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Happy Birthday Tommy Lee Jones: Some stirring performances of the veteran actor

Happy Birthday Tommy Lee Jones: Some stirring performances of the veteran actor
Shilpa S

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Tommy Lee Jones has built a name for himself as one of Hollywood’s most prolific and well-respected actors. For over half a century, since his film debut in 1970, the star has put up some hard-hitting performances worthy of adulation, although his efforts started getting the recognition that it deserved only after a decade into his career. From Broadway to blockbusters, the veteran actor has dipped his toe in all. His masterful work has earned him a string of accolades including the prestigious Academy and Emmy Awards, and admiring fans, through the wide spectrum of parts that he has played.

As the industry heavyweight completes another year, here is a look back at some of his noteworthy performances where the actor has stunned fans with his dedication to his craft.

1

The Fugitive

7.9
Based on a TV series from the 1960s, this high octane thriller tells the story of an ordinary man who is thrown a curveball in life when he is wrongfully accused of murdering his wife. Tommy Lee Jones stars alongside Harrison Ford in this gripping action flick, as the unstoppable federal agent hell-bent on bringing the fugitive to justice. Jones’ perfect capture of the no-nonsense and determined attitude of a seasoned officer of the law earned him the prestigious Academy Award.

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2

Men in Black

7.2
Way before MCU, the Men In Black franchise had established themselves as protectors of extra-terrestrial life forms, albeit their area of operation only covered our blue planet. The perfect blend of sci-fi and comedy, the film traces the adventures of a police officer and his partner in the investigation, newly recruited into the eponymous organisation which regulates alien activity on earth. Tommy Lee Jones’ performance as the stoic and dry Agent K, a veteran agent of the organisation saddled with showing the recruit the ropes, earned him widespread recognition, etching his name in pop culture.

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3

No Country for Old Men

7.9
Set in the 1980s, this critically acclaimed Western drama helmed by the Coen Brothers revolves around the story of a man who comes across a stack of cash from a drug deal gone wrong. This adaptation of the 2005 novel of the same name sees Tommy Lee Jones emulate the role of the justice-driven officer of the law, who also serves as narrator, in a performance loaded with conviction and emotion and was lauded by critics for the same.

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4

The Homesman

7.1
Set in the 1850s, this historical drama is proof of Tommy Lee Jones’ excellence as a director in addition to being an actor. Based on the novel of the same name, The Homesman tells the story of an independent, yet lonely spinster who agrees to transport three mentally ill women to a church and gains the company of a lowly criminal on her journey. Tommy Lee Jones stars as George Briggs, a criminal left in a noose as punishment for his crimes, who agrees to join his liberator’s journey in exchange for money. Jones’ poignant portrayal and his chemistry with his co-star definitely serve to elevate the mood and story of the film.

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5

In the Valley of Elah

7.5
Based on real-life events, In the Valley of Elah tells the gut-wrenching tale of a father’s journey to bring justice to his son who gets killed, and the policewoman who aids him in this task. Tommy Lee Jones portrays the role of the grieving father, who is forced to put aside his grief on his crusade to find his child’s killers, and puts up a moving performance brimming with emotion. His mesmerising portrayal, lauded by critics, earned him a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Actor.

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6

Lincoln

7.4
Based on a chapter in the life of one of America’s most well-known Presidents, Lincoln traces the eponymous leader’s bold efforts in 1865 to abolish the horrific practice of slavery in the US. Tommy Lee Jones dons the role of Thaddeus Stevens, an abolitionist politician who was in favour of Lincoln’s plans and also lobbied against his nation’s racist tendencies. His rendition, packed to the brim with the spirit and determination which was characteristic of the old politician, was commended by critics and fans alike and earned him another Academy Award nomination.

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