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Having more than 20 years' worth of acting experience in his portfolio, Tom Hardy is a household name on television and cinema screens. His quirky on-screen demeanor and diverse roles have made him a favorite worldwide. He is always worth watching, regardless of the venture's size or magnitude. As MobLand took off over the last few years, the fans were compelled to go back and watch some of Hardy's finest work on TV and film.
While Hardy’s filmography includes several titles across drama, action, and thriller categories, a few projects stand out in terms of critical reception, cultural impact, and performance depth.
If you’re looking to explore more of Tom Hardy's work following MobLand, the following titles represent five of his most recognized roles.
1. Tom Hardy in the 2015 movie Mad Max: Fury Road
In George Miller's post-apocalyptic action film, Tom Hardy played cult hero Max Rockatansky. The non-linear narrative, minimal dialogue, and realistic visuals were highly praised. The movie received a nomination for Best Cinematography at the Oscars. Hardy's portrayal of Max was understated in temperament, expression, and gesture-driven performances more than dialogue-driven performances.
Mad Max: Fury Road received many Academy Awards and appears on most lists of the greatest action movies of the 21st century. His acting was understood as a reimagining of a character portrayed by Mel Gibson in the 1980s. His stoic, laconic performance added to the hard-boiled tone of the narrative and visual style of the movie.
2. Tom Hardy in The Revenant (2015)
In Alejandro G. Iñáarritu's survival drama, Hardy played John Fitzgerald, a trapper whose moral decisions cause conflict in most actions. Backing Leonardo DiCaprio, Hardy was shortlisted for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance. His effort was called intense and gritty realism, elicited by the difficult circumstances under which the film was shot.
The film itself was widely praised for its natural lighting and cinematography. The Hardy character anchors the middle of the film's story, and he provides one of his richest performances. His performance combined historical accuracy with emotional volatility, without entering into theatrical villainy.
3. Tom Hardy in Peaky Blinders (2014–2022)
Hardy's Peaky Blinders' British crime drama, Alfie Solomons' casting was selected for its volatility and quirkiness. Solomons, in Season 2, is Camden's Jewish gang leader who operates in a pretty seedy moral framework. Hardy's work is defined by abrupt tone shifts, combining dry wit with killing explosiveness.
Though not a regular character, Alfie was also a regular character due to Hardy's performance and the complexity of the character's interaction with the Shelby family. The series itself runs for six seasons, and Hardy makes appearances in different episodes within the varied storylines. His scenes are also typical of lush dialogue and offbeat rhythm.
4. Tom Hardy in Bronson (2008)
One of his first big breakout roles was in Nicolas Winding Refn's Bronson. It is a stylized biopic of Britain's most feared prisoner, Charles Bronson. Hardy also physically changed to accommodate the role and trained extensively with the actual Charles Bronson.
The film is filled with surrealism and gritty-edged narrative. It is marked by Hardy's thespian and athletic acting. The performances have been described by critics as the center of Hardy's career, demonstrating a commitment to unconventional narrative and refinement in terms of character. It is among his most scrutinized performances.
5. Tom Hardy in Taboo (2017)
Produced by Hardy and his dad, Taboo is a British period drama TV series. He plays James Delaney, a darkly brooding adventurer, who returns to London when his father passes away, and becomes entangled in corporate and political intrigue. The series revolves around colonialism, mysticism, and personal retribution.
Taboo cast Hardy with a black look, convoluted plot, and morally ambivalent characters. Like much of the film, Hardy's own creative input went beyond acting, making this production firmly in his visual and artistic hands. While there were some complaints of uneven pacing, Hardy's starring performance was always described as enigmatic and fascinating.
These five titles are some of the most polarizing performances in Tom Hardy's career. All of these performances embody different aspects of his acting range—from restraint to melodramatic, over-the-top acting.
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Whether examining Hardy's earlier work or coming back to cherry-pick performances since MobLand, these selections provide you with an idea of how he's become a household name within modern film and television.
Also read: 7 Tom Hardy TV shows that prove he could talk to a wall and still steal the show
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