6 must-watch films of the Oscar-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio, who celebrates his birthday today.
Titanic:
How can we forget this? DiCaprio managed to grab the limelight for the first time in James Cameron's 'Titanic' which is arguably his well-known film. While the film bagged several awards, it turned out to be a game-changer for DiCaprio. His exceptional performance as a penniless artist Jack Dawson and the chemistry with Kate Winslet loved by all.
Catch Me If You Can:
DiCaprio, who played young con-man Frank Abagnale Jr. stepped into the shoes of different people and brought them to life with perfection. The cat-and-mouse game between Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks in Steven Spielberg's film which, based on the real-life story of a legendary con artist saw a lot of critics praising the talented actor back in the days.
The Aviator:
The successful pair of ace filmmaker Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio, who have given the audience some spectacular films to watch set the celluloid ablaze when they made 'The Aviator'. DiCaprio acting display was so organic that he managed to overshadow the likes of Cate Blanchett, Kate Beckinsale, John C. Reilly, and Alec Baldwin.
Inception:
Christopher Nolan's 2010 sci-fi flick 'Inception' won several Academy Awards and is still considered as one of the best films in the history of cinema. DiCaprio's display of intricate skills as the lead Dom Cobb, a thief surpasses his previous achievements.
The Great Gatsby:
Leonardo DiCaprio's 2013 film 'The Great Gatsby' related to F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1925 novel of the same name featured the birthday boy as a famous millionaire, who known for hosting lavish parties in search of his lost love. DiCaprio's stepped into this niche character after delivery another scintillating performance in Quentin Tarantino's 'Django Unchained'.
The Wolf of Wall Street:
Martin Scorsese's black comedy 'The Wolf of Wall Street' which revolved around the life of a stockbroker, who becomes a millionaire. DiCaprio's skills as the tycoon and his transition in the film were noteworthy and even helped him bag many awards for his portrayal of Jordan Belfort.
