Top 25 People on the Silver Screen

Or: On the 'Love List'

(I have lists of people in the acting industry which include: Love List; Like List; Meh List; Ick List; No Way in Hell List and the What Picture Have I Seen Them In Before? List.)

1. Toni Collette (1972- )
   

Watch: The Sixth Sense, About A Boy and Little Miss Sunshine
Why?: She's an awesome Australian actress who has a real talent for bringing the reality out of her characters.

2. Reese Witherspoon (1976- )

Watch: Walk the Line, Legally Blonde and Election
Why?: She's a recent addition to this list since Walk the Line. A serious actress for strong female roles.

3. Joaquin Phoenix (1974- )

Watch: Walk the Line, Hotel Rwanda and Signs
Why?: Incredibly passionate. I don't think I've seen him in a film where he isn't shaking from emotion.

4. Geoffrey Rush (1951- )

Watch: Shine, Les Miserables and Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
Why?: Have you seen Shine? Go and see it. Now!

5. Joan Cusack (1962- )

Watch: Addam's Family Values and Corrina, Corrina
Why?: Can't place it but whenever I see her in a movie I get this big smile on my face.

6. Emily Watson (1967- )

Watch: Equilibrium, Punch-Drunk Love and Angela's Ashes
Why?: She's just really really good.

7. Kate Winslet (1975- )

Watch: Finding Neverland, Quills and Sense and Sensibility
Why?: Her intelligence and inner strength plays out in all her characters. Plus she's an amazing role model for young women.

8. Anthony Hopkins (1937- )

Watch: The Silence of the Lambs and Remains of the Day
Why?: The amount of effort and dedication he puts into all his roles is amazing. Plus I love the way he talks.


9. Robin Williams (1951- )

Watch: Dead Poet's Society, Happy Feet and Aladdin
Why?: I grew up with this guy (on the screen!) so there's a bit of nostalgia. Must have seen Mrs Doubtfire a million times as a kid (younger kid!)


10. Sandra Bullock (1964- )

Watch: Crash, Speed and While You Where Sleeping
Why?: As with Mr Williams she was a familiar face on the screen. I love her in the fun loving films.


11. Emma Thompson (1959- )

Watch: Much Ado About Nothing, Sense and Sensibility, Re
Why?: She is the queen of dialogue. And does wit so well.


12. Viggo Mortensen (1958- )

Watch: Witness and Lord of the Rings Trilogy
Why?: Says so much while saying so little. Okay, I really can't explain it but he's just damn cool.



13. Morgan Freeman (1937- )

Watch: The Shawshank Redemption, Se7en and Unforgiven
Why?: He's the cool, calm guy in every film. More of a character actor, he plays the role so well. His voice makes for the perfect narration too.



14. Sam Neill (1947- )

Watch: Merlin (TV), The Piano and The Jungle Book
Why?: He just brings such a unique, comfortable performance to the screen.



15. Jodie Foster (1962- )

Watch: The Silence of the Lambs and Nell
Why?: She has an amazing screen presence.


16. James Stewart (1908- 1997)

Watch: It's a Wonderful Life, Rear Window and Vertigo
Why?: What's not to love?


17. Grace Kelly (1929- 1982)

Watch: Dial M for Murder and Rear Window
Why?: Just brings so much style and elegance to her roles. A true star.




18. Marilyn Monroe (1926- 1962)

Watch: Some Like It Hot
Why?: Yes, I must watch more of Miss Monroe's films. She plays the 'sweetie' so well (and apparently in a lot of takes too!)



19. Jet Li (1963- )

Watch: Hero and The Once Upon A Time In China Trilogy
Why?: Just awesome to watch. I think he's probably the main reason I like watching martial arts.


20. Christian Bale (1974- )

Watch: Equilibrium, The Prestige and Little Women
Why?: He's such a versatile actor. It's fantastic how he fits into the different roles.


21. Sean Penn (1960- )

Watch: 21 Grams, I Am Sam and Dead Man Walking
Why?: Likes to tackle the difficult roles and subjects. Gives great performances.



22. Alan Rickman (1946- )

Watch: Galaxy Quest, Love Actually and Sense and Sensibility
Why?: I just love his manner in all his films!


23. Natalie Portman (1981- )

Watch: Mars Attack!, Where the Heart Is and Garden State
Why?: Possibly one of the best young actresses around.



24. Denzel Washington (1956- )

Watch: Much Ado About Nothing, Man on Fire and Remember the Titans
Why?: A great character actor! And great with the one liners too!



25. Gene Wilder (1933- )

Watch: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein
Why?: Nobody does insanity like Mr Gene Wilder. It's all in the eyes folks!





This was hard! I love a lot of actors/actresses! And it seems I like Sense and Sensibility a lot too.

A-Z on the screen(s)

A is for Anthony Hopkins. After watching The Silence of the the Lambs and Remains of the Day I am officially a huge fan. No doubt there will be more about him later....

Unfortunately Channel Ten (In Perth, Australia that is.) has YET AGAIN been taken over by the WORST TELEVSION SHOW IN HISTORY, Big Brother. Some of the contestants I swear, scare small children. But then there are shows that were great. I was a big fan of C.S.I. . Loved the characters (and thought Warrick was hot :) ) but it jumped the shark at the end of last season. Whoever thought Gil and Sara would make a good couple should be shot.
But then there are programs that are just simply awesome. The Simpsons is THE BEST SHOW IN HISTORY. So I guess it would be no secret that Dan Castellaneta has to be one of my favourite voice actors simply because he is Homer Simpson! Continuing on the line of t.v shows, anyone interested in behind-the-screens must check out Extras. I think it's better then The Office and the guest stars are great. The Patrick Stewart episode is the best. I couldn't watch X-men with a straight face afterwards.
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I couldn't tell you about the soundtrack about Garfield but I can tell you it's one of the worst movies I have ever seen. The comic strip was so simple I don't know how you would make a feature length out of it, apparently neither did they!
Bryan Singer, however, is someone who knows what he's doing both on the big and small screen. He is the Executive Producer on House MD, the latest show being added to my DVD collection. Never thought I'd be interested in a medical drama but it makes me laugh.
I love animation flicks and the only one I could think of starting with 'i' was The Incredibles. I was Elasta Girl on a kids camp a couple of years back and had a blast. Yes, I promise to do a nice big review article on animation flicks in the near future.
Now we can talk about two (more) favourite actors of mine, Joaquin Phoenix and Kate Winslet. Both put so much passion into their roles. I don't think I've seen a film where Phoenix isn't trembling with emotion. Winslets' characters are always so passionate and she brings a sense of integrity and life to her roles.
I can't say the same about Lost, which i think is an appropriate title and description for the plot. I think I lasted maybe half an hour through the pilot before my BS meter exploded under pressure in an impressive BOOM! Now THAT would made sense.
Totally off topic here, but the coolest thing starting with 'm' is Metro Youth! See all the crazy folks here.
Totally back on topic now. Most I presume, enjoy The Lord of the Rings trilogy because of the story or the eye candy factor or the theme. While I'm not a die hard fan I loved The Fellowship simply because of the Nazgul. On horseback. Ultimate freaky kill-first-ask-no-questions bad guys. But not as scary as the daily revelations on Overheardinnewyork. Definite proof that people are the scariest thing on this planet. Run while you still can.
Or even better run with the guys off Prison Break. Preferably with Linc and Michael rather then, oh say T-bag. He kills because he cares.
If you've ever had an interest or know a 'trekkie' or other fandom geeks, you'll love Galaxy Quest. Brilliant casting! And this scene is incredibly funny. Just like Ralph Wiggum in this scene. Actually just try this (the children are right to laugh at you.). Ah, so many good lines.
Oh, 's' has so many potentials. So many good movies. But the best would have to be The Shawshank Redemption. So much hope. *happy sigh* The Sixth Sense is another favourite, starring Toni Collette as Cole's mother. Fantastic actress. Plus she's an Aussie so how can she go wrong! Check out About a Boy.
On to being incredibly me-centred as if this blog wasn't enough, here's a doco I contributed to at University. I am currently studying film in my final year. And a music Video too of a local Perth band called The Bulletholes. Unfortunately I can't take credit for these mish mash trailers. They're very eXciting. Work with me here! Here's the links to two others. Raaaaiin drops on roses and whisppppers on kittens. Puts a whole new spin on some classics.
A big thankyou to YouTube for all the links. Where would we be without you?
Anyway it's about time I caught some zzzzzzzz's.
Over & Out.