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Joseph Gordon-Levitt indeed has fans and especially for the sad boy hours that he has lived in his most iconic movie and he is now coming to India.
A Crash Course On Joseph Gordon-Levitt
Last Updated: 11.09 AM, Oct 05, 2024
India is fast becoming a hotbed for international talents to visit and promote their projects, gaining better exposure. For a country with such a vast population and a wide range of content consumption, it's a given that there will be an audience for every kind of content. While we’re discussing Coldplay concerts, the Diljit Dosanjh tour, and the finances needed to fund passes, there's another star all set to visit India—not to promote a movie but to attend a film festival. Yes, you read that right. The star we’re talking about is actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt, who is coming to India, and those familiar with him are already excited. For those who aren’t, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered.
It's impossible to know everything, and to fill that void, we’ve got a deal for you: here's everything you need to know about Joseph Gordon-Levitt and five of his films you must watch to appreciate his range and sound cool in conversations with your friends. Joseph will be attending the India Film Project Festival in Mumbai on October 12-13. A two-time Primetime Emmy Award winner renowned for his versatility and stellar performances, Gordon-Levitt will join a lineup of Indian film industry luminaries, including Naseeruddin Shah, Ratna Pathak Shah, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Kabir Khan, Taapsee Pannu, Aditi Rao Hydari, Saurabh Shukla, Shoojit Sircar, Guneet Monga, Ram Madhvani, Kunal Kemmu, Sharvari, and many more.
Joseph Gordon-Levitt is an actor known for his varied roles. Having made his debut in 1994 at the age of 14, the star has dedicated close to three decades to acting. After a brief stint on television, he returned to films in 2001 and never looked back. Since then, he has given us some of the most memorable movies, including his roles in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises and The Trial of the Chicago 7. Below are five films you must watch to understand his range and sound like a Joseph Gordon-Levitt scholar in those conversations.
A Crash Course On Joseph Gordon-Levitt
500 Days of Summer (2009)
Streaming on: Apple TV
Joseph Gordon-Levitt gave us the ultimate “sad boy” movie with 500 Days of Summer. If there’s only one film you must watch from this list, it’s this one. He plays Tom Hansen, a greeting card writer who falls in love with Zooey Deschanel's Summer Finn. Their love story, like the title suggests, lasts 500 days and comes with an expiration date. The beauty of this film lies in how Joseph makes Tom so relatable—everyone has been in Tom’s shoes at some point in life. The film’s ending leaves the interpretation up to you, adding a layer of complexity to the emotional journey.
Brick (2006)
Streaming on: Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV (on rent)
Brick deserves second place for a simple reason—it re-established Joseph Gordon-Levitt as an actor. No longer the charming boy who started acting young, he emerges as a strong, confident performer. In Brick, Joseph plays a teenage detective trying to solve the mystery of his ex-girlfriend’s disappearance. His intense and intelligent portrayal turned Brick into a cult classic among fans and cemented his place in Hollywood.
50/50 (2011)
Streaming on: Lionsgate Play
In 50/50, Joseph plays Adam, a 27-year-old public radio journalist diagnosed with a cancerous tumor in his spine. This movie showcases a vulnerable side of Joseph that makes it a breath of fresh air. Even in the darkest moments, there’s an underlying optimism in how both the filmmakers and Joseph approach the story. 50/50 blends humor, heart, and heartbreak in equal measure, and you’ll fall in love with Joseph’s performance. You can watch it with your OTTplay Premium subscription on Lionsgate Play.
Don Jon (2013)
Streaming on: Amazon Prime Video
Don Jon is special in Joseph’s career as it marked his directorial debut. He plays Jon, a man with a seemingly perfect life, including a girlfriend played by Scarlett Johansson. However, Jon becomes addicted to pornography, and the movie explores how this addiction affects his relationships. Joseph dives deep into the character, shedding his usual personas to portray a man learning to approach life differently.
Sin City: A Dame to Kill For
Streaming on: Lionsgate Play
Sin City: A Dame to Kill For continues the Sin City franchise and adds new layers to its gritty, stylized world. Joseph Gordon-Levitt plays Johnny, navigating through the war-torn ideologies of this fictional universe. His performance adds complexity to the narrative, and the film is best experienced rather than read about.
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