Charlize Theron is one of cinema's most eclectic stars - she can do comedy, action, drama, and even horror and excel at all of them. With the arrival of her latest comedy "Long Shot," I took a look at my five personal favorite Charlize Theron films.
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#5
Tully
Taking a look at the ups and downs of motherhood, Charlize Theron stars as Marlo, a mother of three who faces a crisis of her own as she feels unable to cope with everything, until a young night nurse named Tully comes into her life and helps her with more than taking care of the newborn baby. Theron sheds her natural good looks and tones down her sexual appeal, and gives her most natural performance as an average mother who feels lost in a sea of responsibilities.
#4
Atomic Blonde
Theron can play any role, but it's action that she's most known for, and "Atomic Blonde" proves why. Playing an MI6 agent tasked with taking down a spy ring during the end of the Cold War, Theron proves that action isn't just for the boys, as director David Leitch (who also helped direct Keanu Reeves in "John Wick") gives Theron several amazing set pieces to work off of (including an epic battle on a stairwell), and she also uses her natural charm and acting ability to make it more than just a brainless action-adventure.
#3
Kubo & the Two Strings
Lending her voice to Laika's timeless underrated gem, "Kubo & the Two Strings" is heightened by Theron's performance of a monkey statue brought to life to aid young Kubo in finding his father's armor to protect him from his evil relatives. Theron balances stern motherly advice with fierce prowess (with some humor mixed in between) to give another unforgettable performance, and even though we don't see her on screen, it's obvious as to who voices this powerful monkey.
#2
Mad Max: Fury Road
It takes a lot to pull the spotlight off a title character, but that's exactly what Charlize Theron does in the long-awaited sequel to the "Mad Max" saga. Playing the fierce Imperator Furiosa, Theron enlists Max's help in taking down a post-apocalyptic tyrannical leader and also protect the women she rescued from his clutches. Theron gives another strong performance and once again proves that she's one of this generation's biggest action stars.
#1
Monster
An almost unrecognizable Charlize Theron portrays the real-life serial killer Aileen Wuornos in such a powerful, memorable way that she easily won an Academy Award for her efforts. Her face is disguised by impressive makeup, yet you can't disguise the natural talent she possesses as she gives a chilling, unnerving, unflinching performance that'll be remembered for decades to come.
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