Yes I said it. In the past 20 years Leonardo DiCaprio has been a part of some pretty amazing movies which cover quite a bit of variation. And with all the diversity of these parts he has played there is never a movie I have seen with him that I haven't been completely and totally amazed by his performance. Its true, he has been a part of some, shall we say interesting roles in Growing Pains and truly low-budge films like Critters 3 to pretty mediocre movie, The Beach. But from that beginning he has been a part of truly incredible movies.
Unfortunately, good ol Leo doesn't have a "Best Actor" Oscar under his belt. Being nominated for 3 Oscars for his performance in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" "The Aviator" and "Blood Diamond" but not getting the win which is a damn shame. He did, however, receive quite a few "Best Actor" awards but they are the type of awards that no one gives a crap about with the exception of winning a Golden Globe for "The Aviator" and the "Hollywood Film Award" for "Actor of the Year"
I put together a shortened filmography of what I believe is what defines him as the best actor of our generation. You can click on the Gif images to view their original Youtube video.
Whats Eating Gilbert Grape
His performance in this movie was completely out of this world. Im sure I wasn't the only person who, when seeing his next movie thought, "Wait....he isn't really like that?"
Gangs of New York
Remember, this thread is to recognize Leonardo DiCaprio as the best actor of our generation. Now, I understand that, in this particular movie, Leo's performance next to the starring role of Daniel Day-Lewis is a tough act to follow. However, his performance in this movie is nothing short of incredible.
Catch Me If You Can
Not only is this movie hilarious but it shows a level of talent being able to mix a fun and comedic role along with a more serious dramatic role.
The Aviator
His performance in this movie is on par with Whats Eating Gilbert Grape. Portraying Howard Huges OCD to such a remarkable degree you'd swear DiCaprio suffered from it himself. His performance in this film will leave you speechless. This one gif in particular makes me choke up. His condition is just a noose around his life.
The Departed
One of my all time favorite movies. DiCaprio plays a more serious and gritty role than what he has portrayed in the past and nails it.
Blood Diamond
Out of all his movies I am so incredibly fond of this gem is among my top 3 performances. His role in this left me completely in awe as well as completely teary eyed in a dozen scenes. Absolutely unbelievable.
Shutter Island
This is my number 1. His character is the epitome of a destroyed man. Someone struggling to keep his sanity after experiencing one of the most traumatic events imaginable. This is the most memorable films for me and this scene in particular hits me like a punch in the gut. Ive never watched something playout like this where you truly feel your heart being torn our. The emotions that someone would feel if this happened to them is impossible to fully imagine unless you experienced it personally. But with Leonardo's performance, we are able to get a pretty good idea what it would be like.
Inception
His role in this reminded me at times of Shutter Island. When he needs to crank up the emotion, he just flips a switch. Leo's role in the movie was extremely captivating but when it came to his performance with Mol, now that is something really worth noting.
And there you have it. The greatest actor of our time!
Unfortunately, good ol Leo doesn't have a "Best Actor" Oscar under his belt. Being nominated for 3 Oscars for his performance in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" "The Aviator" and "Blood Diamond" but not getting the win which is a damn shame. He did, however, receive quite a few "Best Actor" awards but they are the type of awards that no one gives a crap about with the exception of winning a Golden Globe for "The Aviator" and the "Hollywood Film Award" for "Actor of the Year"
I put together a shortened filmography of what I believe is what defines him as the best actor of our generation. You can click on the Gif images to view their original Youtube video.
Whats Eating Gilbert Grape
His performance in this movie was completely out of this world. Im sure I wasn't the only person who, when seeing his next movie thought, "Wait....he isn't really like that?"
Gangs of New York
Remember, this thread is to recognize Leonardo DiCaprio as the best actor of our generation. Now, I understand that, in this particular movie, Leo's performance next to the starring role of Daniel Day-Lewis is a tough act to follow. However, his performance in this movie is nothing short of incredible.
Catch Me If You Can
Not only is this movie hilarious but it shows a level of talent being able to mix a fun and comedic role along with a more serious dramatic role.
The Aviator
His performance in this movie is on par with Whats Eating Gilbert Grape. Portraying Howard Huges OCD to such a remarkable degree you'd swear DiCaprio suffered from it himself. His performance in this film will leave you speechless. This one gif in particular makes me choke up. His condition is just a noose around his life.
The Departed
One of my all time favorite movies. DiCaprio plays a more serious and gritty role than what he has portrayed in the past and nails it.
Blood Diamond
Out of all his movies I am so incredibly fond of this gem is among my top 3 performances. His role in this left me completely in awe as well as completely teary eyed in a dozen scenes. Absolutely unbelievable.
Shutter Island
This is my number 1. His character is the epitome of a destroyed man. Someone struggling to keep his sanity after experiencing one of the most traumatic events imaginable. This is the most memorable films for me and this scene in particular hits me like a punch in the gut. Ive never watched something playout like this where you truly feel your heart being torn our. The emotions that someone would feel if this happened to them is impossible to fully imagine unless you experienced it personally. But with Leonardo's performance, we are able to get a pretty good idea what it would be like.
Inception
His role in this reminded me at times of Shutter Island. When he needs to crank up the emotion, he just flips a switch. Leo's role in the movie was extremely captivating but when it came to his performance with Mol, now that is something really worth noting.
And there you have it. The greatest actor of our time!
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