Joey Magidson
Michael Fassbender is the sort of A-list actor who you just want to see in pretty much anything. Whether it’s a big blockbuster, prestige drama, independent film, or a silly comedy, he has the chops to ace it. One look at his resume showcases movies of all shapes and sizes. So, with his latest outing in Black Bag about to hit theaters, it felt like a great time to go ahead and rank his best work to date.
In my review here of Black Bag, I had the following to say about Fassbender, alongside co-star Cate Blanchett:
Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender are movie stars and waltz through this picture in such a way. This is a pleasant experience, watching them just have fun with the witty dialogue and stylish settings. Neither is being asked to stretch too far, but they know the assignments and ace them with a fair amount of ease. They’re best in show
Below, you can see how Fassbender stacks up for me. I’m partial to Shame and Steve Jobs as the pinnacle of his performances, though you may feel differently. There’s also lesser seen gems like Fish Tank and Hunger, as well as bigger efforts like 12 Years a Slave and Inglourious Basterds. No matter how you slice it, one thing is for sure. Fassbender is a tremendously talented actor, one who likely is not far off from winning an Oscar.
Here now is my ranking of the best Michael Fassbender performances so far. Behold:
Honorable Mention: A Dangerous Method, The Light Between Oceans, Macbeth, and Prometheus
10. Next Goal Wins
9. Frank
8. Black Bag
7. The Killer
6. 12 Years a Slave
5. Fish Tank
4. Inglourious Basterds
3. Hunger
2. Steve Jobs
1. Shame
What is your favorite Michael Fassbender performance? Let us know!
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