Edward John David “Eddie” Redmayne is an actor from Westminster, London. She began her stage career and began appearing in a television series in 1998. In 2006, she began her foray into the big screen with supporting roles before starting to advance her career by becoming a protagonist.
One of his works that attracted the most attention was when he starred in the biopic of the most famous scientist, Stephen Hawking. Moreover, he is also the one who plays the role of Hawking. In addition to that movie, there are still Eddie Redmayne films that are worth watching. Let’s review 10 films of Eddie Redmayne, the British Oscar-winning actor.
The Theory of Everything [2014]
- Release year : 2014
- Genre: Biography, Drama, Romance
- Directed by: James Marsh
- Actors: Eddie Redmayne, Felicity Jones, Tom Prior
- Production company: Working Title Films, Dentsu Motion Pictures, Fuji Television Network
The film is adapted from a book by Jane Hawking. The Theory of Everything tells the life story of Stephen, who is affected by a motor neuron disease that leaves him paralyzed. The disease did not prevent him from continuing to conduct various studies. The love story with his wife is presented in the right part.
Eddie Redmayne as Stephen Hawking. The ability for Eddie to play Stephen Hawking with his illness really stole the show. He demonstrated simplicity but also demonstrated extraordinary intelligence. For his performance, he won the 2015 Academy Award for Best Actor.
The Yellow Handkerchief [2010]
- Release year : 2010
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Directed by: Udayan Prasad
- Actors: William Hurt, Maria Bello, Kristen Stewart
- Production company : Arthur Cohn Productions, Samuel Goldwyn Films
One afternoon, Martine met Gordy and Brett. Feeling lonely, he decides to join the two men’s journey. Turns out the trip was meant to bring Brett home. Bret is about to see his family after six years in prison.
In the movie The Golden Handkerchief, Eddie Redmayne plays Gordy, an innocent man who has difficulty interacting with others. In this movie, the three characters do not have long dialogues but play with short meaningful dialogues that incorporate their expressions. This is a soothing sight for those who enjoy movies about pedestrians.
The Aeronauts [2019]
- Release year : 2019
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama
- Directed by: Tom Harper
- Actors: Felicity Jones, Eddie Redmayne, Himesh Patel
- Production company: Amazon Studios, Mandeville Films, One Shoe Films
James Glashier and John Trew are two people who are studying the weather. Since neither of them can become an aeronautical restaurant, they enlist the help of a female astronaut, Ameli Wren. Then Glashier and Wren flew on the hot air balloon and tried to survive all the difficulties.
Eddie Redmayne as James Glashier. He became a meteorologist in 1862. He was determined to be able to predict the weather, but his desire led to him receiving a lot of criticism from others. Eddie fits his character as a mysterious-looking man with a brilliant mind.
The Danish Girl [2015]
- Release year : 2015
- Genre: Biography, Drama, Romance
- Directed by: Tom Hooper
- Actors: Eddie Redmayne, Alicia Vikander, Amber Heard
- Production company : Working Title Film, Beautiful Image, ReVision Image
Einar and Gerda are a couple who work as painters in Copenhagen, Denmark. Gerda struggled for recognition while her husband was already famous. Einar later dressed as a woman to model for Gerda’s paintings, which eventually made Gerda famous. Meanwhile Einar felt something awaken in his soul.
The Danish Girl tells the story of the world’s first transgender character from Denmark. The male-to-female actor is Eddie Redmayne. Together with Alicia Vikander, Eddie was able to look stunning. In particular, Eddie succeeds in portraying a male character who feels that there is a woman in his soul.
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them [2016]
- Release year : 2016
- Genre: Adventure, Family, Fantasy
- Directed by: David Yates
- Actors: Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Alison Sudol
- Production company : Heyday Films, Warner Bros.
Newt Scamander carries a suitcase full of strange animals that were accidentally carried away by a layman named Jacob Kowalski. Several animals escaped and attacked New York City. On the other hand, the city is not favorable because many things are not worth it. Plus the anti-magic group Second Salamers specializes in hunting witches.
Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander. He is a magician as well as a magician or expert on exotic animals. He looks stunning in this fantasy genre movie, making it a must-see for anyone who enjoys fantasy-themed movies. If you like Harry Potter, you will love this movie.
Like Minds [2006]
- Release year : 2006
- Genre: Crime, Horror, Mystery
- Directed by: Gregory Read
- Actors: Eddie Redmayne, Tom Sturridge, Toni Collette
- Production company: Australian Film Finance Corporation (AFFC), Lumina Films, Bluewater Pictures
Alex was put into a school by his father who was the principal of the school. He is placed in a room with Nigel, who claims that his father is in the same secret organization as his father Alex. Nigel has a strange habit that angers Alex until Nigel is transferred.
Alex approaches a woman named Susan but is killed by Nigel. Alex is then asked if he killed his schoolmate? The character Alex is played by Eddie Redmayne. He managed to play someone who has his own quirks and even looks like a psycho even though in his demeanor is like everyone in general.
Powder Blue [2009]
- Release year : 2009
- Genre: Drama
- Directed by: Timothy Linh Bui
- Actors: Jessica Biel, Eddie Redmayne, Forest Whitaker
- Production company: Blue Snow Productions, Eleven Eleven Films, Grosvenor Park Media
Powder Blue tells a story from both sides. First, about a frustrated man after his wife dies in an accident with him. On the other hand, there’s Rose, a dancer at an adult club who is too busy with work to visit her comatose son in the hospital. Both are required to be able to solve their problems in the best way.
Eddie Redmayne as Qwerty Doolittle, a man in the funeral business. Qwerty was a visitor to the adult club where Rose worked. He fell in love with a dancer. Once again Eddie takes on an unusual role and his performance when meeting Rose-Johnny, played by Jessica Biel, feels very natural.
Les Miserables [2012]
- Release year : 2012
- Genre: Drama, History, Musical
- Directed by: Tom Hooper
- Actors: Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway
- Production companies: Universal Pictures, Working Title Films, Cameron Mackintosh Ltd.
In 19th century France, Jean Valjean was released from prison and lived as a bachelor, a wealthy factory owner. Fantine, the woman who works in the factory, is a single mother. He was deported when he was found to have an illegitimate child. Eventually, Fantine fell into the world of prostitution to earn money to support her children.
Eddie Redmayne as Marius Pontmercy. He was a member of the rebel group when the French government was still monarchy and many people were in distress. He has portrayed the personality of a man who is smart, brave, and a bit arrogant.
Hick [2011]
- Release year : 2011
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Directed by: Derick Martini
- Actors: Chloë Grace Moretz, Blake Lively, Rory Culkin
- Production company: Stone River Productions, Lighthouse Entertainment, Taylor Lane Productions
Luli McMullen is a 13-year-old girl with a broken family. One morning, his mother left him to watch a TV show about Las Vegas that prompted him to run away from home. He then pursues his desire to go on an adventure on his own and is faced with the terrible realities of the streets.
Eddie Redmayne plays Eddie Kreezer, a 26-year-old cowboy who initially gives Lulli a ride. He plays a man who looks handsome on the outside but turns out to love torturing women on the inside. Although it sounds creepy, this movie is actually a comedy drama, but there are many scenes only adults are worth watching.
My Week with Marilyn [2011]
- Release year : 2011
- Genre: Biography, Drama
- Directed by: Simon Curtis
- Actors: Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh
- Production company: The Weinstein Company, BBC Films, Lipsync Productions
In 1956, Marilyn Monroe and her husband went to England to honeymoon and film. Colin Clark, who had just graduated from Oxford, joined the cast. 40 years later, Clark recounts his six-month experience with the Hollywood star in a note. However, there is one record missing: the one-week trip.
The character Collin Clark is played by Eddie Redmayne. In this film, Eddie played a man who had just graduated from college. The character was stressed at the time of filming because he met fellow actress Marilyn Monroe. Not to mention he adored Marilyn’s figure so much, even quarreling with her husband.
Through the 10 Eddie Redmayne films reviewed above, you can see for yourself the greatness of the British actor. The Oscar is a testament to his acting ability. By the way, which movie do you like the most?