Robin Williams’ Best Roles In Recent Memory
Monday, October 18th, 2010This article will discuss the films and career of Robin Williams. Robin Willams got his big start on television, on the hit series Mork & Mindy from 1978 to 1982. After that, he established himself as one of the greatest comedians of his generation. He is an incredibly likable actor and has had some incredible films.
This article will take a look at some of the best Robin Williams films in his career.
The first movie that I will mention on this list is Mrs. Doubtfire. Other actors have tried to replicate the success that Robin Williams had dressing as a woman, but none have come close. Those who come to mind include Martin Lawrence in Big Momma’s House and John Travolta in Hairspray. Then again, both those movies were pretty successful.
Another movie that definitely has to be included on this list is Good Morning, Vietnam. This film was released in 1988 and directed by Barry Levinson, and features Williams as an unorthodox DJ who took control of the US armed forces radio station during the war.
Good Will Hunting very well might be Williams’ best role of his career. In this movie, he plays a psychologist who is the only person that is able to get through to Will Hunting, a genius who has gone down the wrong path. Matt Damon stars as the title character.
Another film that I would definitely say is one of my favorites starring Robin Williams is Hook. This Steven Spielberg directed adaptation of the Peter Pan story was wildly successful and my personal favorite of its kind. Dustin Hoffman is also great in this film as Captain Hook.
The final movie to make the list is One Hour Photo. I am including this movie because it is such a departure from any other type of Robin Williams role. It is sad, it is depressing and it is creepy. I liked it because it really helped showcase his talent and showed that there’s much more to him than funny jokes.
This was not an easy article to write, as most of Robin Williams’ movies are enjoyable.
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