Arnav Srivastav
Robin Wright is an American actress most recognizable for her role as Claire Underwood in ‘House of Cards’. Wright has been a part of the industry for more than two decades now. Her absorbing style and a charismatic personality often make her performances enjoyable and deeply meaningful. Still devoid of Academy awards or nominations, Wright’s popularity stems from her fearless and endearing presence on screen, something which she makes her characters full of. Here is the list of top 12 Robin Wright movies and TV shows. Happy reading!
12. Santa Barbara (1984-93)
Chic television shows with engaging storylines are a thing of the past. ‘Santa Barbara’ certainly was one of those TV shows and was extremely popular the time it aired. The unique styling of the show boils down to its longevity and seemingly temporary nature. The killing of Chaplin Jr. is the central plot around which other incidents revolve. A noticeable feature of the soap opera was its frightful and cheap suspense which involved every character under allegations for the murder. The changing cast kept things fresh and made the show a memorable one for all its audience.
11. Everest (2015)
‘Everest’ should be a benchmark for films depicting natural and man-made disasters. It doesn’t overdramatize its typically cliched settings and never compels itself to fork out happening moments. The thrill and excitement lie in its silences, which fill the cleverly and sincerely written screenplay. Two charismatic leaders lead their groups to overcome the highest pinnacle in the world. Their contrasting styles and temperament result in a competition which has devastating results. The beautiful cinematography and the heart-rendering performances make sure we feel the full effect of its disastrous and melancholic tale.
10. The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo (2011)
Mikael Blomkvist is a besmirched journalist, having fallen from the public eye and fired from his job following his overstretched case against industrialist Hans-Erik Wennerström. He finds an unexpected friend in the form of Henrik Vanger, who assigns him a special task of solving a murder in her family that has long rested unsolved. ‘The Girl With a Dragon Tattoo’ draws as an equal matchup to its brilliantly imaginative Swedish predecessor and adds to the mix a stunningly perverse and ingenious Rooney Mara.
9. Nine Lives (2005)
As the title suggests, ‘Nine Lives’ traverses the story of nine independent women who have their own personal challenges in dealing with life and various people who come across. The film boasts of an envious and exorbitantly talented cast with names like Holly Hunter, Robin Wright, and Glenn Close. Its narrative is carefully constructed with a tenuous emphasis on details. Rodrigo Garcia, the son of novelist Gabriel Garcia Marquez, impresses with his third film, successfully immersing us in his deft and layered universe of colorful and likable characters to come ashore wth the harsh difficulties of life.
8. Moll Flanders (1996)
I rate ‘Moll Flanders’ as one of Wright’s best performance. The vulnerable way in which she captured the character was a cathartic experience to have. Without having a reference point to base Moll around, Wright triumphed with a characteristically well-rounded and specific study of the beloved character. Moll Flanders is put under the care of a nun after her mother is executed and father absconds when alleged off theft. The abusive pastor forces the young Moll to rebel and act out against the society and eventually give herself to prostitution. Life gives her a second chance when a kind servant takes interest in her predicaments and tires to help her lead a dignified life.
7. Wonder Woman (2017)
It wouldn’t be an overstatement to say ‘Wonder Woman’ was a legitimate candidate for the Best Picture category. The Patty Jenkins helmed superhero movie featured for the first time a female lead who clearly overtook her much-celebrated male counterparts in terms of popularity and impact on screen. ‘Wonder Woman’ sees the birth of the titular character, who before this, was Diana, the princess of the Amazons. A spirited warrior, Diana meets an American pilot from whom she learns about the conflicts raging outside her world. Fighting alongside men in a war to end all wars, she finally discovers her full powers and true destiny. In a lot of senses, the journey of Gal Gadot and Wonder Woman resembles each other. The incredibly made movie just gets better with Gadot in the main role and is successful in bringing out the best from her.
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6. Moneyball (2011)
Bennet Miller has gradually evolved into a respected and unique filmmaker over the years with a selected filmography that includes movies like ‘Capote’, ‘Foxcather’, and ‘Moneyball’. The last one concerns itself with Billy Beane, GM of Oakland Athletics. He joins forces with Peter Brand, a Yale graduate, to challenge old-school selection methods and reinvent his team using a never-before-used sabermetric model. Written with an unflinching loyalty to the original story, ‘Moneyball’ wonderfully manages to retain the authenticity and charm of the true story and renders an important and complete theatrical experience. And boy, can Brad Pitt act. Some people are perfect after all.
5. Blade Runner 2049 (2017)
I still pull my hair out as to make of Dennis Villeneuve’s surprise elusion from the Best Director nominees at the 90th Academy Awards. ‘Blade Runner 2049’ is a kind of film that will be remembered and talked about for the next 50 years. The film assumes the status of a masterpiece the moment it starts. Villeneuve successfully immerses us in his dystopian future setting which is an exaggerated version of our current society. Officer K continues his hunt for Replicants under new leadership. He unearths a potentially dangerous and infallible mystery that will incite rebellions and require humanity to come together and fight for the greater good. Its stunning cinematography should finally win Deakins the Oscar after thirteen failed attempts. It’s as complete as a movie can be made.
4. The Princess Bride (1987)
‘The Princess Bride’ takes shape in the form of a bedtime fable told by a grandfather to his sick grandson. Buttercup is a beautiful young woman who lives an idyllic life on her farm. She falls in love with Westley, her farmhand, and the two decide to marry. But before Westley can come back with money to support them, his ship gets attacked and he is presumed dead. Years later Buttercup forcibly marries Prince Humperdinck, but before that happens, she is kidnapped. A familiar friend comes to the rescue as Buttercup flees with him to a land far away. The film’s visual style and captivating writing are enough to make us stayed glued to the screen. The performances and the happy ending amplify the effect the film has and make it a well-rounded effort.
3. A Most Wanted Man (2014)
Gunther Bachmann runs a covert operation in Hamburg which filters out people who have ties with radical Muslim organizations. The presence of the American authorities piques the interest in Issa Karpov, a political refugee from Chechnya who has been tortured by Russian security forces. As Bachmann trails him and a philanthropist Dr. Abdullah, the city erupts in turmoil and leaves him and his team helpless. The languid pace of the narrative feigns a deeply layered and intelligent plot that unwinds in the most spectacular and despairing way in the climax. Stunning portrayals from Hoffman, Wright, and Dafoe amplifies a well-made and highly volatile crime-drama that ranks as one of the best of the years gone by.
2. Forrest Gump (1994)
Forrest Gump is a different kid who has a speech impediment and therefore is slow in conversations. Bullied right from his childhood, Gump finds a friend and protector in the form of Jenny. As they grow up, they go their own separate ways. Gump joins the army and becomes a decorated war veteran and returns a hero, where he is reunited with Jenny. The two eventually realize their love for each other after Gump runs non-stop and almost starts a cult. The film’s fervent sense of humanity and Gump’s beguiling innocence win over with effortless ease and makes this film one of the greatest films ever made. Tom Hanks and Robin Wright give career-best performances and evoke a tale of passion and that of jarred satisfaction in life.
1. House of Cards (2013-)
There’s not much to say really about ‘House of Cards’. Frank Underwood is a power-hungry and ruthless politician who will do anything it takes to reach the top. Along with his ambitious and like-minded wife Claire, Frank envisions an “America Underwood.” Pacey’s sudden fall from grace is unfortunate but means an opportunity for Wright to grab all the highlights and put an end to the much-loved show on a high.
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