Actor and director, Mel Gibson has an acclaimed and award-winning career in film, as well as controversy in his personal life. Throughout his career, the actor has starred in numerous action films and box office hits.
However, Gibson made cultural history by playing Max Rockatansky in the classic trilogy of the “Mad Max” series and Martin Riggs in the “Lethal Weapon” film series.
However, Mel Gibson also has a notable career as a director. He won the Oscar for best film and best director for “Braveheart”. He also directed the film “The Passion of the Christ” (2004).
With that said, we decided to list the 8 best films that feature Mel Gibson’s performance. Check it out below!
Mel Gibson: the best films
Mel Gibson directed, produced and starred in the historical epic “Braveheart.” The film was a critical and commercial success, winning 5 Oscars, including Best Film and Best Director for Mel Gibson.
Gibson plays William Wallace, a Scottish historical figure. William Wallace was a Scottish warrior who led his countrymen in the First War of Scottish Independence against the English King Edward I in the late 13th century.
Written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, “Signs” is a thriller, horror and science fiction film about an alien invasion. The film was a box office success and is considered by some critics and cinephiles to be a masterpiece.
Mel Gibson stars in the film as Graham Hess, a former pastor whose faith is shaken after the tragic death of his wife. He lives on an isolated farm with his two children (Rory Culkin and Abigail Breslin) and his brother (Joaquin Phoenix). However, strange giant circles appear on their plantation, indicating a global threat.
Directed and written by S. Craig Zahler, “Dragged Across Concrete” is a thriller with a gritty and violent approach. Mel Gibson stars in the film alongside Vince Vaughn. The cast also includes Tory Kittles, Michael Jai White, Jennifer Carpenter, Laurie Holden, Fred Melamed, Udo Kier, Thomas Kretschmann and Don Johnson.
The plot follows two detectives and friends (Mel Gibson and Vince Vaughn), who are suspended from the police force for violence against a drug dealer. Desperate for money, they get involved in a criminal operation.
Historical war film, “The Patriot” is directed by Roland Emmerich (“Independence Day”, “The Day After Tomorrow”, “2012”). Mel Gibson stars in the film alongside Heath Ledger, Joely Richardson and Jason Isaacs.
The film is set during the American Revolutionary War. The plot follows Benjamin Martin (Mel Gibson), a war veteran settler who wants to lead a peaceful life on his farm with his family. However, when the Revolutionary War invades his home and brings with it tragedy, he is forced to choose sides.
Romantic comedy starring Mel Gibson, “What Women Like” is directed by Nancy Meyers. Helen Hunt stars alongside Gibson in this box office hit.
Mel Gibson plays Nick, a successful but sexist and self-centered publicist. However, his life changes dramatically after an accident grants him the ability to hear the thoughts of women around him.
Mel Gibson became world famous thanks to his role as Max Rockatansky in the post-apocalyptic film series “Mad Max”. The second film in the series, “Mad Max 2 – The Hunt Continues”, from 1981, is the most acclaimed by audiences and critics.
In the plot, Max helps a petrol-rich community defend itself from a gang of looters led by Lord Humungus (Kjell Nilsson).
One of Mel Gibson’s most famous film roles is that of Martin Riggs in the “Buddy Cop” “Lethal Weapon” film series. The first film of the saga, directed by Richard Donner and released in 1987, is the most prestigious among audiences and critics.
Gibson stars in the film alongside Danny Glover, who plays Roger Murtaugh. In the first film, Riggs, a former Green Beret who becomes suicidal after the death of his wife, becomes a partner with Murtaugh, a veteran police officer and family man.
Another partnership between Mel Gibson and director Richard Donner for the list. “Maverick” is a comedy and western film based on the 1950s/60s television series of the same name. Gibson stars alongside Jodie Foster and James Garner.
Mel Gibson plays Bret Maverick, a card player and con artist who is raising money to enter a major poker tournament. He has several adventures with con artist Annabelle (Foster) and lawman Zane Cooper (Garner).
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