Ethan Hawke is one of the most versatile actors out there. I think he's been in every genre imaginable. And he's given amazing performances across all of them. Today, I wanted to go over the best Ethan Hawke movies. I wanted to celebrate an actor who I think has been so interesting for so long, and talk about some movies you may not have seen, as well. Let's dive in. 1. The "Before" Trilogy (1995, 2004, 2013)When it comes to Jesse and Céline, I see all three movies together. Before Sunrise, Before Sunset, and Before Midnight are not just standout films in Hawke's filmography, but are considered by many (including me!) to be one of the greatest cinematic trilogies of all time. Hawke's deeply personal and collaborative work with co-star Julie Delpy and director Richard Linklater earned them Oscar nominations for screenwriting, and I think they were robbed when it comes to acting. Hawke grounds Jesse with an unrelenting optimism and a beautiful heart. 2. Boyhood (2014)Another monumental collaboration with Richard Linklater. Boyhood was filmed over a 12-year period, allowing audiences to witness the literal and emotional growth of its characters. You see Hawke blaze through his 30s and become a father. There's so much nuance in this performance as you see him embrace being a better father. There's real poetry there. 3. First Reformed (2017)I think this movie is still underrated. It should have won Hawke every award possible. He plays a tormented Protestant minister facing a crisis of...
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