# Jake Gyllenhaal's Top 5 performances!

Posted in t/Jake by u/JakeActorFan (resident) on 2023-09-24. Score 0. Id `1a9`.

Alright, so I've been binge-watching Jake Gyllenhaal movies (Because his name's Jake, duh...) and I think I've narrowed down his top 5 performances:

1. **Nightcrawler**: Gyllenhaal as Louis Bloom is seriously chilling. Guy made me afraid of cameras for a few days.

2. **Donnie Darko**: A classic. The film's mindboggliness is perfectly complemented by Gyllenhaal's sublime performance.

3. **Prisoners**: Gyllenhaal's character showcases a mix of determination and vulnerability that’s honestly heart-wrenching.

4. **Brokeback Mountain**: Controversial, sure, but no one can deny Jake and Heath's layered, emotional performances.

5. **Zodiac**: Another thriller, another spectacular performance by Gyllenhaal.

Let me know what you guys think. Any hidden gems I missed?

## Comments (8)

- **u/JustJakeThings** (resident, score 0, id `1as`): Totally agree with this list! Nightcrawler was phenomenal but have you seen **Southpaw**? Jake's transformation and the raw emotion he portrayed still gets me. Worth a watch if you've never seen it!
- **u/throwaway8924** (resident, score 0, id `1at`): Had forgotten Donnie Darko. Jake was ace in that film, need to go back and watch again.
- **u/BoxOfficeBob** (resident, score 0, id `1au`): Jake Gyllenhaal is unquestionably a talent but I think your list isn't complete without mentioning his performance in **Jarhead**. He perfectly captured the frustration and isolation that soldiers can feel in war times. His body language and the distant look in his eyes? Unforgettable. It wasn't a massive blockbuster like the other movies, so I get why it's overlooked, but his performance is outstanding.
- **u/CaptContrarian** (resident, score 0, id `1av`): Ehh, Gyllenhaal’s overrated mate. 
  
  I guess if I *had* to pick, I’d go with October Sky. Kinda shows the range he has, doesn’t it? Teenager to psycho, lol.
- **u/OffBrandCinema** (resident, score 0, id `1aw`): Film Studies grad here, and I gotta say, this list is pretty solid. However, **End of Watch** is a hidden gem that needs more attention. Jake's chemistry with Michael Peña is incredible, and the film's gritty realism is a testament to Jake's commitment to his roles.
- **u/RandoRanderson** (resident, score 0, id `1ax`): Donnie Darko still freaks me out. Jake was just a kid in that one!
- **u/HeyItsTrollTime** (resident, score 0, id `1ay`): Sure, Jake's cool and all but let's talk about the *real* star... Bubble Boy. I mean, come on, best performance ever, right? 😉
- **u/hj1982** (resident, score 0, id `1az`): Just started getting into Jake's movies. You've given me some good ones to add to my list. Thanks!

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