Emma Watson is one of the most beautiful actresses in the world. She became famous for her role as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter series.
Now is a good time to check out her other films besides Harry Potter. Fans who enjoyed her in The Wizarding World will likely appreciate her varied performances in movies other than Harry Potter.
The Circle
The movie The Circle had potential with its star-studded cast and tech thriller plot. Emma Watson plays a young woman who lands a job at a big tech company and grapples with ethical dilemmas. Despite its promise, the movie didn’t impress critics.
Noah
Noah is a movie based on the story of Noah’s Ark from the Bible. In the film, God chooses Noah to build an ark to save his family and two of every kind of animal from a great flood. The film stars Russell Crowe and the film directed by Darren Aronofsky. Some people were disappointed, but it offers an interesting interpretation of the biblical story.
Regression
Many people might remember Emma Watson as the young child in the early Harry Potter movies. It might be surprising to see her in a different role in Regression, a thriller movie starring Ethan Hawke. In the movie, Hawke plays a detective investigating a runaway girl, played by Watson. The investigation leads him to discover what seems to be a hidden cult. Regression is a thriller film about the ‘Satanic Panic’ and has been reviewed as not one of the best cult-themed movies on Letterboxd.
The Bling Ring
The movie “The Bling Ring,” released in 2013, is a satirical criminal thriller directed by Sofia Coppola. It’s based on the true story of a group called the “Bling Ring,” who stole around $3 million in cash and belongings from over 50 homes, mostly belonging to celebrities.
In the film, Emma Watson plays the role of Nicolette “Nicki” Moore, one of the burglars. Some people think the movie didn’t get enough attention and call it the most overlooked movie.
Beauty And The Beast
In the live-action remake of Beauty and the Beast, Emma Watson plays the role of Belle, who becomes the love interest of Prince Adam/Beast, portrayed by Dan Stevens. Many fans felt that the movie didn’t capture the magic of the original animated version, but it still offered an exciting, romantic, and entertaining fairy tale.
The supporting cast, including Ewan McGregor and Ian McKellan, also added to the movie’s entertainment value.
My Week With Marilyn
“My Week with Marilyn” is a drama film about making 1957 film “The Prince and the Showgirl,” which starred Marilyn Monroe and Laurence Olivier. The movie features Michelle Williams, Kenneth Branagh, Eddie Redmayne, Dominic Cooper, and other well-known actors.
The story follows a wardrobe assistant named Lucy Armstrong, played by Emma Watson, who falls in love with Colin Clark while he is having a secret relationship with Marilyn Monroe. The film provides a look behind the scenes of Hollywood and one of its most fascinating icons.
The Perks Of Being A Wallflower
The movie The Perks of Being a Wallflower, released in 2012, is based on a novel by Stephen Chbosky. It tells the story of a shy teenager named Charlie who becomes friends with two classmates.
One of them, Sam, played by Emma Watson, is a kind and quirky person who becomes an important figure in Charlie’s life. After facing a difficult situation with her boyfriend, Sam and Charlie share a special connection before she goes off to college.
Little Women
The movie Little Women takes place in Concord, Massachusetts, during the 19th century and follows the lives of the four March sisters. It’s the seventh movie adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s 1868 novel “Little Women.” Emma Watson’s performance in this movie received the highest ratings on Letterboxd, even when compared to the Harry Potter films.
In the movie, Emma Watson plays the character Margaret “Meg” March, the oldest sister. As a child, Meg was attracted to beautiful things and wanted a life of luxury. However, as she grew older, she learned that true value isn’t found in money. After marrying John Brooke, her neighbor’s teacher, she learned to appreciate the blessings in her life while still holding onto her desire for luxury.
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