Ryan Reynolds
Very much the man of the moment, Ryan Reynolds is stealing the show as anti-hero Deadpool, however not everything this actor touches turns to gold. But that aside he has given us some fine films, so now is the time to review the record of what he has achieved.
There will be arguments to this I know, but I am going with films that I believe he put in a top notch performance.
6. The Croods
A bit of a cop out I know putting an animated film on the list, but I have to admit I really enjoyed the movie, but then again I am a bit of an Emma Stone fan like most people. But Ryan Reynolds has a really good recognizable voice that lends itself well to the animated genre especially when it's a smart mouth charmer like Guy. A very appropriate choice for a male love interest that woman will love and fathers will detest.
Ryan's voice and mannerisms worked well in the part and I couldn't fault him for his contribution, so there it is number 6 on list.
5. Waiting
This film grossed me out to my very soul and I am now unlikely to ever send back food in a restaurant again. Ryan Reynolds character Monty provided that respite from complete madness having at least one semi-normal person in the joint, however his propensity to justify sex with minors is a little disturbing.
Altogether a funny and enjoyable if not disturbing film, a fun flick to watch and a worthy contender for the list at number 5.
4. Definitely Maybe
Before we had 'How I met your Mother' we had the film 'Definitely Maybe,' with Ryan playing the male lead Will, father of a young daughter destined for therapy, who is badgered into telling the story of how he met her now estranged mother. In a strange turn of events he chooses to tell her his whole back story which includes three attractive women and he has changed there names so his daughter can't figure out who her mother is until the end.
In the end it's actually quite a sweet film, far too much detail is given to the young daughter that isn't really required, but allows Ryan the opportunity to play different ages with strange haircuts. I liked the film overall and would definitely maybe have it on the list.
3. Van Wilder: Party Liaison
The first film I ever became aware of Ryan Reynolds in, my first thoughts were 'ah, he's like a young Chevy Chase.' Taking on the part as Van Wilder, he is the king of Coolidge College, the man everyone goes to when they need hooked-up, the reason he is so well connected is that he has been at the College for about 8 years refusing to graduate. After he is cut off by his father he pays his tuition by throwing kick ass parties for anyone who can pay whilst catching the attention of a beautiful journalist for the school paper, played by Tara Reid.
The film is an obvious funny frolic, with nothing overly original going on, but it will keep you laughing from start to finish, a well deserved number 3 on the list.
2. Deadpool
I know a surprise that this is only number 2, but still a fine placing for the anti-hero movie. Ryan Reynolds is brilliant at his portrayal of the profanity ridden Merc with a Mouth. Although a bit hard-core for the missus it was a really well put together production, however I was happy to the ten kids that had got into the movie somehow marched out before the picture started. The graphic sex scenes between Reynolds and his on screen love interest Morena Baccarin were more humorous than nasty (and I must say, any guy not ok with seeing Inara from Firefly showing some flesh, needs to leave this blog). I enjoyed the action, the sex, the innuendo, the humour, the breaking down of the 4th wall and all the naughty Easter eggs.
Deadpool helped to show that it was not Reynolds fault that the Wolverine Origins version was not his fault. Deadpool will be back for a sequel, lets just hope they don't ruin it by going too over the top.
1. Just Friends
We have all been there, that girl that friend-zoned us in high school, all you ever wanted to do was show her how awesome you really were. That dream of going off and making something of yourself so she would realise her mistake, we that's what Chris Brander (aka Reynolds) tried to do in this slapstick comedy. Unfortunately as with all best laid plans, nothing quite happens as he would want it to. So many funny moments in the film it's hard to keep track, brilliant performances by Reynolds, Anna Faris, Amy Smart and Chris Marquette.
If you are wondering why this film takes the number one spot from Deadpool then I would ask you to turn your attention to Reynolds in a fat suit singing I swear and Anna Faris with the toothpaste. I rest my case.
I hope you like my selections, if you don't and want to suggest something different, then that's what the comments are for.
