Bryce Dallas Howard’s Greatest Movies Ranked

Not many actresses have earned recognition of Bryce Dallas Howard. Since the 2000’s, Howard has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s blind villagers, concerned mothers or dinosaur explorers, Howard has portrayed several strong characters. Given the sheer number of movies that 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. Rocketman

Elton John is a legendary musician that always earned my mother’s appreciation. I remember forming relationships with a mother that was once a fan of the world-famous singer. She would always praise timeless melodies composed by a tiny dancer singer influencing her identity. Drawn towards the yellow brick road, she loved a renowned singer that motivated her to follow dreams years ago. My mother always believed movies were an art that could never honour a singer holding a precious place in her heart. In 2019, Bryce Dallas Howard did an extraordinary job of honouring the singer in her movie “Rocketman”. In the greatest role of her career, Howard embodies the neglectful mother of the world-famous singer that composed melodies people love to hear. This is the actress unlike you’ve ever seen her before: intense, charismatic and emotional in her most memorable role. Howard has spent most of her career playing likeable women with sympathetic personalities. With “Rocketman”, however, she took a step out of her comfort zone by playing the cruel mother of a renowned singer. It’s a role that gave the actress an opportunity to showcase her talent for singing melodies that audiences hadn’t seen before. Working alongside Taron Egerton who is also amazing, Howard honoured the legacy of a renowned musician. For instance, the scene in which Sheila tells her son he will never be loved after Elton reveals he is queer causing despair is one of the greatest moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “Rocketman” Howard’s best movie is its bold appeal. Unlike most musical biopics about famous singers, it tackles bold themes that everyone would relate to. Nearly 60 years after Elton John overcame the barrier of abusive parenting to become a famous singer changing the world forever, it’s a melodious reminder of a commemorated actress with a charismatic nature that has always made great movies which audiences commonly treasure.

2. The Village

The woods have always terrified me. At an early age, I developed a fear of woods that caused damage. My family lived in a small neighbourhood next to the woods. I had a nerve-wracking feeling that there were creatures in the woods. My fear of the woods I never had courage to enter began when I saw “The Village”. Released in 2004, Bryce Dallas Howard’s movie depicted woods causing catastrophe. In the most scary role of her career, Howard embodied a blind woman fearing the woods. It isn’t easy for actors to portray blind people. Portraying blindness poses challenges for actors, but Howard succeeded. Working alongside Joaquin Phoenix who is also amazing, Howard created a portrait of blindness that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Ivy ventures into the woods alone causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “The Village” a great horror movie is its universal appeal. Unlike most M. Night Shyamalan movies, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. The film delivers a message about terrorism which would resonate with everyone. As powerful as creatures in a village, it’s a riveting reminder of an actress that has made unforgettable movies with a meaningful message.

3. Jurassic World

Dinosaurs are terrifying creatures causing disaster that always fascinated my grandfather. At an early age, my grandfather was fascinated with dinosaurs causing damage. Fascinated with prehistoric history, he loved watching documentaries about dinosaurs causing catastrophe. My grandfather always loved the Jurassic Park franchise about dinosaurs with a bright spark which had left a lasting mark. In 2015, Bryce Dallas Howard honoured the world-famous franchise about dinosaurs in her film “Jurassic World”. In the most heroic role of her career, Howard embodied the manager of a theme park destroyed by dinosaurs causing despair. Howard has always had an aptitude for playing strong female characters in positions of power, and “Jurassic World” showcased her strengths as an actress. Working alongside Chris Pratt who is also amazing, Howard celebrated a legendary franchise. For instance, the scene in which Claire distracts a dinosaur using a flaming torch is one of the finest moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “Jurassic World” a great blockbuster is universal appeal. Unlike most movies about dinosaurs, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. As precious as the Jurassic World theme park, it’s a roaring reminder of a commemorated actress with a bright spark that has manufactured movies leaving a lasting worldwide mark.

4. The Help

Housekeepers have always helped my family. I remember a housekeeper that my family came to treasure. Dedicated to performing every single chore, she was a person that my family came to adore. A devoted housemaid, she dedicated herself to doing her job regardless how much she was paid. She always made it her life’s priority to help my family. As someone treasuring a housemaid that gave my family valuable help, I adored “The Help”. Released in 2012, Bryce Dallas Howard’s movie honoured a beloved book about helpful housekeepers. In the most unlikable role of her career, Howard embodies a woman that mistreats her housekeepers causing despair. Howard has spent most of her career playing likeable heroines. With “The Help”, however, the actress showcased a villainous side to herself that audiences hadn’t seen before. Working alongside Jessica Chastain who is also amazing, Howard honoured a book. For instance, the scene in which Hilly becomes aware that the pie she had eaten is made out of excrement causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “The Help” a classic is its message. The film delivers a message about racism which resonates with everyone. A beautiful adaptation of a book about housemaids that are helpful, it’s a bold reminder of a commemorated actress that audiences consider special.

5. 50/50

Terminal illness has impacted my family. Years ago, my family learned our uncle had been diagnosed with Cancer causing sorrow. I remember my uncle was an optimistic person that looked at the world from a positive perspective. His death left my family affected. As someone treasuring an uncle that faced illness tragedy, I appreciated “50/50”. Released in 2011, Bryce Dallas Howard’s movie captured terminal illness causing tragedy. In the most tragic role of her career, Howard embodies a woman struggling to care for an ill boyfriend. It gave the actress a chance to showcase strong range she hadn’t shown in her career before. Working alongside Joseph Gordon-Levitt who is also amazing, Howard created a portrait of illness that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Rachael breaks up with Adam after she is caught having an affair causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actress’ career. Ultimately, what makes “50/50” a masterpiece is its universal appeal. Unlike most movies about Cancer, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. A thought-provoking depiction of terminal illness, it’s a riveting reminder of an actress that has become an icon in the entertainment business manufacturing movies that give audiences tremendous happiness.

6. A Beautiful Mind

When it comes to the greatest mathematicians in history, it’s worth discussing John Nash. An awe-inspiring genius, Nash left behind a legacy that’s precious. In 2001, Bryce Dallas Howard honoured the legendary mathematician with a beautiful mind in her movie “A Beautiful Mind”. In the most intellectual role of her career, Howard portrayed a college student that witnesses John Nash face breakdowns causing despair. It gave the actress a chance to showcase her talent for stealing the show in a supporting role with limited screen-time. Working alongside Russell Crowe who is also outstanding, Howard honoured a mathematician that’s inspiring. A brilliant tribute towards a mathematician with a beautiful mind, it’s a breathtaking reminder about a one-of-a-kind actress that has manufactured unforgettable movies leaving legacy behind.

7. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

Women are rarely given opportunities to shine in the Jurassic Park franchise. A common criticism often levelled against the dinosaur franchise is its sexist treatment of women as damsels in distress. In 2018, Bryce Dallas Howard defied the franchise’s sexism in her film “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom”. In the most courageous role of her career, Howard embodies a woman that seeks to battle dangerous dinosaurs evoking fear. With the second film in the franchise, Howard brought emotional vulnerability to Claire making her more than just a damsel in distress. Working alongside Chris Pratt who is also amazing, Howard created a feminist heroine that’s compelling. As powerful as a dinosaurs’ roar, it’s a riveting reminder of an actress that seeks to pour her soul into every role in memorable movies which audiences commonly adore.

8. Pete’s Dragon

When it comes to the greatest animated movies ever made earning appreciation, it’s worth discussing Pete’s Dragon. Since its release in 1977, Don Chaffey’s movie has become an animated classic. In 2016, Bryce Dallas Howard honoured the animated classic about a dragon in her live-action movie “Pete’s Dragon”. In the most magical role of her career, Howard embodies a woman that becomes aware of mystical dragons that exist causing fear. It’s a role that gave the actress an opportunity to showcase her talent for playing strong female characters. Working alongside Wes Bentley who is also amazing, Howard honoured the legacy of a legendary animated movie. An awe-inspiring remake of an animated classic, it’s a breathtaking reminder of an actress that has produced unforgettable movies which have captivated the movie-going public.

9. Spider-Man 3

Few superheroes have earned a fan following as huge as Spider-Man. Since his creation in the 1960’s, the superhero whose great powers come with great responsibilities has appeared in many movies. In 2007, Bryce Dallas Howard honoured the iconic superhero in her movie “Spider-Man 3”. In the most adventurous role of her career, Howard portrayed a news reporter that forms a romantic relationship with the superhero swinging in the air. It’s a role that gave the actress a chance to step out of her comfort zone by playing a comic-book heroine that’s well-known. Working alongside Tobey Maguire who is also amazing, Howard honoured a superhero that’s inspiring. As strong as webs Spider-Man seeks to weave, it’s a sensational reminder of a commemorated actress that has made unforgettable movies with feats to commonly achieve.

10. Jurassic World: Dominion

Bryce Dallas Howard hasn’t always made great movies that are treasured. While most movies the actress has made are appreciated, a few have often left audiences disappointed. Unfortunately, “Jurassic World: Dominion” falls into the latter category. Released in 2022, Colin Trevorrow’s blockbuster was a disaster. In the most shallow role of her career, Howard portrayed a woman seeking to care for dinosaurs on a planet facing despair. Howard brought her usual charisma to the role, standing out as the bright spot of a disastrous movie. Although “Jurassic World: Dominion” is a bad movie, it honoured Howard’s legacy. As loud as a dinosaur’s roar, it’s a riveting reminder about an actress that hasn’t lost her abilities to soar making unforgettable movies which I will forever treasure for inspiring my lifelong love of filmmaking I adore.