhilda (Kerry Washington) who has been sold to Candie and works at his Candieland plantation. It’s a film that was mired in controversy from the beginning due to its excessive use of racial slur and extreme violence. The hard-hitting parts of the film come from Candie’s treatment of the slaves such as forcing them to partake in “Mandingo fighting” where two black men are forced to fight to the death for their owners’ entertainment. The scene is brutal and hard to watch as Django looks on helplessly as Candie cheers as his man wins. What makes this role so different for DiCaprio is that this role is the first where his character is not lovable in any way. Candie’s evil nature is clear when he has a slave ripped to shreds by dogs in front of Django to show his power as a white man.

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)

In his second collaboration with Tarantino, DiCaprio is promoted to the leading role as fading actor, Rick Dalton. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is witty and shows DiCaprio in top form. I have written a full review which you can read here. I wouldn’t be surprised to see DiCaprio’s name filling up nomination spots come awards season as this is a role that he pulls off fantastically as the self-pitying, alcoholic actor.

As I come to the end of this list, I want to give a really special shoutout to his mega turn as Jordan Belfort in martin Scorsese’s 2013 hit, The Wolf of Wall Street. Admittedly, this is the top 5 that my gut went with and it breaks my heart not to include this or his Oscar-winning turn in Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu’s The Revenant but as I said in my introduction, there are so many performances to choose from and they are the five that made the biggest impact on me.

What do you think? What’s your favourite Leonardo DiCaprio performance? Let me know in the comments below!