When Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie teamed up together on screen in Mr. and Mrs. Smith the chemistry between the two was instant on screen and off. Since then, the duo has been partners in life and seen all around the world working on different philanthropy projects and raising their family. It has now been announced that the two wed in a secret ceremony.
Pitt is known for his work on and off screen in Hollywood. He most recently produced the Best Picture 12 Years a Slave, but his work stretches back to 1988 and even earlier in roles on television. Pitt has the acting abilities and personality to make him an international superstar.
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In honor of their recent wedding, TheCelebrityCafe.com is counting down the top ten Brad Pitt films. From his iconic role in Fight Club to his unforgettable role in rewriting history with Inglourious Basterds, Pitt is a mainstay as one of the top actors in Hollywood. Did your favorite Pitt film not make the list? Comment below and add your favorite.
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10. World War Z
World War Z featured Pitt trying to save the world from a zombie apocalypse that has taken over the globe in a rapid fashion. The film had lots of issues before it was released in theaters but the final product impressed fans and Pitt shined in the title role. He was able to show off his action skills and save the world all in under three hours.
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9. 12 Years A Slave
Pitt not only starred in 12 Years A Slave but was on the team that helped bring this film to life and to the big screen. Even though his role in the film is minor, it helps to tell this incredibly powerful and emotional story. With Pitt being behind the project, it helped to move things forward and this story won Best Picture at the Oscars this year.
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8. Troy
Pitt took on a historical role when he joined the cast of Troy. He played Achilles in his epic retelling of Greek history. Pitt starred alongside Eric Bana and Orlando Bloom.
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7.Ocean’s Eleven
Ocean's Eleven featured a who's who of Hollywood, which included Matt Damon, Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Julia Roberts, Casey Affleck, Bernie Mac and Andy Garcia. The comedy between Clooney and Pitt seemed as though their friendship in real life was coming across on screen.
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6. Inglourious Basterds
Pitt teamed up with Quentin Tarantino to rewrite history and kill Nazis. The film was over the top, violent and everything fans love about the unique directing style Tarantino brings to the screen. Pitt helped make the movie such a success because of his role as Lt. Aldo Raine, accent and all.
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5. Fight Club
Fight Club featured a younger Pitt in this mind-bending story which also featured Edward Norton. Pitt impressed as the iconic fictional character Tyler Durden. Fans have to watch the movie through to the end to truly appreciate the performance given by Pitt as Durden. The one rule about Fight Club is that after audiences saw the film, they kept talking about Fight Club.
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4. Moneyball
Moneyball was an another Oscar-nominated film and role for Pitt. Pitt impressed with his subtle performance in this film and helped audiences connect to the movie, which becomes a lot more than just a baseball movie.
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3. Se7en
Se7en featured Pitt along with Morgan Freeman, Kevin Spacey and Gwyneth Paltrow. The film was directed by David Fincher and was released back in 1995.
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2. Legends of the Fall
Legends of the Fall has become a huge fan favorite of Pitt’s work because it is often replayed on television channels. The story was powerful and Pitt’s performance captured the audience every time he was on screen.
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1. Thelma & Louise
Thelma & Louise featured a very young, and very handsome Brad Pitt in one of his early roles in a major feature film. The movie featured Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis in the main roles but Pitt stole the film with his role. The rest as they say, is Hollywood history.