Not many actors attract audiences to the theatre like Bill Hader. Since the 1990’s, Hader has become a comedic icon. Whether it’s corrupt police-officers, fearful creatures or space scavengers, Hader 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. Inside Out
Emotions have shaped my personality. At an early age, I was affected by grim emotions that caused my life to face damage. Several years ago, I felt upset when my family made consequential decisions to immigrate to Toronto. The depressing news my family was going to move big countries caused me to face dark mental health issues. Facing the emotions of sadness, I found no joy in the prospect of immigration that caused loneliness. Few films I’ve ever seen have captured how change causes emotions of teenagers to be turned inside out as powerfully as “Inside Out”. Released in 2015, Bill Hader’s best movie offered a powerful portrait of emotions causing teens to face adversity. In the greatest role of his career, Hader portrayed the emotion of fear that causes a teen girl to face a heavy burden to bear. This is the actor unlike you’ve ever seen him before: intense, charismatic and emotional in his most memorable role. Hader has spent most of his career playing likeable heroes in comedies. With “Inside Out”, however, the actor showcased rare talent for animation he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Amy Poehler who is also outstanding, Hader created a portrait of animated emotions that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Riley first faces fear when she moves to a new city causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Inside Out” Bill Hader’s best movie is its universal appeal. Unlike most movies in the animated genre, it tackles universal themes everyone would relate to. It delivers a strong message about the role emotions play shaping lives of teens that would resonate with everyone. A great glimpse inside minds of teens whose emotions are turned inside out, it’s a joyous reminder of an actor that has achieved success without a doubt making films that deserve to be talked about.
2. Her
Technology addiction has shaped my identity. As far as I can remember, I’ve been a heavy technology user. At an early age, I formed a strong addiction to technology gadgets that shaped my personality. In an attempt to feel less alone, I often turned towards my phone. As someone that’s a heavy technology user, I identified with “Her”. Released in 2013, Bill Hader’s movie offered a powerful portrait of technology addicts. In the most technical role of his career, Hader portrayed the voice of an operating system that forms a romantic relationship with humans causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for creating strong characters through his commanding voice. Working alongside Joaquin Phoenix who is also amazing, Hader created a technology movie that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Theodore attempts to interact with a chat room guest beginning an affair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Her” a masterpiece is its universal message. It delivers a heartbreaking message about technology addiction which would resonate with everyone. A powerful portrait of dangers posed by technology addiction causing relationships to deteriorate, it’s an inspiring reminder of a celebrated actor that has manufactured unforgettable movies audiences commonly appreciate.
3. Superbad
High school is a time in life that shaped my identity. I fondly recall with nostalgia memories of a high school that shaped my persona. I remember attending a school where I was often bullied by students which were cruel. As someone treasuring memories of school which were often bad, I adored “Superbad”. Released in 2007, Bill Hader’s comedy captured friendships formed in high school. In the most comical role of his career, Hader portrayed a police-officer that seeks to apprehend high school teenagers committing crimes causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his sharp sense of humour. Working alongside Seth Rogen who is also amazing, Hader created a high school comedy that’s captivating. For instance, the scene in which Officer Slater interrogates McLovin about his true identity causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Superbad” a comedic classic is its universal appeal. Unlike most high school comedies, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. It delivers a meaningful message about friendship which would resonate with everyone. A powerful portrait of committed adolesccents seeking success in college, it’s a riveting reminder of a commemorated actor that hasn’t lost his abilities to engage manufacturing movies with a meaningful message.
4. Tropic Thunder
Comedies have always meant the world to my brother. During my childhood, I bonded with my brother by watching comedies together. We enjoyed watching all kinds of comedies that made us howl with laughter, but our favourite was always “Tropic Thunder”. Ever since its release in 2008, Bill Hader’s comedy has stood the test of time as a classic. In the most hilarious role of his career, Hader portrayed the personal assistant of a famous Hollywood producer seeking to prepare movies. It gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for stealing the show in a supporting role with limited screen-time. Working alongside Tom Cruise who is also amazing, Hader created a comedy that’s captivating. For instance, the scene in which the studio executive assists Les Grossman prepare for a film shoot is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Tropic Thunder” a comedic classic is its message. The film delivers a poignant message about teamwork resonating with everyone. A powerful portrait of actors in Hollywood, it’s a strong reminder of a star that has stood the test of time by portraying characters that are misunderstood.
5. Toy Story 4
Stories about toys have shaped my identity. As far back as I remember, I’ve enjoyed playing with toys. I recall joy I felt visiting stores to buy a toy when I was a young boy. When the day came to throw away toys with which I loved to play, I was so heartbroken I ran out of words to say. As someone treasuring toys I grew up to adore, I appreciated “Toy Story 4”. Released in 2019, Bill Hader’s movie brought the iconic franchise about toys to a satisfying conclusion. In the most animated role of his career, Hader portrayed the owner of a toy store struggling to care for toys that are a burden to bear. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for creating strong animated characters through his powerful voice. For instance, the scene in which Axel becomes aware that toys have escaped his store causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Toy Story 4” a timeless classic is its universal appeal. Unlike most Pixar movies, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. A fantastic farewell to franchise about a toy, it’s a terrific reminder of an actor that has made movies audiences enjoy.
6. 22 Jump Street
21 Jump Street is a classic television series that always earned my friend’s appreciation. Several years ago, my friend was once a huge fan of the iconic television show. He often yearned to see the television series depicted on the big-screen. In 2014, Bill Hader honoured the series about cops saving the street in his movie “22 Jump Street”. In the most witty role of his career, Hader portrayed a cop seeking to resolve crimes in a city facing despair. It’s a commemorated role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his sharp sense of humour. Working alongside Jonah Hill who is also amazing, Hader created a commemorated comedy that’s captivating. As strong as Schmidt’s desire to become a successful police-officer, it’s a breathtaking reminder of a commemorated actor that has manufactured great movies which audiences treasure.
7. Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
When it comes to the most beloved graphic novels in the world, it’s worth discussing Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. Since its creation, the graphic novel has gained immense recognition. In 2010, Bill Hader honoured the world-famous graphic novel in his movie “Scott Pilgrim vs. the World”. In the most authoritative role of his career, Hader portrayed the voice of an artificial intelligent machine in a video-game. It’s a technical role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for creating strong characters through his powerful voice. Working alongside Michael Cera who is also amazing, Hader honoured a comic-book that’s captivating. As powerful as Scott Pilgrim’s love for Ramona, it’s a spectacular reminder of a commemorated actor with charisma that has made memorable movies always attracting audiences to the modern Cinema.
8. Monsters University
Pixar is a great studio that has raised the bar for animation. With their awe-inspiring animation, compelling storytelling and strong themes, Pixar’s animated movies have earned a huge following. In 2013, Bill Hader honoured the iconic company in his movie “Monster’s University”. In the most colourful role of his career, Hader portrayed a monster attending a competitive university causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for creating compelling animation through his commanding voice. Working alongside John Goodman who is also amazing, Hader honoured an animated company that’s inspiring. As powerful as monsters that scare, it’s a riveting reminder of a commemorated actor that has manufactured a successful career through manufacturing movies about which audiences commonly care.
9. Knocked Up
Bill Hader has often excelled at playing comical characters under pressure. Hader has built an image of being an actor that thrives at playing emotional characters facing rage. Hader’s strength for playing characters whose lives are messed up is clearly evident in his movie “Knocked Up”. Released in 2007, Judd Apatow’s comedy showcased the actor at his best. In the most emotional role of his career, Hader portrayed a technician seeking to care for a news station causing despair. It gave the actor a rare chance to showcase emotional range he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Seth Rogen who is also amazing, Hader created a comedy that’s engaging. A powerful portrait of pregnancy causing lives of women to crumble, it’s a remarkable reminder of an actor producing unforgettable movies audiences consider special.
10. Accidental Love
Bill Hader hasn’t always made great movies audiences treasure. While most movies the actor has made are appreciated, a few have left audiences disappointed. Unfortunately, “Accidental Love” falls into the latter category. Released in 2015, David O. Russell’s romantic comedy was a disaster. In the most shallow role of his career, the actor portrayed a compassionate doctor seeking to care for patients facing despair. Hader brought his usual charisma to the role, standing out as the bright spot of a bad movie. Although “Accidental Love” is a bad movie, it honoured Hader’s commemorated legacy. As powerful as love affairs that are an accident, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor with strong commitment towards his craft that has manufactured unforgettable movies which I will forever treasure for inspiring my lifelong love of watching entertainment.
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