21 recommended movies of Robert De Niro, a famous actor who captivates the world!

Two must-see movies starring Robert De Niro

Robert De Niro has appeared in nearly 100 films as a main character. Among them, we have picked out two films that you must see when talking about Robert De Niro: "The Deer Hunter" and "Awakenings." Both films are masterpieces that shine with their detailed character development and deep human portrayals.

The Deer Hunter (1978) Director: Michael Cimino 184 minutes

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Directed by Michael Cimino, this film depicts the life of a young man traumatized by the Vietnam War. The contrast between the calm countryside and the harsh battlefield strongly conveys the cruelty of war to the viewer. In particular, the "Russian Roulette" scene is overwhelmingly tense. The De Niro approach was also used in this film, and he moved to Pittsburgh, where the film is set, to prepare for the role even before filming began. This film won Best Picture at the 44th New York Film Critics Circle Awards and five awards at the 51st Academy Awards, including Best Picture. It is also known as the film that launched Meryl Streep to stardom, with her debut actress being nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.

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Awakenings (1990) Director: Penny Marshall 121 min.

Based on the medical non-fiction book of the same name, this film tells the story of a patient who had been asleep for 30 years and made a miraculous recovery, only to be forced back to his original state by the worsening condition of his condition. Leonard, played by Robert De Niro, wakes up after 30 years under the effect of a drug and regains his humanity, but this is only temporary. Leonard's gradual loss of freedom, both physically and emotionally, is one of the most brilliant performances in the history of cinema. It is a masterpiece that also makes you think deeply about human dignity. The film was highly praised and was nominated for three categories at the 63rd Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Actor, and Best Original Screenplay.

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Robert De Niro, who made his debut in 1965 with a small role in "Manhattan Blues," solidified his career after meeting Martin Scorsese. His approach to role-playing, which requires him to sacrifice himself and make those around him feel unsafe, is called the De Niro approach, as mentioned above, and has had a strong influence on younger actors. And with his unconventional, full-body acting, he has made the screen his own. His appearance is truly that of a don of the film world.