Deb
Considered among the brightest stars in Hollywood, William Bradley Pitt’s first brush with popularity came from his appearance in the 1991 film ‘Thelma & Louise.’ He went on to establish himself as a leading man, earning both critical and commercial success, starring in movies such as ‘A River Runs Through It,’ ‘Legends of the Fall,’ ‘Seven,’ ‘Fight Club,’ and ‘Snatch.’ By the turn of the century, Brad became one of the most bankable stars in the industry, delivering massive box office hits such as ‘Ocean’s Eleven,’ ‘Troy,’ ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith,’ and ‘World War Z.’ He also continued being a favorite of critics with films like ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,’ ’12 Monkeys,’ ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,’ ‘Inglorious Bastards,’ and many more. His collection of accolades includes the big 4, Oscars, Golden Globes, BAFTAs, and Primetime Emmys, among others. If you are looking forward to streaming Brad Pitt‘s movies on Netflix, the following list is tailored for you.
5. A Stoning in Fulham County (1988)
Based on a true story, ‘A Stoning in Fulham County’ directed by Larry Elikann follows Amish couple Jacob (Ron Perlman) and Sarah Shuler (Maureen Mueller), who live as outcasts in North Carolina. While returning home one day, a group of reckless teenagers throws rocks at them, one of which hits their infant daughter and kills her instantly. The tragic incident catches the attention of Jim Sandler (Ken Olin), who decides to make an example of those responsible for the involuntary murder. However, to his frustration, the couple does not wish to press charges and follow the biblical commandment of “turning the other cheek.” In one of his earliest roles, Brad Pitt plays Teddy Johnson, one of the teenagers involved in the stoning. Watch the film here.
4. The Lost City (2022)
Aaron and Adam Nee’s ‘The Lost City’ is an action comedy that follows bestselling novelist Loretta Sage (Sandra Bullock), who is kidnapped by Abigail Fairfax (Daniel Radcliffe). Abigail wants her to help him locate a treasure that he believes is hidden somewhere within the Lost City of D, whose mention she has made in her latest novel. Alan Caprison (Channing Tatum), the model whose picture is on the novel’s cover, pursues Abigail to rescue Loretta but fails miserably. Thankfully, he establishes contact with Jack Trainer (Pitt), a CIA operative who helps them escape. To find out whether they survive, you can stream the movie right here.
3. True Romance (1993)
Tony Scott’s ‘True Romance’ is a cult classic blend of crime and romance. The story is penned by Quentin Tarantino. It follows lovers Alabama Whitman (Patricia Arquette) and Clarence Worley (Christian Slater), who try to get rid of a bag of cocaine while making money, then escape to start a new life. They found the cocaine in Alabama’s pimp, Drexl’s (Gary Oldman) bag. With multiple people looking for the cocaine, including mobster Blue Lou Boyle’s consigliere Concotti (Christopher Walken), film producer/drug trafficker Lee Donowitz (Saul Rubinek), and a mysterious informant, the movie celebrates confusion, crime, and chaos in true Tarantino fashion. Pitt plays the role of Floyd, the roommate of Dick (Michael Rapaport), Clarence’s aspiring actor friend. You can watch the movie here.
2. Burn After Reading (2008)
Directed by the Coen Brothers, ‘Burn After Reading’ follows dimwits Chad Feldheimer (Brad Pitt) and Linda Litzke (Frances McDormand), who get their hands on a CD carrying what they think is classified CIA information. As they try to make money from it, they get pulled into a web of chaos involving a former CIA agent, Osbourne Cox (John Malkovich), his ex-wife, Katie, and married U.S. Marshal Harry Pfarrer, with whom Katie was having an affair. Amid secrets, lies, murder, and humor, ‘Burn After Reading’ becomes a star-studded black comedy that is a must-watch. It can be streamed here.
1. War Machine (2017)
Directed by David Michôd, ‘War Machine’ stars Brad Pitt as four-star General Glen McMahon, a successful and charismatic leader whose exceptional service in the Iraq War leads to the US government sending him to Afghanistan to assess the situation following eight years of war. Glen is tasked with preparing a strategic assessment so that the government can end the war in the country. However, even as he is surrounded by tired forces and disillusioned politicians, Glen believes that the war in Afghanistan can still be won. You can watch the satirical war comedy movie here.
You must be logged in to post a comment.