Not many actors are as iconic as Warwick Davis. Since his rise to fame in the 1990’s, Davis has made memorable movies. Whether it’s goblin creatures, political leaders or strong police-officers, Davis has portrayed several 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. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
Harry Potter is a magical book series that shaped my identity. The story about misunderstood boys who lived has always been a part of my childhood. I recall fond memories of reading J.K. Rowling’s book series during my childhood that had impacted my identity. I instantly fell in love with a book series about strong wizards that cast a powerful spell that had timeless stories to tell. In 2011, Warwick Davis honoured the iconic series about lives of bold wizards in his movie “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2”. In the greatest role of his career, Davis portrayed a bold goblin creature engaging in warfare causing despair. This is the actor unlike you’ve ever seen him before: intense, charismatic and emotional in his most memorable role. Davis has spent most of his career by playing likeable heroes in British period dramas. With “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2”, however, the actor took a huge step out of his comfort zone by playing a fantasy character that’s well-known. Working alongside Daniel Radcliffe who is also amazing, Davis honoured a series about wizards that’s spellbinding. For instance, the scene in which Griphook becomes aware of the dangers posed by dragons in Gringotts causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2” Warwick Davis’ best movie is its universal appeal. Unlike most movies in the Harry Potter series, it tackles bold themes that everyone would relate to. A fantastic farewell to a magical franchise with timeless stories to tell, it’s a breathtaking reminder of a great actor that has made unforgettable movies casting a powerful spell.
2. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
Teachers are inspiring figures in school that have shaped my identity. I remember forming bonds with an English teacher that inspired me to become a writer. I grew up to be a big fan of an English teacher that made me believe there was nothing in the world I couldn’t accomplish. As someone treasuring memories of a teacher in a league of his own, I adored “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone”. Released in 2001, Warwick Davis’ movie offered a beautiful adaptation of the first Harry Potter book. In the most intellectual role of his career, Davis portrayed a teacher seeking to prepare students in a magical school for warfare. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for playing leaders in positions of power. Working alongside Alan Rickman who is also amazing, Davis created a fantasy film that’s engaging. For instance, the scene in which Professor Flitwick delivers a lecture about spells seeking to prepare students for warfare is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” a timeless classic is its message. The film delivers a bold message about teachers which would resonate with everyone. As strong as Harry’s desire to become a wizard, it’s a bold reminder of an iconic actor that has made great movies in his career which audiences have treasured.
3. Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Star Wars is a spectacular science-fiction franchise that always inspired my teacher. I remember my teacher was once a huge fan of a franchise about galaxies in danger. Fond of Han Solo, he would always praise a series that gave him dreams to follow. In 2015, Warwick Davis honoured the series about forces awakened in his movie “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”. In the most technical role of his career, Davis portrayed a space scavenger engaging in warfare. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for creating compelling characters through the art of motion-capture. Working alongside Daisy Ridley who is also amazing, Davis honoured a series about galaxies that are frightening. For instance, the scene in which Wollivan becomes aware that his planet is in grave danger causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” a sci-fi classic is its universal appeal. Unlike most commemorated Star Wars movies, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. As strong as Rey’s desire to become a world-famous jedi, it’s a spectacular reminder of an actor that has made memorable movies throughout his impressive career which commonly satisfy.
4. Solo: A Star Wars Story
Han Solo is a legendary character that my brother adored many years ago. I remember my brother was once a huge fan of an iconic space scavenger saving his galaxy from grave danger. He grew up to embrace a hero embarking on adventures across space. In 2018, Warwick Davis honoured the iconic space hero’s enduring legacy in his movie “Solo: A Star Wars Story”. In the most adventurous role of his career, the actor portrayed multiple space scavengers participating in warfare. It’s a demanding role that required the actor to portray multiple characters in the same movie but he succeeded tremendously. Working alongside Alden Ehrenreich who is also amazing, Davis honoured a space hero that’s inspiring. For instance, the scene in which Weazel first meets Han Solo becoming aware of the space hero is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Solo: A Star Wars Story” a sci-fi classic is its appeal. Unlike most movies in the Star Wars franchise, it tackles themes that everyone would relate to. A strong tribute towards Han Solo, it’s a bold reminder of an actor whose movies give audiences dreams to commonly follow.
5. The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
The Chronicles of Narnia is a fantasy fantasy series that shaped my friend’s persona. At an early age, I formed strong bonds with a girl that adored a series about lions with courage. I fondly recall with nostalgia memories of a girl that loved the fantastical world of Narnia. In 2008, Warwick Davis honoured the iconic franchise about siblings facing tension in his movie “The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian”. In the most fantastical role of his career, Davis portrayed a dwarf facing warfare. It gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for stealing the show in a supporting role with limited screen-time. Working alongside Ben Barnes who is also amazing, Davis honoured a series about lions that are frightening. For instance, the scene in which Nikabrik seeks to prepare for his planet’s warfare causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian” a fantasy classic is its universal appeal. Viewers aren’t required to be fans of the iconic fantasy books to appreciate it. As precious as the world of Narnia, it’s a captivating reminder of a commemorated actor with charisma that has manufactured unforgettable movies which attract audiences towards Cinema.
6. Willow
Warwick Davis has often excelled at playing emotional characters that are tragic. Davis has built an image of being an actor that thrives at playing emotional heroes facing outrange. Davis’ strength for playing emotional heroes facing sorrow is clearly evident in his movie “Willow”. Released in 1988, Ron Howard’s fantasy film showcased the actor at his best. In the most tragic role of his career, Davis portrayed a dwarf engaging in warfare causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a rare chance to showcase emotional range he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Val Kilmer who is also amazing, Davis created a fantasy film that’s captivating. As strong as Willow’s desire to defeat the queen, it’s a dazzling reminder of a commemorated actor that has manufactured unforgettable movies that demand to be commonly seen.
7. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
It isn’t easy to bring a beloved sci-fi franchise to a satisfying conclusion. Most film franchises start on a high note but end with a whimper. The final film in a franchise rarely ever sticks the landing bringing a series to a satisfying ending. However, “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” is an exception. Released in 2019, Warwick Davis’ movie brought the Star Wars franchise to a satisfying conclusion. In the most artistic role of his career, Davis portrayed a creature seeking to prepare for intense warfare. It gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for creating strong characters through motion-capture. Working alongside Adam Driver who is also amazing, Davis honoured a sci-fi franchise that’s inspiring. A satisfying ending to a series about galaxies in space, it’s a sensational reminder of an actor making great movies audiences commonly embrace.
8. Ray
When it comes to musicians that are beloved today, it’s worth discussing Ray Charles. Since his rise to fame in the 1950’s, Charles composed timeless melodies. In 2004, Warwick Davis honoured the iconic musician that is celebrated today in his movie “Ray”. In the most musical role of his career, Davis portrayed a renowned musician that sought to collaborate with Ray Charles causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to step out of his comfort zone by playing a legendary musician that’s well-known. Working alongside Jamie Foxx who is also outstanding, Davis honoured a musician that’s inspiring. As strong as Ray Charles’ love for music, it’s a fantastic reminder of a commemorated actor that has manufactured unforgettable movies throughout his illustrious career which have commonly captivated public.
9. Labyrinth
Few musicians in American history are as beloved as David Bowie. Since the 1980’s, Bowie has become a legendary musician with a lasting legacy. In 1986, Warwick Davis collaborated with the world-famous singer in his movie “Labyrinth”. In the most intriguing role of his career, Davis portrayed a goblin creature that participates in intense warfare causing despair. It gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for creating larger-than-life motion-capture characters engaging in strange behaviour. Working alongside Jennifer Connelly who is also amazing, Davis created a fantasy film that’s captivating. As strong as Sarah’s desire to explored a world that’s fantastical, it’s a remarkable reminder of a commemorated actor that has always manufactured memorable movies throughout his impressive career which audiences consider special.
10. Jack the Giant Slayer
Warwick Davis hasn’t always made iconic movies captivating the public. While most movies the actor has made are appreciated, a few have often left audiences disappointed. Unfortunately, “Jack the Giant Slayer” falls into the latter category. Released in 2013, Bryan Singer’s blockbuster was a disaster. In the most shallow role of his career, Davis portrayed a courageous dwarf participating in intense warfare. Davis brought his usual charisma to the role, standing out as the bright spot of a bad movie. Although “Jack the Giant Slayer” is a bad movie, it honoured Davis’ legacy. As strong as Jack’s desire to defeat giants causing catastrophe, it’s a dazzling reminder of an actor that has built a lasting legacy manufacturing great movies which I will forever treasure for inspiring me to turn my dreams of film criticism into reality.
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