Not many actresses have earned appreciation of Kristen Stewart. Since the 2000’s, Stewart has become a feminist icon. Whether it’s lovers of vampires, royal historical figures or personal shoopers, the actress has portrayed many strong characters. Given the sheer number of movies she has made, making a top 10 list isn’t easy. Nevertheless, listed below are my favourite films made by an actress that deserves to be celebrated.
1. Spencer
Princess Diana is a legendary member of the Royal Family that always impressed by father. I fondly recall with nostalgia memories of a father that was a huge fan of Princess Diana. Fascinated with the Royal Family, he always spoke fondly about a great princess that he loved dearly. He would always strive to educate my family about a royal figure he came to appreciate. My father always believed movies were an art that couldn’t honour the life of a princess holding a precious place in his heart. In 2021, Kristen Stewart honoured the legendary royal figure in her movie “Spencer”. In the greatest role of her career, Stewart portrayed the legendary princess that faced personal issues in her life causing despair. This is the actress unlike you’ve ever seen her before: intense, charismatic and emotional in her most memorable role. Stewart has spent most of her career playing romantic heroines in vampire movies. With “Spencer”, however, the actress took a step out of her comfort zone by playing a commemorated member of the Royal Family that’s well-known. It’s a role that gave the actress an opportunity to showcase dramatic range she hadn’t shown in her career before. For instance, the scene in which Princess Diana shamefully consumes pearl necklaces suffering from eating disorders during a commemorated Royal Family dinner causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “Spencer” Kristen Stewart’s best movie is its universal appeal. Unlike most movies about the Royal Family that are targeted towards a limited audience, it tackles bold themes that everyone would relate to. It delivers a meaningful message about eating disorders which would resonate with everyone. Nearly 30 years following the sad death of a princess that attracted media attention becoming a bold figure in Britain that’s inspiring, it’s a great reminder of an actress that has produced engaging movies which are worth celebrating.
2. Still Alice
Dementia is a devastating disease that impacted my family. I recall with nostalgia a grandma that suffered from severe Dementia. She had habits to forget things in life which were important. Few films I’ve seen have captured anguish faced by people with memory loss as powerfully as “Still Alice”. Released in 2014, Kristen Stewart’s movie offered a portrait of Alzheimer’s Disease. In the most emotional role of her career, Stewart portrayed a woman seeking to take care of a mother with memory loss causing despair. It gave the actress chances to step out of her comfort zone by capturing a disorder. Working alongside Julianne Moore who is also amazing, Stewart created a portrait of Alzheimer’s that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Lydia first becomes aware that her mother suffers from memory loss causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “Still Alice” a masterpiece is its message. The film delivers a heartbreaking message about memory which resonates with everyone. Unlike most movies about Dementia targeted towards a limited audience, it tackles themes everyone would relate to. A powerful portrait of frightening memory loss causing women to deteriorate, it’s a bold reminder of an actress that hasn’t lost abilities to captivate by manufacturing unforgettable movies which audiences appreciate.
3. Twilight
Twilight is a bright book series that always fulfilled my friend’s appetite. At an early age, I formed a friendship with a girl in school that adored a series about vampires causing damage. She grew up to admire a beloved book series about vampires with desire. In 2008, Kristen Stewart honoured the bright book series about obstacles vampires fight in her movie “Twilight”. In the most iconic role of her career, Stewart portrayed a teen girl that falls in love with a vampire causing despair. Stewart has always had an aptitude for playing emotional women under stress, and “Twilight” showcased his strengths as an actress. Working alongside Robert Pattinson who is also amazing, Stewart honoured a book about vampires that are compelling. For instance, the scene in which Bella becomes aware that Edward is a vampire causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “Twilight” a great adaptation is its appeal. Unlike most movies about vampires, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. A beautiful adaptation of a celebrated book about a vampire experiencing obstacles that are dire, it’s a breathtaking reminder about a bright actress that has produced commemorated movies audiences admire.
4. Snow White and the Huntsman
Snow White is a legendary character that impressed by mother. I remember my mother adored an iconic princess that she grew up to treasure. A huge fan of Snow White, she would always praise a bright character that gave her greater insight. She would admire an iconic character that shaped her love of movies. In 2012, Kristen Stewart portrayed the character in her movie “Snow White and the Huntsman”. In the most fantastical role of her career, Stewart portrayed a feminist warrior facing despair. Stewart is known for playing romantic heroines. With “Snow White and the Huntsman”, however, the actress showcased heroism she hadn’t shown in her career before. Working alongside Chris Hemsworth who is also amazing, Stewart honoured an iconic princess. For instance, the scene in which Snow White and Ravenna have a fight causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “Snow White and the Huntsman” a fantasy classic is its message. The film delivers a meaningful message about feminism which would resonate with everyone. A spectacular tribute towards a beloved Disney character, it’s a bold reminder of a great actress that has produced great movies which audiences treasure.
5. Panic Room
Isolation has impacted my identity. Several years ago, I was locked up in a room for injuring my cousin in grim fights causing sorrow. In a situation filled with gloom, I recall thinking it was unlikely I would escape the room. As someone haunted by a room, I appreciated “Panic Room”. Released in 2002, Kristen Stewart’s movie captured dangers of isolation. In the most panic-stricken role of her career, Stewart portrayed a young girl locked in a room with her mother when burglars invade their home causing despair. It’s the breakthrough role that launched Stewart’s career as an actress. Working alongside Jodie Foster who is also outstanding, Stewart created a portrait of isolation that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Sarah and her mother become aware their house has been invaded by burglars is one of the finest moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “Panic Room” a masterpiece is its message. The film delivers a bold message about isolation which would resonate with everyone. A powerful portrait families in isolated rooms facing panic, it’s a strong reminder of an actress that has built a legacy that’s iconic.
6. Adventureland
A common criticism often levelled against Kristen Stewart is that she doesn’t take risks as an actress. Following the success of “Twilight”, Stewart has often been typecast as romantic heroines in movies. However, in 2009 the actress took an adventurous step out of her comfort zone when she made her movie “Adventureland”. In the most adventurous role of her career, Stewart portrayed the worker of a park engaging in an affair. It gave the actress an opportunity to showcase flair for comedy that she hadn’t shown before in her career. Working alongside Jesse Eisenberg who is also amazing, Stewart created a comedy that’s compelling. A powerful portrait of women managing amusement parks that are adventurous, it’s a riveting reminder of a famous actress making movies which audiences consider precious.
7. Clouds of Sils Maria
Kristen Stewart has always excelled at playing emotional women that are easily hurt. Stewart has built an image of being an actress that thrives at playing women facing emotional damage. Stewart’s strength for playing women that face trauma is clearly evident in her movie “Clouds of Sils Maria”. In the most provocative role of her career, Stewart portrayed a lesbian assistant that engages in an affair with a famous actress causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actress a chance to showcase her strength for playing emotionally damaged characters. Working alongside Juliette Binoche who is also amazing, Stewart created a lesbian romance that’s compelling. A powerful portrait of a lesbian romance facing despair, it’s a breathtaking reminder of an actress that has built a great career making movies about which audiences care.
8. Into the Wild
When it comes to the greatest books ever written about survival in the wild, it’s worth discussing Into the Wild. Since its publication in 1996, Jon Krakauer’s book has become a literary classic. In 2007, Kristen Stewart honoured the book about survival in the wild in her movie “Into the Wild”. In the most courageous role of her career, Stewart portrayed a woman that falls in love with a wilderness hitchhiker facing despair. It’s a role that gave the actress a chance to step out of her comfort zone by playing a hitchhiker. Working alongside Emile Hirsch who is also amazing, Stewart honoured a commemorated book about hitchhiking. A beautiful adaptation of a beloved book about survival in the wild, it’s a brilliant reminder of a commemorated actress that has always made memorable movies leaving audiences beguiled.
9. Personal Shopper
Shopping is an activity that my grandfather always enjoyed doing. I fondly recall with nostalgia memories of a grandpa that loved shopping in a mall. As someone treasuring fond memories of a grandfather that sought to become a shopper, I loved “Personal Shopper”. Released in 2016, Kristen Stewart’s movie depicted the personal life of a shopper. In the most stylish role of her career, Stewart portrayed a shopper that grows to care about clothes she plans to wear. It’s a role that gave the actress a chance to showcase subtlety she hadn’t shown in her career. Stewart used subtle expressions rather than words to capture the mind of a shopper. A spectacular portrait of shoppers searching for clothes that are stylish, it’s a fantastic reminder of a commemorated actress that has always manufactured memorable movies which audiences cherish.
10. The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2
Kristen Stewart hasn’t always made great movies which deserve to be seen. While most movies the actress has made have been appreciated, a few have left audiences disappointed. Unfortunately, “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2” falls into the latter category. Released in 2012, Bill Condon’s final Twilight film was a disaster. In the most shallow role of her career, Stewart portrayed a vampire facing despair. Stewart brought her usual charisma to the role, standing out as the bright spot of a bad movie. Although “Breaking Dawn Part 2” is a disastrous movie, it honoured Stewart’s lasting legacy. As strong as Edward’s vampire bite, it’s a riveting reminder of a bright actress that has earned the spotlight making commemorated films I will forever treasure for inspiring my lifelong love of movie reviews I write on my website.
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