BEST PERFORMANCES, DISTURBING FILMS
There have been a few phenomenal and mesmerizing performances that have stayed with me for years. Some have been recognized during award season, and others have somehow flown under the radar. Cate Blanchett in Elizabeth. Edward Norton in American History X. Hilary Swank in Boys Don’t Cry. Charlize Theron in Monster. Ryan Gosling in The Believer. Kate Winslet in Heavenly Creatures. I also love when the chemistry of an entire ensemble cast comes to life onscreen (Magnolia, The Hours, and Closer, to name a few).
The most disturbing movies I’ve ever seen are also a select few I will never watch again. This short list includes Kids and Requiem for a Dream. There are others, and I will expand upon this at a later date.