FromCameron DiaztoQuentin Tarantino, these areexamples where a single performance missed the mark in an otherwise great movie.
The trifecta is completed byDaryl Hannah, who’s not nearly as good.
It’s like she’s sleepwalking through the performance, which doesn’t help the film in the slightest.
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Case in point: Her performance inFour Weddings and a Funeral, one ofthe highest-grossing British movies ever made.
Despite her star power, Diazs performance didnt quite hit the mark.
One of the best gangster movies of all time,Gangs of New Yorkdeliverspowerful performances by Daniel Day-LewisandLeonardo DiCaprio.
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In a movie brimming with powerhouse performances, Holmess take on Rachel fell flat.
Unfortunately, he wasnt convincing as a hardened warrior dealing with personal tragedy and seeking redemption.
Bloom lacked the emotional weight needed for the role, which was essential for the character’s arc.
To make matters worse,Hanks’s accent also drew criticism for being confusing and inconsistent.
The character is portrayed at both a young age and as an adult, withKikuchiplaying the adult Mako.
Despite these critiques,Pacific Rimbuilt a dedicated fan base.
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The story and the characters may be simple, but the movie is nothing short of a spectacle.
Over 1,000 actresses auditioned for the role of Willie Scott, including the then-unknownSharon Stone.
Ultimately, Spielberg chose Capshaw after viewing her audition tape and sharing it withHarrison Ford.
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