Ryan Gosling He has starred in great films that have been highly recognized in the history of cinema. The actor has stood out for playing characters with different personalities and for the enormous charisma he exudes.
His last film was Barbiethe highest-grossing feature film of 2023 with $1,441,820,453 internationally, which is 1,341,598,730.87 euros; according to data collected by Box Office Mojo. A cinematographic work that will probably boost his career even more in the coming years.
From funny comedies to full-blown dramas, the actor’s filmography has spanned an impressive variety of genres.
Barbie
- Year: 2023
- Director: Greta Gerwig
- Distribution: Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, Issa Rae
- Note in IMDb: 6’9
- You can see it here
Barbie lives happily in the doll universe, but one day she begins to question certain things and decides to travel to the real world, where she discovers that here women do not have a dominant position over men.
As assumed by the premise, Barbie It is a feminist film that portrays patriarchal society and a certain toxic masculinity of men. Ryan Gosling He does a great job as Ken, showing someone with different layers of depth.
First Man
The actor does a masterful job of conveying the emotional side of the protagonist, as well as giving that touch of naturalness and coherence to his development. It is very easy to empathize with him because he is intimate.
First Man follows astronaut Neil Armstrong on his mission to travel to the Moon. However, the film teaches much more than that by presenting his engaging biography.
Blade Runner 2049
The Tyrell Corporation has been purchased by businessman Niander Wallace, who will attempt to create a new series of more obedient replicants while the old models are discarded.
On this occasion, Ryan Gosling He doesn’t play the central figure of the plot, but he does play someone important in Blade Runner 2049: one of the androids. His expression alone conveys much more than other actors with many lines of dialogue.
The city of stars. La La Land
- Year: 2016
- Director: Damien Chazelle
- Distribution: Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Rosemarie DeWitt
- Note in IMDb: 8
- You can see it here
In The city of stars. La La LandGosling showed his musical talents. Here we see a very good chemistry with Emma Stone, being one of the best relationships ever seen in cinema. In addition, his character is very charismatic.
The film centers on two young people who are looking to make a career in Hollywood. Mia wants to be an actress, but works as a waitress; meanwhile, Sebastian plays the piano in bars.
Two good guys
- Year: 2016
- Director: Shane Black
- Distribution: Russell Crowe, Ryan Gosling, Angourie Rice
- Note in IMDb: 7’4
- You can see it here
Detectives investigate the disappearance of a girl and the death of a porn actress. Two good guys takes place in the 1970s.
The person played by the actor is clumsy, but charming. He is the researcher Holland March. The actor knows how to give him those humorous touches to make it fun and unique.
The Big Short
- Year: 2015
- Director: Adam McKay
- Distribution: Christian Bale, Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling
- Note in IMDb: 7’8
- You can see it in Netflix and Amazon Prime Video
Gosling He acts great as a stockbroker giving an interesting style to Venett. A. with his direct narration to the camera. In short, he has a good presence.
The Big Short It is set in the 1960s. Four investors go against the grain after making a risky investment.
Drive
- Year: 2011
- Director: Nicolas Winding Refn
- Distribution: Ryan Gosling, Carey Mulligan, Bryan Canston
- Note in IMDb: 7’8
- You can see it here
One of the most important films of the actor’s professional career, who manages to communicate his emotions with the tone of his dialogues, his expressions and even his body language. Something difficult to do considering the complexity of his character.
Drive It focuses on a stunt driver who is a night-time chauffeur for criminals. He must elude a detective who is chasing him.
Crazy, Stupid, Love
His performance is full of funny and comedic moments, much farther removed from his more serious performances.
Crazy, Stupid, Love tells the story of a middle-aged husband whose life takes a turn when his wife asks for a divorce. Thanks to his friend Jacob, he learns how to flirt. Far from glorifying certain toxic acts, the truth is that its intention is to satirize masculinity.
The Ides of March
- Year: 2011
- Director: George Clooney
- Distribution: Paul Giamatti, George Clooney, Philip Sheymour Hoffman
- Note in IMDb: 7’1
- You can see it here
His role as a political strategist suits him perfectly. He knows how to bring excellent depth to his personality. Ryan Gosling He shows that he can handle himself well in tense and emotional dialogues.
The Ides of March revolves around one of the employees of an electoral campaign who must take an intensive course in dirty play.
Blue Valentine
- Year: 2010
- Director: Derek Cianfrance
- Distribution: Ryan Gosling, Michelle Williams, John Doman
- Note in IMDb: 7’3
- You can see it here
A powerful and impressive performance because he manages to convey feelings effectively, thus creating a truly credible character. On the other hand, he manages to give the audience a charming relationship. Although obviously Michelle Williams also plays an important role in making this happen.
Blue Valentine It alternates between different periods of a marriage. At a certain point, things start to get complicated. Despite this, they will try to continue with the relationship.
Lars and a real girl
- Year: 2007
- Director: Craig Gillespie
- Distribution: Ryan Gosling, Emiliy Mortimer, Paul Schneider
- Note in IMDb: 7’3
At first glance it may seem like an absurd comedy, but Lars and a real girl It has a really sad plot. It explores the life of a lonely man who has a doll as a companion.
The viewer easily connects with Lars, who, apart from having social and psychological problems, shows a clear sensitivity. It is not easy to approach this interpretation so majestically because of how witty it can be to carry a doll everywhere, but Ryan Gosling does so in spectacular fashion.
As the film progresses, the audience will learn why Lars is the way he is and will be deeply moved by him. This is one of those films that will touch your heart.
Half Nelson
- Year: 2006
- Director: Ryan Fleck
- Distribution: Ryan Gosling, Anthony Mackie, Shareeka Epps
- Note in IMDb: 7’1
- You can see it here
Half Nelson It stars a drug-addicted high school teacher from Brooklyn who befriends one of his students, who has a brother in prison for drug trafficking. The teacher will try to overcome his drug addiction during the development of the film.
Here the actor manages to convey the vulnerability and fragility of the protagonist. That touch of humanity that the character has is achieved by knowing how to communicate the problems he suffers on screen.
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