Ben Affleck has had some highs and lows in the movie industry but is currently riding hide with successes like The Town and the Oscar winning Argo. Affleck is proving that he cannot only act but can write, direct and producer.
Affleck will now be taking the big screen as Batman in the upcoming Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice next year and is already planning to move forward starring in the upcoming Justice League film, the next few years are likely to busy for the Hollywood a-lister. Even with his commitment to Warner Bros. and D.C. Comics, Affleck found time to work with David Fincher in the upcoming film, Gone Girl.
TheCelebrityCafe.com is counting down the top ten Ben Affleck films. From The Sum of All Fears to the his latest Oscar winning film Argo, Affleck wants to prove that he can do it all in Hollywood, including playing one of the most famous comic book characters in history. Did your favorite Affleck film not make the list? Comment below and add your favorite.
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10. The Sum of All Fears
The Sum of All Fears was released back in 2002 and featured Affleck playing the iconic Tom Clancy character, Jack Ryan. Affleck delivered an amazing performance in this film adaption of the best-selling novel by Clancy.
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9. Pearl Harbor
This historical war drama featured Affleck and Josh Hartnett in the lead roles. The film moved audience and not many left without a few tears falling in the movie theater.
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8. Reindeer Games
Ben Affleck stared along side Charlize Theron in this intense drama, which became a quick fan favorite.
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7. Daredevil
Before the comic book movie genre had taken over the big screen and the box office, Daredevil was released. The film was not well received by fans but it did show that Affleck had a passion for comic books and helped him to land the role of Batman.
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6. He’s Just Not That Into You
Affleck has never been afraid to star in romantic comedies and his chemistry alongside Jennifer Aniston in He’s Just Not That Into You was a highlight in the film.
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5. Boiler Room
Boiler Room featured Affleck playing an over the top, greed hungry and fantastic character. This role also lead to one of Affleck’s most famous speeches in his film career.
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4. Armageddon
Armageddon was a big blockbuster popcorn film that had heart and passion behind it. That emotional connect that the audience felt for the film was brought out by Affleck’s performance in the film.
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3. Good Will Hunting
The film that started it all for Affleck and his friend Matt Damon was Good Will Hunting. The film was nominated for several Oscars including best picture. Damon and Affleck won for screen writing.
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2. The Town
IT was with the film The Town that Affleck started to transition his career into being both an actor and a direction. The film was highly regarded by critics and showed a new side to Affleck in the entertainment industry.
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1. Argo
Argo won best picture at the Oscars in 2013. The film featured Affleck in an undercover CIA mission. The movie was an intense thrill ride and it was no surprise that it took home the top honor of the night at the Oscars. Affleck proved once again that he can act, write and direct.