Film fans around the world are shocked by the sudden death of actor Chadwick Boseman. Earlier today, Boseman died of colon cancer, surrounded by his wife and family. In Statement, Bosman’s family revealed that he has been battling cancer for four years while maintaining a busy schedule, including blockbuster superhero movies and critically acclaimed films.
Bosman was active as an actor for only 17 years, but he played an influential role in a relatively short period of time. On the big screen, Bosman portrayed black icons such as Jackie Robinson, James Brown, and Thurgood Marshall, while also breathing life into fictional characters and action heroes.
It seems unfair to lose an actor in the prime of his life, when his ability promised bigger and better things even further. But when we grieved for Bosman, as well as his family and friends, he left behind a cinematic legacy that would stand the test of time. In tribute to Bosman’s all-too-brief career, here are his selection of the best films.
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42 (2013)
Chadwick Boseman’s successful role as Jackie Robinson 42 Changed the way of his career. The film told the story of Robinson, who was the first black player to break the color barrier in Major League Baseball. Unfortunately, Robinson faced stiff resistance from racist fans, bosses and even members of his team, the Brooklyn Dodgers. Through all of this, Robinson had to keep strict control over himself and avoid any reprisals.
Harrison Ford and Nicole Behari also give victorious performances as Dodgers owner Branch Ricky and Robinson’s wife, Rachel. But this is Bosman’s film from beginning to end, and 42 It was his turn to make a star.
rotten Tomatoes: 80%
Stars: Chadwick Boseman, Harrison Ford, Nicole Behari
Director: Brian Helgeland
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 128 minutes
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although Draft day Bossman had a small but important role in the film, with Kevin Costner’s Sunny Weaver Jr. largely centering on personal and professional conflicts. As the Cleveland Browns general manager, Weaver took advantage of the team’s future to advance to the NFL draft. However, Boseman’s Wontai Mac forced Weaver to reconsider his choice by making it a very public affair for himself. Weaver eventually realized that Mac was right, but going with his gut only increased the drama Draft day.
rotten Tomatoes: 59%
Stars: Kevin Costner, Jennifer Garner, Dennis Leary, Chadwick Boseman
Director: Ivan Reitman
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 110 minutes
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Bosman was not exactly the perfect physical match for the late, great James Brown, but made the audience believe his on-screen personality get started. This musical biopic chronicled the rise and fall and re-rise of Godfather of Soul. Bossman’s turn as Brown was absolutely electrified, and he carried the film on his strong shoulders.
rotten Tomatoes: 79%
Stars: Chadwick Boseman, Nelson Ellis, Dan Akroyd, Viola Davis
Director: Tate taylor
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 139 minutes
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There was an upbeat excitement in 2014 when Chadwick Boseman was cast as Black Panther and slated to debut in his Marvel Cinematic Universe Captain America Civil War. It would be easy to get lost in a film that introduces Spider-Man and alienates the Avengers. Despite this, Bossman had a screening appearance at Teachala, as he sought to avenge his father’s death by chasing Winter Soldier, Bucky Barnes. Black Panther is also the only hero in the film who eventually realizes how hollow his vengeance is. This is a lesson that supersedes Robert Downey, Jr.’s Iron Man (at least for this film).
rotten Tomatoes: 91%
Stars: Chris Evans, Robert Downey. Junior, Chadwick Boseman
Director: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 147 minutes
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Bosman originally went from a superhero to a real-life hero in his next film, Marshal. He portrayed Thirdwood Marshall, a noted civil rights advocate and the first black man to serve on the United States Supreme Court. but Marshal Is not a biopic – it is a legal drama that takes place at the beginning of his career. In 1940, Marshall accused a black man of raping a white woman. However, Marshall is not allowed to utter a word in court, which forces him to carefully coach Josh Gad’s Sam Freedman with some timely advice and notes.
rotten Tomatoes: 80%
Stars: Chadwick Boseman, Josh Gad, Kate Hudson
Director: Reginald Hudlin
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 118 minutes
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black Panther Quite simply, there was a win at every level. Director and co-writer Ryan Kugler infused black Panther With more challenging topics and questions than the average superhero flick. This is why Boseman’s T’Challa was forced to confront his technologically advanced nation, Wakanda, which tortured black men and women around the world.
Michael B. Jordan has an arrest turn as Kilmonger, T’Challa’s antagonist, and plays the role of a rare villain, a very valid reason for his actions. But it was Bosman’s performance that put the film together, and he gave children of all ages a new cinematic super hero. It was also the first superhero film to earn a Best Picture nomination at the Oscars.
rotten Tomatoes: 96%
Stars: Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong’o
Director: Ryan cougler
Rating: PG-13
Runtime: 134 minutes
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Unfortunately, Da 5 blood Chadwick is one of Bosman’s final films. Bosman only has a minor role as the squad leader of Titan Bloods during a military tour of Vietnam. Later, Paul (Delro Lindo), Otis (Clark Peters), Eddie (Norm Lewis), and Melvin (Isiah Whitlock Jr.) return to Vietnam for some unfinished business and a treasure that was lost on their previous trip. Spike Lee’s latest joint before Bosman’s passing was poignant and powerful. Now, it is even more.
rotten Tomatoes: 92%
Stars: Delro Lindo, Jonathan Majors, Clarke Peters, Chadwick Boseman
Director: Spike Lee
Rating: R
Runtime: 156 minutes
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