Daniel Day-Lewis

Born:29. dubna 1957

Place of Birth:Greenwich, London, England, UK

Known For:Acting

Biography

Considered a true chameleon of the silver screen, Daniel Day-Lewis captivated audiences with his unparalleled dedication to his craft. Born on April 29, 1957, this British-Irish actor's illustrious career spanned over four decades, leaving an indelible mark on the film industry. With a total of three Academy Awards, four BAFTA Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, and two Golden Globe Awards under his belt, Day-Lewis solidified his place as one of the greatest actors in cinematic history.

Before gracing the big screen, Day-Lewis honed his skills on the stage at the National Youth Theatre and later at the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. Despite his classical training, he became known for his method acting approach, delving deep into his characters with unwavering commitment and intense research. Maintaining a shroud of privacy around his personal life, Day-Lewis remained enigmatic, seldom appearing in public or granting interviews.

Transitioning seamlessly between theatre and film, Day-Lewis made waves in the early 1980s with notable performances at the Royal Shakespeare Company and unforgettable roles in films like "My Beautiful Laundrette" (1985) and "A Room with a View" (1985). His talent shone brightly on stage, with a memorable portrayal of Hamlet at the National Theatre in London, despite an emotional breakdown during a performance that marked his departure from stage acting.

Day-Lewis's career reached new heights with iconic roles in films such as "My Left Foot" (1989), "There Will Be Blood" (2007), and "Lincoln" (2012), for which he received Academy Awards. His versatility was further showcased in acclaimed films like "The Last of the Mohicans" (1992), "The Age of Innocence" (1993), and "Gangs of New York" (2002), earning him multiple Oscar nominations throughout his career.

In a surprising turn, Day-Lewis took a hiatus from acting in 1997 to pursue a new passion as an apprentice shoe-maker in Italy, demonstrating his penchant for immersing himself fully in various crafts. Despite his brief retirement, he made a triumphant return to acting, only to announce his final retirement in 2017, marking the end of an era in cinema. Day-Lewis's legacy as a consummate actor with an unparalleled dedication to his roles continues to inspire aspiring performers and cinephiles alike.

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There Will Be Blood

Daniel Plainview

2007

Ruthless silver miner, turned oil prospector, Daniel Plainview, moves to oil-rich California. Using his son to project a trustworthy, family-man image, Plainview cons local landowners into selling him their valuable properties for a pittance. However, local preacher Eli Sunday suspects Plainview's motives and intentions, starting a slow-burning feud that threatens both their lives.

The Last of the Mohicans

Hawkeye

1992

In war-torn colonial America, in the midst of a bloody battle between British, the French and Native American allies, the aristocratic daughter of a British Colonel and her party are captured by a group of Huron warriors. Fortunately, a group of three Mohican trappers comes to their rescue.

Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln

2012

The revealing story of the 16th US President's tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and fierce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change the fate of generations to come.

Gangs of New York

Bill "The Butcher" Cutting

2002

In early 1860s New York, Irish immigrant Amsterdam Vallon is released from prison and returns to the Five Points, seeking revenge against his father's killer, William Cutting, a powerful anti-immigrant gang leader. He knows that revenge can only be attained by infiltrating Cutting's inner circle. Vallon's journey becomes a fight for personal survival and to find a place for the Irish people.

Gandhi

Colin

1982

In the early years of the 20th century, Mohandas K. Gandhi, a British-trained lawyer, forsakes all worldly possessions to take up the cause of Indian independence. Faced with armed resistance from the British government, Gandhi adopts a policy of 'passive resistance', endeavouring to win freedom for his people without resorting to bloodshed.

In the Name of the Father

Gerry Conlon

1993

A small-time Belfast thief, Gerry Conlon, is wrongly convicted of an IRA bombing in London, along with his father and friends, and spends 15 years in prison fighting to prove his innocence.

Phantom Thread

Reynolds Woodcock

2017

In 1950s London, a renowned dressmaker's meticulous lifestyle begins drastically changing as his relationship with his young muse intensifies.

The Bounty

John Fryer

1984

The familiar story of Lieutenant Bligh, whose cruelty leads to a mutiny on his ship. This version follows both the efforts of Fletcher Christian to get his men beyond the reach of British retribution, and the epic voyage of Lieutenant Bligh to get his loyalists safely to East Timor in a tiny lifeboat.

Nine

Guido Contini

2009

Arrogant, self-centered movie director Guido Contini finds himself struggling to find meaning, purpose, and a script for his latest film endeavor. With only a week left before shooting begins, he desperately searches for answers and inspiration from his wife, his mistress, his muse, and his mother.

The Crucible

John Proctor

1996

A Salem resident attempts to frame her ex-lover's wife for being a witch in the middle of the 1692 witchcraft trials.

Spielberg

Self

2017

A documentary on the life and career of one of the most influential film directors of all time, Steven Spielberg.

The Unbearable Lightness of Being

Tomas

1988

Successful surgeon Tomas leaves Prague for an operation, meets a young photographer named Tereza, and brings her back with him. Tereza is surprised to learn that Tomas is already having an affair with the bohemian Sabina, but when the Soviet invasion occurs, all three flee to Switzerland. Sabina begins an affair, Tom continues womanizing, and Tereza, disgusted, returns to Czechoslovakia. Realizing his mistake, Tomas decides to chase after her.

A Room with a View

Cecil Vyse

1986

When Lucy Honeychurch and chaperon Charlotte Bartlett find themselves in Florence with rooms without views, fellow guests Mr Emerson and son George step in to remedy the situation. Meeting the Emersons could change Lucy's life forever but, once back in England, how will her experiences in Tuscany affect her marriage plans?

My Left Foot: The Story of Christy Brown

Christy Brown

1989

No one expects much from Christy Brown, a boy with cerebral palsy born into a working-class Irish family. Though Christy is a spastic quadriplegic and essentially paralyzed, a miraculous event occurs when, at the age of 5, he demonstrates control of his left foot by using chalk to scrawl a word on the floor. With the help of his steely mother — and no shortage of grit and determination — Christy overcomes his infirmity to become a painter, poet and author.

The Age of Innocence

Newland Archer

1993

In 19th century New York high society, a young lawyer falls in love with a woman separated from her husband, while he is engaged to the woman's cousin.

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Phantom Thread

Script Consultant

2017

In 1950s London, a renowned dressmaker's meticulous lifestyle begins drastically changing as his relationship with his young muse intensifies.

Maggie's Plan

Thanks

2016

Maggie's plan to have a baby on her own with a sperm donor is derailed when she falls in love with John, an older married professor, destroying his volatile marriage to the brilliant and impossible Georgette. But three years later, married to John with one daughter, Maggie is out of love and in a quandary: what do you do when you suspect your man and his ex-wife are actually perfect for each other?