Edward Norton is a man who has done all kinds of movies in his career. He started at a very young age, yes he still looks very young, and he has played different characters which are amazing. His filmography is very interesting and it is not easy to pick our best movies but we have tried.
Edward Norton has been there playing roles which make him reliable for quite some time now. He is known among the fans for his intense performances and ability to disappear into his roles. It is safe to claim that Norton has delivered some truly memorable performances over his career. Let’s talk about his best movies.
Okay, we are not going to talk about this one. You should not too. In this, Norton plays an unnamed narrator who is disillusioned with his white-collar job and consumer-driven lifestyle. Dorected by David Fincher, it has Norton in his breakthrough role as he forms an underground fight club withTyler Durden played by Brad Pitt. The film go beyond the ordinary to explore consumerism and Edward played a role which is still relatable to many.
Over the years, the film has become a cult classic known for its provocative themes and twist ending and Norton has become everyone’s favourite. Norton's performance as the narrator is compelling and nuanced and you feel connected to him from the first scene itself.
A movie that established Norton in his early days as a dependable actor is this one. Norton was still a teenager when he played Aaron Stampler a shy altar boy accused of shooting an archbishop. The movie is known as one of the best thrillers of all time with a twisted ending but the role played by Norton captivates audience and pushes them to shock. It is interesting to note that is was Norton’s debut film performance and it earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. His portrayal of Aaron is gripping, and unforgettable to this date.
The character of the film is a magician in turn-of-the-century Vienna who uses his skills to win back his childhood love, Sophie, played by Jessica Biel. For such an interesting and complex character, you need someone who can play it with nuance and Norton does just that. The film is all about romance, mystery, and magic and Norton’s portrayal of Eisenheim is captivating, bringing a sense of likeability and depth to the character.
Norton in a Wes Anderson movie, that’s the dream for film buffs. In Moonrise Kingdom, Norton plays Scout Master Ward and he takes the character to the next level with his acting skills. The film follows the adventures of two young lovers who run away from their New England town. The theme is similar but acting and direction made it a great movie to watch.
This one is a very famous comedy-drama featuring Norton as Henckels, a military officer. The film tells the story of Gustave H., a concierge who teams up with a lobby boy to prove his innocence. In this Norton’s role is small but is memorable. A good actor can make any role beautiful and his fits perfectly within the film’s narrative.
There are so many movies that we have not included in the list including Birdman and it only shows Edward Norton’s versatility and dedication to his craft.
