Emma Watson turns 33 today: here are 5 films to rediscover her

Emma Watson she’s an actress who doesn’t need much introduction now. After soon taking part in one of the most famous film sagas of recent years – that of Harry Potter – the actress has become a familiar face in the collective imagination. Born in Paris on April 15, 1990, Emma Watson was raised in Great Britain. Her debut in front of the camera took place thanks to harry potter, but since then the actress has never stopped, working in all kinds of films, from horror films such as Regression to those of the author such as Bling Rings. Also active in the political and social sphere, Emma Watson has become an example for many spectators, increasingly expanding her fan base.

Movies with Emma Watson to see absolutely

The Harry Potter saga

Undoubtedly the most famous role played by Emma Watson is that of Hermione Granger in the saga of Harry Potter. Although at one point Emma Watson had toyed with the idea of ​​leaving the saga given the weight it was having on her life, today it is impossible to imagine a Hermione Granger who does not have her face – an aspect that the new TV series by Harry Potter will certainly face. Through the eight films that make up the film saga dedicated to JK Rowling’s boy wizard, it is possible to see closely the growth of Emma Watson, her ever-increasing awareness and confidence in the acting field. The saga of Harry Potter

is an almost mandatory step for all fans of the actress, especially in the last two chapters of the saga, Deathly Hallows, when the dramatic weight of the events and, therefore, of the various interpretations increases considerably. The whole saga of Harry Potter is available on Prime Video.

We are infinite

Based on the novel by Stephen Chbosky, We are infinite is a coming-of-age story set, ça va sans dire, in high school, during the teenage years, those who are narratively more important for the creation of one’s identity. The protagonist of the story is the actor Logan Lerman, who plays a character who has difficulty making new friends and living like a normal teenager. Backed by a terrible crime that has influenced his entire life and often led him to deal with depression, the protagonist sees his life undergo a turning point when he befriends two boys, played by the problematic Ezra Miller and, indeed, Emma Watson. Also in this case the British actress finds herself grappling with an intelligent, determined character who almost plays the role of a mother figure for her more problematic friends. Also We are infinite is available on Prime Video.

The Circle

Another film based on a book – this time by Dave Eggers – The Circle tells the story of Mae Holland (Emma Watson), a provincial girl who can help her father (Bill Paxton) suffering from multiple sclerosis decides to work for an important technology and communications company headed by Eamon Bailey (Tom Hanks). It is the latter who launches The Circle on the market, a project with micro-cameras that gives everyone the opportunity to spy on others without any concern for privacy. Soon Mae, who had agreed to be one of the first to test The Circle’s micro cameras, realizes she can’t work for a man who has values ​​so different from hers and will therefore be forced to make a very delicate decision. With The Circle,

Emma Watson takes on a role that is a bit different from what her fans have become accustomed to. In this film directed by James Ponsoldt, Emma Watson plays a character grappling with a moral and therefore intimate, personal battle, which the actress manages to render very well. The Circle is available to watch on Prime Video.

The beauty and the Beast

Beyond the discussions on the qualitative value of Disney’s live action that slavishly follow animated films that have become real cults, the film from The beauty and the Beast however, it was a good success in terms of box office receipts. The story is those that everyone knows. An arrogant and spoiled prince (Dan Stevensmost famous for his performance in the TV series Downton Abbey) is turned into a beast along with all the inhabitants of his castle. The curse can only be destroyed when he will be able to love and be loved by someone, regardless of his monstrous aspect. In this film Emma Watson plays Belle, the woman who will destroy the spell and give a happy ending to a prince who was now raging in despair. Apart from a few additions here and there to “stretch the stock”, the live action is completely identical to the 1991 animated film. A film, therefore, which adds nothing new, but in which one must recognize the value of Emma Watson, who seems born to play Belle. The film is available to rent on Prime Video or for free on Disney+ (subscription required).

Little Women

After a live action, Emma Watson stars in a remake. Also in this case it would be useless to dwell on the evident critical state of creativity in Hollywood, which often tends to fall back on already successful stories. It is the case of Little Women

by Greta Gerwig, a film that doesn’t have much to say and which has been accompanied by some controversy. The story is that of the four March sisters who, against the backdrop of the American Civil War, grow up following the moral rules dictated by her mother, each one however retaining their individuality and their dreams. Specifically, Emma Watson plays Meg, the eldest of the sisters and the one who has more head on her shoulders. A girl who soon learns the futility of what is superfluous and vain and who realizes that her greatest dream, somehow, is to follow in the footsteps of her mother.

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