I've added a new list to the side of actors I think should definitely win Oscars one day. Let me know of additions or contradictions to my list!!! Just so you know, I have back-up arguments for each!!!
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I have a problem with Tom Cruise. Like you said, I think he's a movie star, but he doesn't fit in with the others on the list as deserving an Oscar. He should be on the list with Kevin Costner, Keanu Reeves and Bruce Willis. I'm sorry, but Brad Pitt should be in this group as well.
You have left out one name that you have admitted is an excellent actor, Casey Affleck.
Paul Bettany - this guy just needs the right project. He's made some bad choices but really has the talent.
James Macavoy - might actually be the first of this group to win one. He's had an amazing body of work the last 5 years.
Tom Cruise - laugh all you want, his roles in Magnolia, Jerry Mcguire (and others!) are still awesome. If he can stay off the radar pubicly for a while he's still definitely a "movie star."
Brad Pitt - I know, I know ... Mr. Pretty Boy, but his acting chops cannot be denied. Snatch, Seven, The Assasinationj of Jesse James..., Babel. He has a lot more depth than people give him credit for.
Robert Downey, Jr. - I have loved him since his 80s movies! He really has turned it around for himself and made some great choices recently. Kiss, Kiss, Bang, Bang was hilarious! Hopefully, Iron Man will send some scripts his way.
Johnny Depp - love him because he has always done exactly what he wants to do. He could have gone all pretty boy but has made some bold movie choices. A multiple nominee, it's only a matter of time.
Christian Bale - ever since I saw American Psycho I have loved this guy. Really, even since Empire of the Sun. If Stephen Spielberg saw something when he was a kid, you know he has to be good!
Edward Norton - this guy gives some intense performances. He seems to totally become whatever character he is playing. I don't think I've ever seen one of his movies that I have not liked.
Ryan Gosling - he gives some of the most subtle, emotional performances I've ever seen. Half Nelson, Lars and the Real Girl, even The Notebook... you totally feel this guys pain!
As most of you know, I'm the mom of the Turner family in Tennessee. Our family includes husband, John and kids, Michelle, Rachel, and Stephen. We also have two doggies, Spencer and Bella!
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I have a problem with Tom Cruise. Like you said, I think he's a movie star, but he doesn't fit in with the others on the list as deserving an Oscar. He should be on the list with Kevin Costner, Keanu Reeves and Bruce Willis. I'm sorry, but Brad Pitt should be in this group as well.
You have left out one name that you have admitted is an excellent actor, Casey Affleck.
R&D
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