If there was ever an actor worthy of the distinction of "America's Sweetheart," it's Meg Ryan, who has been appearing in films since 1981. Effortlessly charming and with an often easygoing magnetism whenever she's on-screen, Ryan channels her natural talents effectively in romantic comedies and family-friendly fare. However, Ryan also possesses a much wider range than many give her credit for, delivering solid work in military dramas and character studies while occasionally branching out into hard science-fiction and fantasy.
Despite performing in dozens of film roles over the past 40-plus years, Ryan is one of her generation's more underrated actors. In fact, though millions of moviegoers adore her and her work, Ryan has yet to earn an Academy Award nomination of any kind. With that in mind, here are the 14 best Meg Ryan movies spanning her feature film career so far.
Top Gun (1986)
Just to clarify, the placement of "Top Gun...
Despite performing in dozens of film roles over the past 40-plus years, Ryan is one of her generation's more underrated actors. In fact, though millions of moviegoers adore her and her work, Ryan has yet to earn an Academy Award nomination of any kind. With that in mind, here are the 14 best Meg Ryan movies spanning her feature film career so far.
Top Gun (1986)
Just to clarify, the placement of "Top Gun...
- 4/30/2023
- by Samuel Stone
- Slash Film
Already missing Twitter trolling? Short on material to spark resentment since the midterm elections ended? Here’s a list that’ll get you in the Thanksgiving spirit. It’s not an exhaustive one, but if you really want to replicate the family feast experience, you can get liquored up and argue about it. There’s something here for every taste – even if your taste is on the “Dahmer” end of the spectrum.
“Home for the Holidays” (1995) Dylan McDermott and Holly Hunter liven up stuffy Cynthia Stevenson’s Thanksgiving in “Home for the Holidays” (Paramount)
More mischievous than mawkish, this minor masterpiece from director Jody Foster captures the spirit of family get-togethers and all their baggage. At her parents’ Baltimore home after losing her job and making out with her boss, Claudia (Holly Hunter) looks on as gay brother Tommy struggles to carve the turkey and launches it into the lap...
“Home for the Holidays” (1995) Dylan McDermott and Holly Hunter liven up stuffy Cynthia Stevenson’s Thanksgiving in “Home for the Holidays” (Paramount)
More mischievous than mawkish, this minor masterpiece from director Jody Foster captures the spirit of family get-togethers and all their baggage. At her parents’ Baltimore home after losing her job and making out with her boss, Claudia (Holly Hunter) looks on as gay brother Tommy struggles to carve the turkey and launches it into the lap...
- 11/24/2022
- by Mark Rahner
- The Wrap
Like many '60s rock stars, Jim Morrison lived fast, died young, and became a music icon. Known for his soothing voice, poetic lyrics, and public antics, The Doors' leadman was celebrated for pushing boundaries with his music and lyrics after bursting onto the rock scene in the late '60s. In addition to pushing boundaries on stage, Morrison exposed himself on stage, mocked concert audiences, and experimented with hard drugs. In 1971, "The Lizard King" joined the tragic 27 club when he died of heart failure in a french bathtub. It's suspected that drugs contributed to Morrison's death, but an autopsy wasn't performed.
Never one to shy away from a controversial event or character, Oliver Stone co-wrote and directed "The Doors," a biopic focused on Morrison and his chaotic life. After portraying an elite navy pilot in the '80s hit, "Top Gun," Val Kilmer grew his hair, slid into skintight leather pants,...
Never one to shy away from a controversial event or character, Oliver Stone co-wrote and directed "The Doors," a biopic focused on Morrison and his chaotic life. After portraying an elite navy pilot in the '80s hit, "Top Gun," Val Kilmer grew his hair, slid into skintight leather pants,...
- 9/27/2022
- by Christian Gainey
- Slash Film
Exclusive: The story of women including Angie Bowie and Jane Asher – those behind the scenes of some of music’s greatest icons – is being turned into a scripted narrative podcast series from the team behind Disgraceland and iHeartRadio.
Eleanor Wells, the filmmaker behind shorts films including The Harpist and Eagle Rock, is hosting About A Girl, which will chronicle the stories of the women who inspired, loved, supported, and challenged these artists.
The anthology series will highlight the stories of twelve women – in addition to Bowie and Asher, these will include Rita Marley and Pam Courson.
About A Girl comes from iHeart and music podcast company Double Elvis, which was co-founded by Jake Brennan, creator of Disgraceland and Brady Sadler. It produces series including Phil Spector series Blood On The Tracks and The 27 Club.
The series is distributed by the iHeartPodcast Network, with the first two episodes debuting November 30.
“The...
Eleanor Wells, the filmmaker behind shorts films including The Harpist and Eagle Rock, is hosting About A Girl, which will chronicle the stories of the women who inspired, loved, supported, and challenged these artists.
The anthology series will highlight the stories of twelve women – in addition to Bowie and Asher, these will include Rita Marley and Pam Courson.
About A Girl comes from iHeart and music podcast company Double Elvis, which was co-founded by Jake Brennan, creator of Disgraceland and Brady Sadler. It produces series including Phil Spector series Blood On The Tracks and The 27 Club.
The series is distributed by the iHeartPodcast Network, with the first two episodes debuting November 30.
“The...
- 11/23/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
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