Jack Black has become one of the most reliable box office stars across movies in recent years, with titles he stars in making massive amounts of money and bringing in huge audiences. His rise to power should have been easier to predict; he's so lovable and the best part of many movies. But today, I wanted to go over the ten films I think are his best. Let's dive in. 1. School of Rock (2003)Director: Richard LinklaterWriter: Mike WhiteMan, if you're having a bad day, this is a great movie to watch. This film probably perfectly encapsulates Jack Black's persona. It has music and comedy and so much to cheer for. As the wannabe rockstar Dewey Finn, he cons his way into a substitute teaching gig and makes anyone watching the movie love music, especially rock and roll. The role earned him a Golden Globe nomination and cemented his status as a leading man.Filmmaking Lesson: Build the film around your star's unique strengths.2. High Fidelity (2000)Director: Stephen FrearsWriters: D.V. DeVincentis, Steve Pink, John Cusack, & Scott RosenbergI feel like this was the first role where Black really popped on screen, and he stole every scene he was in, and that was hard to do in this movie. He plays a hyper-opinionated and hilariously snobby record store employee who has no problem judging your taste. His passionate rendition of "Let's Get It On" might be the best part of that movie.Filmmaking Lesson: A memorable supporting character can elevate an entire film.3....
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