Christian Bale

Born:30. januar 1974

Place of Birth:Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK

Known For:Acting

Biography

Christian Bale, born on January 30, 1974, in Wales to English parents, is a versatile and acclaimed actor known for his physical transformations and immersive performances. His career took off at a young age with his breakthrough role in Steven Spielberg's Empire of the Sun at just 13 years old. Since then, Bale has showcased his talent in a wide range of genres, from intense dramas to action-packed blockbusters.

While Bale gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of the disturbed Patrick Bateman in American Psycho and the emaciated Trevor Reznik in The Machinist, it was his embodiment of the iconic superhero Batman in Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy that solidified his status as a Hollywood heavyweight. His dedication to the role, both physically and emotionally, earned him critical acclaim and a legion of fans worldwide.

Beyond his work as the Caped Crusader, Bale has tackled diverse roles with equal commitment and skill. From the mysterious magician in The Prestige to the troubled boxer Dicky Eklund in The Fighter, his performances have consistently captivated audiences and critics alike. Bale's ability to disappear into characters and bring depth to each role he undertakes sets him apart as a truly transformative actor.

In addition to his dramatic roles, Bale has delved into the realm of biopics and historical dramas with remarkable success. His portrayal of former Vice President Dick Cheney in Vice and race car driver Ken Miles in Ford v Ferrari garnered him critical acclaim and accolades, including his second Golden Globe win and fifth nomination. Bale's willingness to fully immerse himself in these complex characters showcases his dedication to his craft.

With an Academy Award for The Fighter and multiple Golden Globe Awards to his name, Bale's talent and versatility have solidified his place as one of the most respected actors in the industry. Whether he's playing a superhero, a historical figure, or a troubled anti-hero, Bale brings a level of intensity and authenticity to his performances that few can match. His commitment to his craft and willingness to undergo physical transformations for his roles have made him a true chameleon of the screen.

As one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood, Bale's career continues to soar with each new project he takes on. From the crime drama American Hustle to the biographical dramedy Vice, he consistently delivers nuanced and compelling performances that leave a lasting impact on audiences. Bale's dedication to his roles and his ability to fully inhabit the characters he plays have cemented his legacy as a powerhouse in the world of cinema.

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The Dark Knight

Bruce Wayne

2008

Batman raises the stakes in his war on crime. With the help of Lt. Jim Gordon and District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman sets out to dismantle the remaining criminal organizations that plague the streets. The partnership proves to be effective, but they soon find themselves prey to a reign of chaos unleashed by a rising criminal mastermind known to the terrified citizens of Gotham as the Joker.

Thor: Love and Thunder

Gorr

2022

After his retirement is interrupted by Gorr the God Butcher, a galactic killer who seeks the extinction of the gods, Thor Odinson enlists the help of King Valkyrie, Korg, and ex-girlfriend Jane Foster, who now wields Mjolnir as the Mighty Thor. Together they embark upon a harrowing cosmic adventure to uncover the mystery of the God Butcher’s vengeance and stop him before it’s too late.

The Dark Knight Rises

Bruce Wayne

2012

Following the death of District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman assumes responsibility for Dent's crimes to protect the late attorney's reputation and is subsequently hunted by the Gotham City Police Department. Eight years later, Batman encounters the mysterious Selina Kyle and the villainous Bane, a new terrorist leader who overwhelms Gotham's finest. The Dark Knight resurfaces to protect a city that has branded him an enemy.

The Prestige

Alfred Borden

2006

A mysterious story of two magicians whose intense rivalry leads them on a life-long battle for supremacy -- full of obsession, deceit and jealousy with dangerous and deadly consequences.

Batman Begins

Bruce Wayne / Batman

2005

Driven by tragedy, billionaire Bruce Wayne dedicates his life to uncovering and defeating the corruption that plagues his home, Gotham City. Unable to work within the system, he instead creates a new identity, a symbol of fear for the criminal underworld - The Batman.

Ford v Ferrari

Ken Miles

2019

American car designer Carroll Shelby and the British-born driver Ken Miles work together to battle corporate interference, the laws of physics, and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford Motor Company and take on the dominating race cars of Enzo Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France in 1966.

American Psycho

Patrick Bateman

2000

A wealthy New York investment banking executive hides his alternate psychopathic ego from his co-workers and friends as he escalates deeper into his illogical, gratuitous fantasies.

Exodus: Gods and Kings

Moses

2014

The defiant leader Moses rises up against the Egyptian Pharaoh Ramses, setting 400,000 slaves on a monumental journey of escape from Egypt and its terrifying cycle of deadly plagues.

The Big Short

Michael Burry

2015

The men who made millions from a global economic meltdown.

Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle

Bagheera (voice)

2018

A human child raised by wolves, must face off against a menacing tiger named Shere Khan, as well as his own origins.

Shaft

Walter Wade, Jr.

2000

New York police detective John Shaft arrests Walter Wade Jr. for a racially motivated slaying. But the only eyewitness disappears, and Wade jumps bail for Switzerland. Two years later Wade returns to face trial, confident his money and influence will get him acquitted -- especially since he's paid a drug kingpin to kill the witness.

The Fighter

Dicky Eklund

2010

Boxer "Irish" Micky Ward's unlikely road to the world light welterweight title. His Rocky-like rise was shepherded by half-brother Dicky, a boxer-turned-trainer who rebounded in life after nearly being KO'd by drugs and crime.

The Machinist

Trevor Reznik

2004

Trevor, an insomniac lathe operator, experiences unusual occurrences at work and home. A strange man follows him everywhere, but no one else seems to notice him.

Little Women

Laurie

1994

With their father away as a chaplain in the Civil War, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy grow up with their mother in somewhat reduced circumstances. They are a close family who inevitably have their squabbles and tragedies. But the bond holds even when, later, male friends start to become a part of the household.

Pocahontas

Thomas (voice)

1995

Pocahontas, daughter of a Native American tribe chief, falls in love with an English soldier as colonists invade 17th century Virginia.

3:10 to Yuma

Dan Evans

2007

In Arizona in the late 1800s, infamous outlaw Ben Wade and his vicious gang of thieves and murderers have plagued the Southern Railroad. When Wade is captured, Civil War veteran Dan Evans, struggling to survive on his drought-plagued ranch, volunteers to deliver him alive to the "3:10 to Yuma", a train that will take the killer to trial.

The Pale Blue Eye

Augustus Landor

2022

West Point, New York, 1830. When a cadet at the burgeoning military academy is found hanged with his heart cut out, the top brass summons former New York City constable Augustus Landor to investigate. While attempting to solve this grisly mystery, the reluctant detective engages the help of one of the cadets: a strange but brilliant young fellow by the name of Edgar Allan Poe.

Vice

Dick Cheney

2018

George W. Bush picks Dick Cheney, the CEO of Halliburton Co., to be his Republican running mate in the 2000 presidential election. No stranger to politics, Cheney's impressive résumé includes stints as White House chief of staff, House Minority Whip and Defense Secretary. When Bush wins by a narrow margin, Cheney begins to use his newfound power to help reshape the country and the world.

Amsterdam

Burt Berendsen

2022

In the 1930s, three friends—a doctor, a nurse, and an attorney—witness a murder, become suspects themselves and uncover one of the most outrageous plots in American history.

Hostiles

Captain Joseph J. Blocker

2017

A legendary Native American-hating Army captain nearing retirement in 1892 is given one last assignment: to escort a Cheyenne chief and his family through dangerous territory back to his Montana reservation.

Equilibrium

John Preston

2002

In a dystopian future, a totalitarian regime maintains peace by subduing the populace with a drug, and displays of emotion are punishable by death. A man in charge of enforcing the law rises to overthrow the system.

Public Enemies

Melvin Purvis

2009

Depression-era bank robber John Dillinger's charm and audacity endear him to much of America's downtrodden public, but he's also a thorn in the side of J. Edgar Hoover and the fledgling FBI. Desperate to capture the elusive outlaw, Hoover makes Dillinger his first Public Enemy Number One and assigns his top agent, Melvin Purvis, the task of bringing him in dead or alive.

Knight of Cups

Rick

2015

Rick is a screenwriter living in Los Angeles. While successful in his career, his life feels empty. Haunted and confused, he finds temporary solace in the decadent Hollywood excess that defines his existence. Women provide a distraction to his daily pain, and every encounter brings him closer to finding his place in the world.

The Promise

Chris Myers

2016

Set during the last days of the Ottoman Empire, a love triangle develops between Mikael, a brilliant medical student, the beautiful and sophisticated artist Ana, and Chris, a renowned American journalist based in Paris.

Spielberg

Self - Segment "Empire of the Sun"

2017

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

Harsh Times

Jim Luther Davis

2005

Jim Davis is an ex-Army Ranger who finds himself slipping back into his old life of petty crime after a job offer from the LAPD evaporates. His best friend is pressured by his girlfriend Sylvia to find a job, but Jim is more interested in hanging out and making cash from small heists, while trying to get a law enforcement job so he can marry his Mexican girlfriend.

Rescue Dawn

Dieter Dengler

2007

A US Fighter pilot's epic struggle of survival after being shot down on a mission over Laos during the Vietnam War.

Reign of Fire

Quinn Abercromby

2002

In post-apocalyptic England, an American volunteer and a British survivor team up to fight off a brood of fire-breathing dragons seeking to return to global dominance after centuries of rest underground. The Brit -- leading a clan of survivors to hunt down the King of the Dragons -- has much at stake: His mother was killed by a dragon, but his love is still alive.

The Flowers of War

John Miller

2011

A Westerner finds refuge with a group of women in a church during Japan's rape of Nanking in 1937. Posing as a priest, he attempts to lead the women to safety.

I'm Not There

Jack / Pastor John

2007

Six actors portray six personas of music legend Bob Dylan in scenes depicting various stages of his life, chronicling his rise from unknown folksinger to international icon and revealing how Dylan constantly reinvented himself.

Empire of the Sun

Jim

1987

Jamie Graham, a privileged English boy, is living in Shanghai when the Japanese invade and force all foreigners into prison camps. Jamie is captured with an American sailor, who looks out for him while they are in the camp together. Even though he is separated from his parents and in a hostile environment, Jamie maintains his dignity and youthful spirit, providing a beacon of hope for the others held captive with him.

Laurel Canyon

Sam

2003

When an uptight young man and his fiancée move into his libertine mother's house, the resulting clash of life attitudes shakes everyone up.

The New World

John Rolfe

2005

A drama about explorer John Smith and the clash between Native Americans and English settlers in the 17th century.

Henry V

Robin the Luggage-Boy

1989

In the midst of the Hundred Years War, the young King Henry V of England embarks on the conquest of France in 1415.

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Demetrius

1999

The lovely Hermia is to wed Demetrius, but she truly cares for Lysander. Hermia's friend, Helena, is in love with Demetrius, while other romantic entanglements abound in the woods, with married fairy rulers Titania and Oberon toying with various lovers and each other.

Out of the Furnace

Russell Baze

2013

Two brothers live in the economically-depressed Rust Belt, when a cruel twist of fate lands one in prison. His brother is then lured into one of the most violent crime rings in the Northeast.

Captain Corelli's Mandolin

Mandras

2001

When a fisherman leaves to fight with the Greek army during World War II, his fiancée falls in love with the local Italian commander.

Velvet Goldmine

Arthur Stuart

1998

Almost a decade since larger-than-life glam-rock enigma Brian Slade disappeared from public eye, an investigative journalist is on assignment to uncover the truth behind his former idol.

Produkcija

The Pale Blue Eye

Producer

2022

Amsterdam

Producer

2022

In the 1930s, three friends—a doctor, a nurse, and an attorney—witness a murder, become suspects themselves and uncover one of the most outrageous plots in American history.