Sentences with phrase «dramatic chops»

I think he's actually shown some really great dramatic chops in this film... He kind of surprises people because they expect his eyebrows and all that jazz.

Brie Larson demonstrated serious dramatic chops in «Short Term 12,» and we'll assume those talents will be on display yet again.

Overall, Hill is a genius comic actor with some stunningly good dramatic chops as well.

Her comedic timing and delivery is world - class (she gives Samuel L. Jackson a run for his money when it comes to cursing people out), but she's got dramatic chops as well, and the movie's got enough serious beats in it (all of which McCarthy carries on her shoulders) to keep us invested in the story and the characters» fates.

Chandler has shown off some great dramatic chops in shows like Bloodlines and Friday Night Lights, but he just doesn't feel like Cable.

Kendrick is bringing some real dramatic chops to the role, and she seems to want this to be an R - rated movie (it's actually PG - 13 for some reason) to really cut loose.

Playing real characters this time rather than sounding - board side pieces or just familiar types, Zoe Lister - Jones — a scream in «Lola Versus» — and Adam Pally — such a delight on TV's cancelled - too - soon «Happy Endings» — reveal their inherent dramatic chops and create genuine pathos amidst their biting interactions.

As ever, the director has a real gift at working with actors; Richard Pryor's dramatic chops surprised viewers of Schrader's «Blue Collar» back in 1978, and Cedric the Entertainer's solid turn here should do likewise.

With SNL alums Bill Hader and Kristen Wiig taking a turn as the titular twins, this could have easily been a cynical vehicle for actors aiming to establish dramatic chops.

Their abductor is played by James McAvoy, whose dramatic chops are put to the test in a performance that requires him to evoke the quirks and mannerisms of at least eight distinct personalities.

With his hangdog moustache and plaintive air of submission Doc is easily the most subtle and affecting of the film's characters, Carell reminding us of his excellent dramatic chops in the likes of Little Miss Sunshine, Foxcatcher and The Way Way Back.

All three are at their most movie star charismatic here, with their formidable dramatic chops lending real gravitas and palpable emotional stakes as they continue their struggles and conflicts with each other and within in order to act for the greater benefit of their kind.

From impressive physicality in Marvel's Avengers universe to solid dramatic chops in a film like Rush, Hemsworth is a great leading man in the right role - but here he seems miscast (because most hackers have NFL physiques), off - balance (what accent are we going for?)

Murray gets some fine support from newcomer Lieberher, who is precocious but likable; McCarthy, who shows off some fine dramatic chops and is spared even a single fat joke; and Chris O'Dowd, who delights as a warm, approachable priest / teacher at Oliver's school.

And while Anaïs Demoustier doesn't have the opportunity to show off the same dramatic chops as her co-star, she does a fantastic job making Audrey into a likable, fully realized character.

It's easy to forget that before he became synonymous with shirtlessness, six - pack abs, groovalicious good times, partying with his bros, and keeping it mellow, Matthew McConaughey was heralded in some corners as the Paul Newman of his time, a strikingly handsome actor with serious dramatic chops.

Glover is always pleasant to hang out with, Rudolph gets to show off her considerable dramatic chops, while Joel Murray makes a blink - and - you'll - miss - it cameo.

Whitehouse and Freeman may have cut their teeth and first come to prominence as comic actors, but both possess impressive dramatic chops, the colder elements of their characters delivering jolts when prefaced by the lightest sprinklings of humour.

Yes, she's got dramatic chops — as she's proven time and again in films such as «Shutter Island,» «Cairo Time» and «The Station Agent» — but Miss Jackie's kid has a gift for comedy, too.

With a stellar cast, headlined by Patrick Stewart (Star Trek: The Next Generation) and including Imogen Poots (Need for Speed), Alia Shawkat (Pee - wee's Big Holiday) and Anton Yelchin (Only Lovers Left Alive), the carnage is delivered with great dramatic chops, so there's that.

(Not that the actor hadn't shown promise before; McConaughey's dramatic chops in The Lincoln Lawyer and Killer Joe are surely impressive but for the sake of argument let's just ignore those right now.)

If we haven't already persuaded you towards a dramatic chop or growing out your locks, meet the trends halfway.

Critic Consensus: Cake finds Jennifer Aniston making the most of an overdue opportunity to test her dramatic chops, but it lacks sufficient depth or warmth to recommend for all but her most ardent fans.

Critics Consensus: Cake finds Jennifer Aniston making the most of an overdue opportunity to test her dramatic chops, but it lacks sufficient depth or warmth to recommend for all but her most ardent fans.

Hader shows off dramatic chops you didn't even realize he had while Wiig completes her transformation from a comedian to someone capable of seamlessly slipping back and forth between comedy and drama.

Hopefully this role will allow him to stretch his legs and show off more of his dramatic chops.

Reynolds was to show her dramatic chops again some 40 years later as the difficult title character in Albert Brooks» Mother, for which she was lauded with a Golden Satellite Award, a Golden Globe nomination and an Online Film & Television Award nomination.

Finally, unlike his brief appearances on Game of Thrones (as the elusive Rickon Stark), young actor Art Parkinson gets to show off some dramatic chops playing Vlad's son, Ingeras.

Update: THR has a report that sweet, funny, and occasionally mean actor Steve Carell who showed off his dramatic chops in Foxcatcher, is now in talks for a role in The Big Short.

After years of honing his dramatic chops, Hader adroitly leads a talented ensemble through the series» daunting mix of tones and genres.

The sprawling story tests Slate's dramatic chops (while feeding the former SNL star plenty of comedy gold), delivers newcomer Quinn a breakout role, and gives Robespierre the chance to whisk us around New York City with the cool of Woody Allen or Hal Ashby.

Jenkins, in particular, brings a much needed light - heartedness to the film and despite being better known for his dramatic chops it's often overlooked just how good his comedic timing is.

«Cymbeline» (2014) Yelchin showed off his dramatic chops in this dark adaptation of Shakespeare's tragedy.

Jonah Hill and James Franco have shown off their dramatic chops in a variety of projects over the past five years, earning Oscar nominations along the way (Hill for «Moneyball» and Franco for «127 Hours»), but for some reason, it's still difficult to imagine the pair starring together in a movie that isn't a comedy.

We've always enjoyed Ray Romano's comedy, but we're becoming increasingly obsessed with the actor's dramatic chops.

Unlike their more recent roles, in which she played a delightful weirdo and he played a taciturn weirdo who also was capable of murdering you, Winona Ryder and Keanu Reeves will have to stretch their dramatic chops a bit for their next acting gigs, venturing into territory less in line with their actual personas.

But how are her dramatic chops?

But that could be the problem: for those of us who yearn for a James Bond film that recalls the more lighthearted Bond of our childhood rather than Bond's childhood trauma, an actor with Elba's dramatic chops might be a mixed blessing.

Slightly nerdy, and nervous, the female version of Linus would be the perfect use for Wiig's off - kilter sense of humor and dramatic chops.

Turns out the 26 - year - old actor is just as natural at charming the ladies and fielding dick jokes onscreen as he is exercising his serious dramatic chops.

Josh Brolin obviously gained renewed prominence for his terrific starring turn in Best Picture - winner No Country for Old Men, after which he got to show off his dramatic chops in films like W. and Milk.

Plus, the actress has more than proven her dramatic chops (see: aforementioned Academy Award nomination).

Ethan says is in his glowing review of Smashed: «Winstead is one of the most charming drunks to grace the big screen since Dudley Moore in Arthur, and it's her bewitching, fun - loving personality that makes her fall from grace that much more afflicting... the actress» dramatic chops are nothing short of astounding.»

I'm a fan of Wiig especially and knew she had some dramatic chops.

Pegg's character remains comic relief, too often his scenes end with the equivalent of a rim shot, but Pegg shows his dramatic chops during a confrontational sequence where he's used as a human bomb.