Sentences with phrase «charismatic performance as»

Sort of «The Scarlet Letter» set in a Southern California high school, «Easy A» stars Emma Stone in a hugely charismatic performance as a whip - smart student who takes pity on geeky guys by letting them say they've had sex with her.

I've grown to like Kaas» performance as Carl a little more this time around, and once more Fares steals the show with an effortlessly charismatic performance as his more sociable offsider.

TRAINING DAY (Grade: C --RRB-: In this absurdly brutal and cynical buddy - cop drama, Denzel Washington gives a charismatic performance as a totally corrupt LAPD detective who tries to teach the ways of the street to naive, idealistic rookie Ethan Hawke.

Bill Pullman turns an unusually charismatic performance as a curious skeptic, and unlike many of the films on this list, Craven keeps things ambiguous as to whether any supernatural forces are really at work.

The film is conventional, but not predictable, and Blythe gives a very textured, charismatic performance as a talented former singer (she delivers a triumphant blues tune at a karaoke bar) who's vulnerable, but nobody's fool.

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Remember if you aren't at the head of the class when it comes to the development of young talent, which means eyes on the ground everywhere, a vast array of connections with soccer associations throughout Europe and beyond and a manager willing to properly train and play said blue chippers, (like the 90s Arsenal or clubs like the modern day Monaco and Dortmund) you need to spend to win... anything in between is highly problematic... failure to make the necessary changes leaves you in the proverbial «no man's land» and that is currently where we reside... it's difficult to get out of this rut... just ask either of the Milan teams... next step after that is being known as a «seller», which could be us already if and when Sanchez leaves... there are only two teams that have worn this moniker in recent times and had some decent success and that is Athletico Madrid and Dortmond, which only occurred when they both brought in new, charismatic leaders in Simmone & Klopp... the odds that Wenger could conjure up the magic to repeat the performances of a bygone era are incredibly low, so why prolong the agony... he's not willing to create the hierarchy necessary to go the youth route and he's unwilling to put his team's potential success ahead of his job security by laying it on the line with Moustache, so it's time to place all your chips in the middle or go gently into that good night

Stiller's likeable performance is matched by an impressive supporting cast that includes Bill Hader, Owen Willson, and Robin Williams, although - as becomes clear almost immediately - it's Amy Adams» charismatic, thoroughly enchanting work as Amelia Earhart that stands as the film's most invaluable attribute.

There's little doubt, too, that the film's hands - off vibe is perpetuated by Abdalla's sleepy, far - from - charismatic turn as the one - note central character, and it's clear that The Narrow Frame of Midnight's few moments of electricity are thanks entirely to Choutri's captivating, Vincent Cassel - like performance.

There's little doubt that the effortlessly engaging central performances play a substantial role in the film's success, with D'Agosto and Olsen's charismatic work ensuring that their respective characters never come off as the sleazeballs one might've anticipated (ie Shawn and Nick's relentless scheming is almost Ferris Buelleresque in its good - naturedness).

And while Farrell is admittedly quite good as the smooth, charismatic Jerry, Yelchin is simply unable to become the compelling protagonist that the narrative clearly requires - with the actor's less - than - engrossing performance matched by an underwhelmingly bland supporting cast (eg Toni Collette, playing Charley's concerned mother, is hopelessly wasted here).

It's a must - see for Daniel Day - Lewis» charismatic, subtly shaded performance as Lincoln — and an even richer one by Tommy Lee Jones — but a colleague of mine at The Post has a point in describing the film derived from Tony Kushner's wonky script as «C - SPAN with whiskers.»

His performance here teeters close to the edge of caricature, but he holds back, instead playing President Lincoln as thoughtful, pensive, charismatic, and, at times, funny.

Cast as a violent yet charismatic ex-con, the actor managed to stand out in a film saturated with strong performances, and the film's unanticipated success provided him with an introduction to a wide audience.

The one constant has been Jennifer Lawrence's charismatic, committed performance as Katniss Everdeen, aka Mockingjay.

The most amazing performance of many, just because of who he is, may be Tom Cruise's as the charismatic guru of a cultish self - help «seminar» that teaches would - be macho men how to «Seduce and Destroy.»

There's little doubt such attributes, coupled with Will Smith's typically engrossing work, goes a long way towards compensating for the ineffectiveness of the younger Smith's performance, as the fledgling actor's less - than - competent turn ensures that Kitai simply never becomes the dynamic, charismatic lead character that one might've expected (and hoped for).

One of Marlon Brando's most iconic performances — as mumbling, charismatic motorcycle gang leader Johnny — came in this pungent noir about a chopper - riding wild bunch taking over a small California city.

Doug Liman's American Made is an entertaining thriller which engages thanks to a charismatic performance from Tom Cruise, as well as an appealing style of storytelling.

Noriega was so charismatic that I'm going to have a hard time picturing him as the villain in The Last Stand, but his performance will undoubtedly make up for it.

Maybe not in the Coen brothers» top tier, this modern screwball is nonetheless severely underrated, with charismatic, goofy performances from George Clooney and Catherine Zeta - Jones and a twist - heavy script that acts as a showcase for the Coens» indebtedness to Preston Sturges.

Denzel is as charismatic as ever as is Chris Pratt and with a strong cast behind them, The Magnificent Seven is quite simply, an entertaining, stunningly shot Western with strong performances and crazy as hell action scenes.

However through the careful writing of Ryan Coogler and Joe Robert Cole, as well as the charismatic performance by Winston Duke, the film managed to make what could have been a messy character an undisputed fan favorite.

It comes as no surprise that Lawrence's performance is brilliant, however it's good to see an edge to the suave and charismatic characters Cooper often plays.

Gus Van Sant's deftly crafted «Finding Forrester» achieves all of the above and more: It provides a platform for Sean Connery to deliver a definitive, career - summation performance as a reclusive, charismatic literary legend.

Several performances are memorable, including Izzo as Justine and Ariel Levy as the «charismatic and creepy» activist leader Alejandro.

The performances are very strong, with Nicholson on charismatic form and Quaid surprising as the shy inexperienced recruit.

Sporting an absurdly oversized moustache, it's testament to Sir Ken's charismatic performance that we can take this sympathetic, kind - hearted figure seriously — and the prospect of him returning for Death on the Nile is as pleasing as this comfortingly old - fashioned piece of cinema.

Various actors and actresses have won Academy Award acting Oscars for their tour - de-force biopic performances, such as James Cagney as George M. Cohan in Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942), George C. Scott as the cantakerous WWII General Patton in the widely - acclaimed Patton (1970), Katharine Hepburn as King Henry II's Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine in The Lion in Winter (1968), Sissy Spacek as legendary country singer Loretta Lynn in Coal Miner's Daughter (1980), Daniel Day - Lewis as Irish cerebral palsy victim Christy Brown in My Left Foot (1989), and Ben Kingsley as the charismatic, pacifist, 20th century Indian spiritual leader Mahatma in Sir Richard Attenborough's Gandhi (1982).

Jake Gyllenhaal gives a brilliant, career - best performance as Lou Bloom, a perversely charismatic, wildly ambitious, and completely unscrupulous sociopath with a disturbing work ethic in writer - director Dan Gilroy's riveting edge - of - your - seat thriller, «Nightcrawler.»

Jake Gyllenhaal gives a brilliant, career - best performance as Lou Bloom, a perversely charismatic, wildly ambitious, and completely unscrupulous sociopath with a disturbing work ethic in writer - director Dan Gilroy's riveting...

Deeper down, there are thematic parallels to Wes Anderson's The Royal Tenenbaums, with Dustin Hoffman equalling Gene Hackman's performance as a ramshackle but charismatic father figure who boasts refined skill for pressing his children's buttons.

As a Hardy fan you are obligated to see this film despite everything else, his performance as Reggie is his most suave and charismatic to datAs a Hardy fan you are obligated to see this film despite everything else, his performance as Reggie is his most suave and charismatic to datas Reggie is his most suave and charismatic to date.

Russell's warm, thoroughly ingratiating turn as the central character proves instrumental in cementing Waitress» mild success, and although it's impossible to downplay the effectiveness of the supporting cast (which includes Cheryl Hines and Shelly herself), Fillion offers up an endlessly charismatic performance that, while lamentably limited in screen time, essentially forces the viewer to actively root for the permanent coupling of Jenna and Jim.

The whole movie is basically a single, solitary performance away from instant classic status, but dang it, Dane Dehaan — for all his obvious talent — is clearly miscast as a charismatic, hunky rogue.

I would also argue that Julia Roberts gives the most charismatic performance of her long career as hooker with a heart of... Read more

In the short - term, the nature of domestic terrorism and identity will likely not be at the forefront of most audiences» minds as they flock to see Downey Jr's charismatic performance and the film's action set pieces.

There's certainly no shortage of appealing elements housed within Dead Heat, as the movie boasts a selection of impressively inventive special effects and a typically charismatic performance by Williams.

Michael Rechtshaffen, The Hollywood Reporter: «Despite the intermittent lags, the production proves to be more than a salvage operation thanks mainly to those engagingly choreographed performances, led by an irresistibly charismatic title turn from Alden Ehrenreich, who ultimately claims Solo as his own even if he doesn't entirely manage to convince us he's Harrison Ford.

The uniformly stirring performances certainly go a long way towards cementing the affable atmosphere, with Duchovny's expectedly charismatic work certainly standing as a highlight within the proceedings (Moore is also quite good, while Gary Cole, cast as the family's next - door neighbor, steals every one of his scant scenes).

Chalamet, who you've also seen in other 2017 films like Hostiles and Lady Bird, delivers a beautiful performance as a young man attempting to make sense of his feelings while Armie Hammer shows new depth as the charismatic but vulnerable Oliver.

Drawing on the real - life story of Scientology founder L Ron Hubbard, The Master boasts a career - best performance from Philip Seymour Hoffman as the charismatic charlatan who establishes a strange new religion.

Daniel Day - Lewis won Best Actor for Lincoln (he previously won for Gangs of New York and There Will Be Blood), while Philip Seymour Hoffman, who was previously recognized by the group for his work in Capote, won Supporting Actor for his performance as a charismatic cult leader in The Master.

The performances are universally excellent, with Lindsay Lohan turning in convincing and utterly charismatic turns as the twin girls.

And that s with another charismatic, engaging performance from Downey, Jr. as Stark / Iron Man.

This makes the charismatic performance of Serge Livrozet as Jean - Michel, who functions in the film almost as a choral figure, all the more striking — as if one of the best French character actors suddenly stumbled onto alien turf.

What's interesting about it is that his performance as the stoic Hugh Glass is so vastly different from the ones he's made his name on throughout his career: charismatic, fast - talkers like Jack Dawson in «Titanic,» Frank Abagnale in «Catch Me If You Can» and Jordan Belfort in «The Wolf of Wall Street.»

Sheila Roberts: Nightcrawler is the ultimate edge - of - your - seat Halloween horror thriller featuring a daring, career best performance by Jake Gyllenhaal as Lou Bloom, a perversely charismatic, wildly ambitious, and completely unscrupulous sociopath.

I can remember as a young man being introduced to films like «Bringing Up Baby,» «The Philadelphia Story,» and this incredible war of words featuring one of Cary Grant's most charismatic performances.

The performances are pitch - perfect, with Michael Keaton establishing himself as one of the better bad guys in the MCU, taking a mid-level villain and making him a charismatic and formidable threat.

He delivers one of the most endearing and charismatic performances of his career and happens to have a moment in the film where his expression is solely focussed on, as he hears about the tragic and abusive events that took place.