Not many actors have made movies audiences treasure like John Ratzenberger. Since the 1990’s, Ratzenberger has become a beloved animator. Whether it’s talking toys, terrorist leaders or political figures, Ratzenberger has portrayed many characters. Given the 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. Toy Story 3
Stories about toys have shaped my identity. As far back as I remember, I have enjoyed playing with toys. I recall joy I felt visiting stores to buy toys when I was a young boy. Toys became crucial parts of my childhood shaping my identity. When the day came to throw away toys with which I loved to play, I was so heartbroken I lost words to say. Few films I’ve seen have demonstrated the roles toys play in the lives of children as powerfully as “Toy Story 3”. Released in 2010, John Ratzenberger’s best movie captured toys facing adversity. In the greatest role of his career, Ratzenberger portrayed a talking toy that is abandoned by its owner causing despair. This is the actor unlike you’ve ever seen him before: intense, charismatic and emotional in his most memorable role. Ratzenberger has always excelled at creating strong animated characters through his commanding voice, and “Toy Story 3” showcased his strengths as an actor. Working alongside Tom Hanks who is also amazing, Ratzenberger created an animated movie about toys that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Hamm becomes aware that he is going to be thrown away by Andy causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Toy Story 3” John Ratzenberger’s best movie is its universal appeal. Unlike most Pixar movies that are targeted towards children only, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. It delivers a meaningful message about abandonment which would resonate with everyone. Nearly 15 years following the release of a groundbreaking film about talking toys facing abandonment, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor with commitment that has made unforgettable movies throughout his commemorated career giving undeniable entertainment.
2. Superman
Superman is a spectacular comic-book character that always inspired my teacher. Several years ago, I formed strong bonds with a school teacher that loved the soaring superhero. I remember Superman wa a superhero my English teacher grew up to cherish. As someone treasuring fond memories of a teacher that was a huge fan of Superman, I adored “Superman”. Released in 1978, John Ratzenberger’s movie honoured the soaring superhero’s legacy. In the most technical role of his career, Ratzenberger portrayed a technician of a news station facing despair. It gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for stealing the show in a supporting role with limited screen-time. Working alongside Christopher Reeves who is also amazing, Ratzenberger honoured a soaring superhero that’s inspiring. For instance, the scene in which the 1st Controller becomes aware of Superman soaring in the air is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Superman” a great comic-book movie is its universal appeal. Unlike most movies made in the 1970’s which tend to be outdated, it has aged beautifully. The film delivers a meaningful message about identity which would resonate with everyone. A spectacular tribute to a soaring superhero, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor whose movies have given audiences dreams to commonly follow.
3. 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. As someone whose emotions were turned inside out, I adored “Inside Out”. Released in 2015, John Ratzenberger’s animated movie offered a powerful portrait of emotions. In the most emotional role of his career, Ratzenberger portrayed an operator seeking to control the emotions of a teenager facing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talents for creating powerful animated characters through his strong voice. Working alongside Bill Hader who is also amazing, Ratzenberger created an emotional animated movie that’s captivating. For instance, the scene in which Fritz becomes aware that Riley faces despair in her mind is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Inside Out” a timeless animated classic is its appeal. Unlike most movies in the animated genre, it tackles themes everyone would relate to. It delivers a strong message about the role emotions play 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 manufacturing movies that without a doubt deserves to be talked about.
4. The Incredibles
The Incredibles is a classic animated movie that my brother always loved dearly. I fondly recall with nostalgia memories of a brother that adored the classic film about superhero families in the animated genre. He would always praise a special film about families that were incredible. In 2004, John Ratzenberger honoured the special animated movie in his film “The Incredibles”. In the most villainous role of his career, Ratzenberger portrayed a terrorist seeking to destroy a city causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a rare chance to showcase talent for playing villains he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Holly Hunter who is also amazing, Ratzenberger created an animated movie that’s captivating. For instance, the scene in which the Underminer threatens to destroy the city causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “The Incredibles” a timeless animated classic is its universal appeal. Unlike most animated movies, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. The film delivers a meaningful message about family that would resonate with everyone. As strong as bonds between a family that’s incredible, it’s remarkable reminder of a commemorated actor that has made unforgettable movies throughout his career which audiences consider special.
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5. Gandhi
Gandhi is a great historical figure that shaped my grandmother’s identity. I fondly recall with nostalgia memories of a grandma that adored a political leader in India. My grandmother always spoke fondly about a political leader that changed Indian history. She believed Gandhi deserved to be celebrated for feats he achieved. In 1982, John Ratzenberger honoured the iconic Indian political leader that changed history in his movie “Gandhi”. In the most political role of his career, Ratzenberger portrayed a British military commander that witnessed Gandhi prepare his nation for warfare. It gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for stealing the show in a brief role with limited screen-time. Working alongside Ben Kingsley who is also amazing, Ratzenberger created a political drama that’s captivating. For instance, the scene in which the American driver becomes aware that is nation is facing warfare causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Gandhi” a great biopic is its universal appeal. Viewers aren’t required to be familiar with Indian history to appreciate the movie. An incredible tribute towards an iconic political leader that forever changed India, it’s an insightful reminder about a commemorated actor with charisma that has manufactured unforgettable movies attracting audiences to the Cinema.
6. Cars
Race cars are machines that my cousin grew up to embrace. I remember my cousin was once fascinated with race cars putting the lives of drivers in grave danger. In 2006, John Ratzenberger captured the enduring appeal of race cars in his movie “Cars”. In the most colourful role of his career, Ratzenberger embodied a truck seeking to prepare race cars for warfare. It’s a role that gave the actor a rare chance to showcase comedic timing he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Owen Wilson who is also amazing, Ratzenberger created a commemorated animated movie that’s captivating. As strong as races conquered by Lightning McQueen, it’s a riveting reminder of a commemorated actor that has made unforgettable movies throughout his long-lasting career that definitely demand to be seen on the cinematic big-screen.
7. Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
Star Wars is a legendary science-fiction franchise that has built a lasting legacy. With its compelling storytelling, awe-inspiring special effects and strong themes, Star Wars has earned a huge following. In 1980, John Ratzenberger honoured the sci-fi series about pilots that are back in his movie “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back”. In the most action-packed role of his career, Ratzenberger portrayed a pilot flying planes in galaxies 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 Harrison Ford who is also amazing, Ratzenberger honoured a sci-fi franchise that’s inspiring. A spectacular tribute to a franchise created a long time ago in a galaxy far far away, it’s a breathtaking reminder of an actor that deserves to be celebrated today.
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, John Ratzenberger honoured the iconic animated company in his movie “Monsters University”. In the most commanding role of his career, Ratzenberger portrayed a monster seeking to scare children experiencing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for creating compelling animated characters through his commanding voice. Working alongside John Goodman who is also amazing, Ratzenberger created an animated movie that’s compelling. As powerful as monsters that scare, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has built a successful career making movies about which audiences care.
9. Up
It’s challenging to face the loss of a loved one. Years ago, my uncle passed away causing my family to face sorrow. His devastating passing left my family mourning. As someone that has witnessed how grief can cause families to turn upside down, I admired “Up”. Released in 2009, John Ratzenberger’s animated movie offered a powerful portrait of family tragedy. In the most mature role of his career, Ratzenberger portrayed a union worker that forms a friendship with a senior man facing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase rare wisdom in animation he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Christopher Plummer who is also amazing, Ratzenberger created an animated movie that’s captivating. As strong as Carl’s love for Ellie, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has audiences adore undeniably dearly.
10. Planes
John Ratzenberger hasn’t always made great movies that audiences treasure. While most movies the actor has made are appreciated, a few have left audiences disappointed. Unfortunately, “Planes” falls into the latter category. Released in 2013, Klay Hall’s animated blockbuster was a disaster. In the most shallow role of his career, Ratzenberger played a plane with dreams of soaring in the air experiencing despair. Ratzenberger brought his usual charisma to the role, standing out as the bright spot of a bad movie. Although “Planes” is a bad movie, it honoured Ratzenberger’s commemorated legacy. As strong as Dusty’s desire to win his race, it’s a breathtaking reminder of a commemorated actor that made unforgettable animated movies which I will forever treasure for inspiring me to chase my dreams of film criticism that I always embrace.
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