Top 10 most impressive films of Oscar actor Eddie Redmayne
Eddie Redmayne is a famous British actor fondly called "Oscar actor". The actor born in 1982 became globally famous when he played Stephen Hawking in the movie "The Theory of Everything" in 2019. 2014. This role brought him the prestigious Academy Award for Best Actor and the Golden Globe Award. Since then, Redmayne has attracted public attention and is one of the famous young actors After the success of "The Theory of Everything", Eddie Redmayne continues to show his talent through the role of leader fighting for the rights of magicians Newt Scamander in the series "Fantastic Beasts". and Where to Find Them" (2016), followed by "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" (2018). To know more great movies by Eddie Redmayne, join Topshare to explore some compiled movie information. If so, please refer to below!
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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016)
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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is the opening film for the prequel series in the magical world of Harry Potter, based on the book of the same name by writer J.K. Rowling.
The film is set in 1926, when wizard Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) comes to New York with the goal of researching and protecting magical animals around the world. In an unfortunate incident, animals escape from Newt's magical suitcase and start causing trouble in the city. Newt begins a quest to find them, in the process, he meets new friends and discovers a dark conspiracy in the wizarding world.
In New York, Newt befriends Jacob (Dan Fogler), who often accidentally becomes a witness to events related to the magical world. Along with Tina (Katherine Waterston), who works for the wizarding authority, and Tina's sister Queenie (Alison Sudol), the four must work together to stop a plot that threatens both the wizarding and Muggle worlds. .
Release date: November 18, 2016
Genre: Fantasy/Adventure
Director: David Yates
Cast: Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler, Alison Sudol, Ezra Miller, Samantha Morton, Jon Voight
IMDb score: 7.2/10
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The Danish Girl (2015)
The Danish Girl is based on the life of Lili Elbe, the first transgender woman in history to have sex reassignment surgery.
The film follows the life of Einar Wegener (Eddie Redmayne), a Danish painter in the 1920s, and his journey as he discovers and expresses himself as a woman. After accidentally trying on his wife's (Alicia Vikander) dress, Einar feels the freedom and great contrast between makeup, disguise and his previous idyllic life. Gradually, he began to change to live under the name Lili Elbe.
Lili Elbe's life from learning about herself, to facing opposition from society and receiving support from famous painter Gerda has created emotionally complex situations. Lili finally decided to have her first gender reassignment surgery, even though it was very dangerous at the time, to be herself.
The film shows Lili's struggle to find herself, facing difficulties and challenges in honor, love and society. It also focuses on the complex relationship between Lili and her wife Gerda, their emotions, feelings and bond in accepting and supporting each other.
Release date: November 27, 2015
Genre: Drama/Romance
Director: Tom Hooper
Cast: Eddie Redmayne, Alicia Vikander, Ben Whishaw, Sebastian Koch, Amber Heard, Matthias Schoenaerts
IMDb score: 7.1/10
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The Theory of Everything (2014)
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The Theory of Everything is a film based on the life of famous physicist Stephen Hawking and the touching love story with his wife, Jane Hawking.
The film begins with Stephen Hawking (Eddie Redmayne), a talented student at Cambridge University, meeting literary girl Jane Wilde (Felicity Jones) and creating a famous love affair. However, Stephen's life turned upside down when he was diagnosed with ALS syndrome, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, which seriously affects movement. Even though his illness became more severe and his ability to move decreased, Stephen continued to make efforts to research the origin of the universe as well as devote himself to his passion for physics.
While Stephen faced difficulties and his body weakened, Jane gradually became his caregiver and supported him in his fight against illness. They continued life like other normal families, gave birth to three beautiful children and tried to overcome all difficulties. However, while Stephen achieves great success in the field of research, the relationship between the two begins to experience challenges with the appearance of a new companion.
Release date: November 7, 2014
Genre: Romance/Drama
Director: James Marsh
Actors: Eddie Redmayne, Felicity Jones
IMDb score: 7.7/10
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Les Misérables (2013)
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Les Misérables is based on the musical of the same name by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, inspired by the novel of the same name by Victor Hugo. The film recreates the lives of many characters during the French Revolution and the struggles for love, redemption and freedom.
The plot revolves around Jean Valjean (Hugh Jackman), a man sentenced to 19 years in prison for stealing bread to save a starving baby. After being released, Valjean changed his name and started a new life, becoming a successful businessman. But Inspecteur Javert (Russell Crowe), Valjean's warden in prison, constantly hunts him because he does not believe he has reformed.
Meanwhile, a young woman named Fantine (Anne Hathaway) has to leave her daughter, Cosette (Amanda Seyfried), in an orphanage because she cannot afford to care for her. She worked in harsh environments and eventually became a sex worker to support her daughter. Before dying, Fantine asked Valjean to take care of Cosette and help the baby escape a life of suffering.
With a noble heart, Valjean raised Cosette to be a good person and created a sacred father-daughter relationship. The two lived in seclusion to avoid Javert's pursuit. When the revolutionary period broke out, Cosette and Valjean were involved in many different events related to demanding equal rights for people.
The film follows many characters with distinct destinies during the French Revolution, bringing a message of human love, sacrifice and the fight for justice and freedom.
Release date: January 11, 2013
Genre: Music/Drama
Director: Tom Hooper
Cast: Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried, Eddie Redmayne, Helena Bonham Carter
IMDb score: 7.5/10
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My Week with Marilyn (2011)
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My Week with Marilyn is based on the memoir of the same name by Colin Clark, about the time he worked on the set of the 1957 movie The Prince and the Showgirl and had a memorable week with Marilyn Monroe.
The plot revolves around Colin Clark (Eddie Redmayne), a young man who is passionate about cinema and wishes to work in the industry. He had the opportunity to work in the production team of director Laurence Olivier (Kenneth Branagh) in the movie The Prince and the Showgirl, in which Marilyn Monroe (Michelle Williams) participated in the female lead role. During this time, Marilyn was an international star sought after by many people.
While working together, Colin quickly became Marilyn's sympathetic friend and helped her escape Olivier's oppression. They spend an exciting and unforgettable week as Colin helps Marilyn find temporary relief from her frustrating and stressful life.
Release date: November 23, 2011
Genre: Drama/History
Director: Simon Curtis
Cast: Michelle Williams, Kenneth Branagh, Eddie Redmayne, Dominic Cooper, Julia Ormond, Zoë Wanamaker
IMDb score: 6.9/10
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