Sentences with phrase «screen charisma»

The rest of their actors are strictly to give a distinctive flavor to the ensemble, but almost none of them exhibits enough on - screen charisma to make any lasting impression.

Affleck brings big - screen charisma, understated wit, and a hint of tenderness to the role of Chris, a man who wants to connect with other people but doesn't quite know how; Anna Kendrick does her winsome Anna - Kendrick thing as a CPA unknowingly entangled in a diabolical corporate scheme; J.K. Simmons and Jon Bernthal offer solid supporting performances as, respectively, a Treasury agent and an elite hitman; and the great Jeffrey Tambor is even tucked in there, as a white - collar con in a high - security prison.

There's so much on - screen charisma and calamity that it's at times perhaps all too much.

And while I still maintain Diesel has an on - screen charisma, his performance vacillates between a cardboard action hero and an unconvincing sensitive bad guy.

As directed by veteran Norman Jewison (Agnes of God, Rollerball), this is an ensemble comedy that relies on good cast chemistry and charm for most of its laughs, and along those lines, the on - screen charisma does make for an enjoyable romantic comedy for most audiences.

However, if Stone has screen charisma in spades she lacks a hard - edge and is not given any clear motivation for her dalliance with the villainous Cohen, while her redemptive act doesn't ring entirely true (probably because it isn't).

He lacks his predecessor's on - screen charisma as well.

Johnson remains the closest contemporary films have to a throwback action hero and he can do no wrong even with a movie that fails to tap into his larger than the big screen charisma.

Earlier this year Jack O'Connell delivered a star - making turn in Starred Up, a gritty prison drama which showed that he had the acting chops to go with an undeniable screen charisma.

Given so little to chew on, it says something for Emily Blunt's considerable screen charisma that she makes Victoria appear a less reactive character than has been written.

Indeed, it might be best to become accustomed to his easy on - screen charisma (and off - screen, too), as he's certain to have many more films — and books, television series, art projects and the like — on the way.

The Rock manages to play both with a crude candor more genuine than the entertaining if contrived spectacle around him, and a surprising big - screen charisma and ease that makes him a natural - born screen hero.

She's got that big screen charisma, even though, this time, she's working with small - screen material.

Zero on screen charisma.

Jenn's on - screen charisma, quotable tips, and heartfelt takeaways have made her Sacramento's resident TV dating expert.

It's obvious why companies would choose Gretzky to endorse their products, even if his on - screen charisma is lacking.

Not exact matches

American film actress Rita Hayworth is best known for her stunning explosive sexual charisma on screen in films throughout the 1930s and 1940s.

Even those who loathe his public persona will concede he has screen presence and charisma to spare.

Or is he an erratic young QB who has been overhyped because he has more charisma than any New York quarterback since Joe Namath, dates women most of us only see on TV screens, and rode the coattails of a strong defense and running attack to within a game of the Super Bowl?

Their combined charisma almost smashes through the screen.

Kosinski was smart to limit their screen time, because it's awkward to have actors with weight and charisma hanging around those who lack both.

George Clooney's charisma and powerful screen presence have never been more integral to a film, nor used in a more futile effort, than in THE AMERICAN, a virtually silent opus that trades on Clooney's unassailable ability to seduce the camera.

Johnson, re-teaming with director Brad Peyton (San Andreas), conveys an almost effortless charisma and magnetic screen presence, but not to the extent that he can generate much sympathy for the film's two - legged characters.

While the film was not released until 1987 and received poor distribution, Doe's rugged good looks and cool charisma registered well on screen, and he soon landed small roles in Oliver Stone's breakthrough film Salvador and Wayne Wang's neo-noir drama Slam Dance.

At least in his English language films he is so devoid of personality and charisma that he stops the picture dead in it's tracks whenever he is on screen.

The charisma of L'il Bow Wow's spirited screen presence turn a contemporary Cinderella gimmick and a by - the - numbers script into a better film than anyone would have expected.

Similarly, Robert Redford's presence is perfect for the on - screen depiction of Dan Rather that immediately invokes a quality of professionalism and prestige coupled with an inviting charisma that lifts the movie each time he appears.

He is, in fact, dwarfed by George, and every other hammy performance on screen, his presence shockingly overshadowed, his usually radioactive charisma dimmed.

In this film, Blunt provides both the class and the sex, but Segel nevertheless brings enough easygoing charisma and sly wit to the table to make them a believable screen couple.

Cho gets another opportunity to display his dramatic prowess and endless charisma with «Search,» the thriller from Aneesh Chaganty that shows only what happens on computer screens, as Cho's father figure searches for his missing daughter.

On paper, Motorcycle Boy seems like an almost impossible character to portray — a walking enigma who is always speaking in philosophical aphorisms and who may indeed be more symbol than man — but Mickey Rourke finds just the right notes to play him so that he seems world - weary and otherworldly in equal measure; he practically burns up the screen with his astonishing charisma and intensity.

Staring at the sea: Luchino Visconti's rarely screened adaptation of Camus can't outpace the charisma of its star

It's a damn shame too, because Morgan, whose charisma goes a long way in his limited screen time, is deeply missed the minute he serves his purpose to the story.

Greta Gerwig lends her considerable charisma to the role of Nancy Tuckerman, one of Jackie's most trusted advisors, though it feels somewhat wasteful to give an actor of her calibre such little screen time.

Skeet «Depp - elganger» Ulrich has no screen presence or charisma, so it's a lukewarm affair for most of the duration.

Nikolaj Coaster - Waldau (Game of Thrones) sizzles on screen and continues to demonstrate a charm and charisma that improves with each role.

With the weight of her career as an action star, Grier makes Jackie her own and dominates the screen with her energy and charisma.

ACTORS: AnnaSophia Robb as Bethany Hamilton: Robb does what she can with an inspiring true figure, but somehow manages to lose the heart and the charisma in the transfer from real life to the silver screen.

Just thank your lucky stars that Harrison Ford still has the charisma to reinvent one of the most - beloved characters in screen history.

But most of all, the movie is designed to be a showcase for pro wrestling superstar Dwayne «The Rock» Johnson, and everyone knows that charisma and popularity in the squared circle doesn't necessarily translate to the big screen.

Guillermo del Toro's charisma is legendary, and I've seen Paul Thomas Anderson's myself when he interviewed Martin Scorsese after a Wolf of Wall Street screening.

There's a level of charisma and snark that Stone uses to dominate the screen, and the genre turn earned her a Golden Globe nomination.

The film starts with a certain style and visual flare as Jamie Blackley commands the screen with charm and charisma, before he unexpectedly breaks through the 4th wall, talking directly to you, the audience, Ferris Bueller style.

Patrick Wilson is a very gifted actor (and a wonderful theatre actor) with great charisma, and he has an incredible screen presence.

Now she is up on screen, another raw shot of charisma matching Willem Dafoe, cast as a sweet - hearted motel manager, moment for moment.

Potter's Bluff's new sheriff, Dan Gillis (James Farentino, a small - screen actor with unsung charisma), finds the charred photographer alive in an overturned automobile.

He had much more screen persona and charisma in the recent X-Men 2.

But between its top - notch visual effects and the indefatigable charisma of the only man who can dwarf not one but three giant mutated animals, Rampage provides so much destruction that audiences indisputably get their money's worth, even if afterward they'll probably feel as leveled as the cities on screen.

Going from the awkward best friend on MTV's Teen Wolf to becoming a leading man on the silver screen, he has shown charm and charisma normally only seen in veterans.

The film is elevated by the central performances of Anna Kendrick and Sam Rockwell, both established comedic actors who display their instantly loveable charisma and comedic timing, a pair who thankfully share genuine chemistry on - screen.