Not many actors have created a legacy as lasting as Hugo Weaving. Since the 1990’s, Weaving has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s vigilantes committing murders, villainous agents or magical leaders, Weaving has portrayed many strong characters. Given the sheer number of movies he has made, making a top 10 list isn’t easy. Nevertheless, listed below are my favourite films made by an actor that deserves to be celebrated.
1. V for Vendetta
Vigilantes with a vendetta always inspired my grandpa. I remember my grandfather once acknowledged a legendary comic book about vigilantes facing disaster. He would appreciate legendary comic books capturing vigilantes carrying grim vendetta impacting his persona. My grandfather yearned to see an iconic comic-book about obscene vigilantes depicted on the big-screen. In 2005, Hugo Weaving honoured the iconic comic-book about vigilantes with vendettas in his movie “V for Vendetta”. In the greatest role of his career, Weaving portrayed a villainous vigilante seeking resolving crimes in doomed cities experiencing despair. This is the actor unlike you’ve ever seen him before: intense, charismatic and emotional in his most memorable role. Weaving has spent most of his career playing strong heroes in British period dramas. With “V for Vendetta”, however, the actor took a huge step out of his comfort zone by playing his first ever comic-book character. Working alongside Natalie Portman who is also amazing, Weaving honoured an iconic comic-book about vigilantes that are frightening. For instance, the scene in which V is first introduced seeking to save Evey from gangsters causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “V for Vendetta” Hugo Weaving’s best movie is its bold appeal. Unlike most comic-book movies, it tackles strong themes that would resonate with everyone. It delivers a bold message about government corruption which would definitely resonate with everyone. Nearly 20 years after the release of a classic comic-book film about vigilantes with a vendetta, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor with charisma that has produced bold movies attracting audiences to the Cinema.
2. The Matrix
The Matrix is a classic science-fiction film that earned my brother’s appreciation. Several years ago, my brother once appreciated Neo. I remember my brother was once a fan of a classic sci-fi film about agents in grave danger. He would always love to explain why he adored an iconic sci-fi film about frightening pills that terrify. In 1999, Hugo Weaving honoured the iconic sci-fi film in “The Matrix”. In the most villainous role of his career, Weaving portrayed a dedicated agent embarking on a mission to kill causing despair. With “The Matrix”, the actor showcased rare talent for playing villains he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Keanu Reeves who is also amazing, Weaving created a science-fiction film that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Agent Smith has a tense fight with Neo flying bullets in the air is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “The Matrix” a sci-fi classic is its bold appeal. Unlike most sci-fi films made during the 1990’s which are outdated, its themes remain relevant today. It delivers a bold message about dangers of artificial intelligence that is relevant today. As precious as the red pill, it’s a bold reminder of a great actor that has made dark movies that thrill.
3. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
The Lord of the Rings is a spectacular fantasy book series that my teacher always loved dearly. I remember my teacher was once a huge fan of a series about rings posing danger. Drawn towards rings that were dangerous, he would always love discussing a classic book series he considered to be precious. In 2001, Hugo Weaving did an extraordinary job of adapting the classic fantasy book to the big-screen in his movie “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring”. In the most authoritative role of his career, Weaving portrayed a magical elf facing warfare. Weaving excels at playing leaders in positions of power, and “The Lord of the Rings: the Fellowship of the Ring” showcased his strengths as an actor. Working alongside Ian McKellen who is also amazing, Weaving honoured a series that’s inspiring. For instance, the scene in which Elrond gives valuable advice seeking to prepare his elves for warfare is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” a fantasy classic is its universal appeal. Viewers don’t need to be fans of the fantasy book to appreciate it. As precious as the ring, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has made movies which are worth celebrating.
4. Hacksaw Ridge
War movies are a genre of film my uncle has always loved dearly. At an early age, I formed relationships with an uncle appreciating movies about historical events. Fascinated by WWII, he enjoyed witnessing hardships that soldiers went through. As someone treasuring fond memories of an uncle that considered it a privilege to learn about historical wars, I adored “Hacksaw Ridge”. Released in 2016, Hugo Weaving’s movie honoured the true story of a pacifist that fought in World War II. In the most emotional role of his career, Weaving portrayed a commander seeking to prepare troops for warfare. It gave the actor a rare chance to showcase emotional range he hadn’t shown in his career. Working alongside Andrew Garfield who is also amazing, Weaving created a war movie that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Tom Doss becomes aware that his son’s life is in danger causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Hacksaw Ridge” a great war movie is its universal appeal. Viewers aren’t required to be familiar with WWII history to appreciate it. The film delivers a strong message about war which would resonate with everyone. A powerful tribute towards a pacifist that refused to bear arms in WWII, it’s a riveting reminder about an actor that has made great movies in his career which audiences value.
5. Captain America: The First Avenger
Captain America is a captivating superhero that shaped my friend’s persona. I remember my friend was once a huge fan of a superhero carrying a shield with power. Fond of Marvel, he adored a superhero that held a place in his heart which was special. He would always love going to the Cinema to watch movies about Captain America. In 2011, Hugo Weaving honoured the first avenger in his movie “Captain America: The First Avenger”. In the most psychotic role of his career, Weaving portrayed a menacing villain seeking to cause trouble for Captain America causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for playing strong villains putting lives in grave danger. Working alongside Chris Evans who is also amazing, Weaving honoured a hero that’s inspiring. For instance, the scene in which Red Skull has a tense meeting with Captain America causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Captain America: The First Avenger” a comic-book classic is its bold appeal. Unlike most Marvel movies, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. A captivating tribute to an iconic comic-book character, it’s a bold reminder of a great actor producing movies which audiences treasure.
6. The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
Stories of transgender communities are rarely told in movies. Movies rarely capture hardships transgender people go through. In an industry ignoring transgender people facing trauma, it’s worth praising “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert”. Released in 1994, Guy Pearce’s movie captured transgender people facing adversities. In the most provocative role of his career, Weaving portrayed a transgender artist facing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to step out of his comfort zone by playing a transgender person. Working alongside Guy Pearce who is also amazing, Weaving created a transgender artist that’s compelling. A powerful portrait of hardships transgender people face, it’s a riveting reminder of a commemorated actor that has produced memorable movies which audiences embrace.
7. Cloud Atlas
When it comes to the greatest science-fiction books ever written about an Atlas, it’s worth discussing Cloud Atlas. Since its publication in 2004, David Mitchell’s book has become literature readers adore. In 2012, Hugo Weaving honoured the precious science-fiction book in his movie “Cloud Atlas”. In the most demanding role of his career, Weaving portrayed multiple characters in a universe facing despair. It’s a tricky role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his ability for playing multiple characters in one movie. Working alongside Tom Hanks who is also amazing, Whishaw honoured an iconic sci-fi book that’s inspiring. A spectacular adaptation of a sci-fi book about artifacts that terrify, it’s a sensational reminder of a commemorated actor that has always manufactured memorable movies which haven’t lost abilities to satisfy.
8. Little Fish
Drug addiction is a sensitive subject that’s rarely depicted in movies with respect. Hollywood has often shied away from an addiction that’s misunderstood. In an industry ignoring drugs causing lives of people to perish, it’s worth praising “Little Fish”. Released in 2005, Hugo Weaving’s movie offered a powerful portrait of heroin addiction. In the most conflicted role of his career, Weaving portrait a heroin addict suffering from severe addiction causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for playing emotional characters under intense pressure. Working alongside Cate Blanchett who is also amazing, Weaving created a portrait of addiction that’s compelling. A powerful portrait of addiction causing lives of people to deteriorate, it’s a bold reminder of an actor making great movies audiences appreciate.
9. Proof
Hugo Weaving has always excelled at playing emotional characters that are disturbing. Weaving has built an image of being an actor that thrives at playing characters facing emotional damage. Weaving’s strength for playing emotional characters seeking proof is clearly evident in his movie “Proof”. Released in 1991, Jocelyn Moorhouse’s movie showcased the actor at his best. In the most challenging role of his career, Weaving portrayed a blind photographer that faces despair. It’s a tricky role that gave the actor a chance to step out of his comfort zone by playing a blind person. Working alongside Russell Crowe who is also amazing, Weaving created a portrait of blindness that’s compelling. A brilliant portrait of a photographer that’s blind, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has produced one-of-a-kind movies leaving a legacy behind.
10. Transformers: The Last Knight
Hugo Weaving hasn’t always made captivating movies that are worth celebrating. While most movies the actor has made are appreciated, a few have left audiences disappointed. Unfortunately, “Transformers: The Last Knight” falls into the latter category. Released in 2017, Michael Bay’s blockbuster was a disaster. In the most shallow role of his career, Weaving portrayed a robot causing a city to face mass destruction despair. Weaving brought his usual charisma to the role, standing out as the bright spot of a bad movie. Although “Transformers: The Last Knight” is a bad movie, it honoured Weaving’s commemorated legacy. As precious as the last knight, it’s a riveting reminder of a bright actor that has manufactured engaging movies which I will forever treasure for inspiring my passion for movie reviews that I write on my website.
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