Oscar Isaac

Oscar Isaac is celebrated for his dynamic performances, often breaking the mold for Latino characters in Hollywood. In 2017, Vanity Fair hailed Isaac as the best actor of his generation, a title further reinforced by The New York Times when they listed him as one of the 25 greatest actors of the 21st century in 2020. Isaac's filmography is rich and varied, including roles in "Inside Llewyn Davis," "A Most Violent Year," "Ex Machina," "X-Men: Apocalypse," and "Dune". His role as Poe Dameron in the "Star Wars" sequel trilogy brought him global recognition. Isaac's continued presence in both film and television, combined with his accolades, including a Golden Globe Award and a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award, contributes to his ongoing recognition and public presence.

Isaac's roles often showcase his ability to convey complex and intense characters, exploring their hardships and complicated pasts. This was particularly evident in his performance in "Drive," where his portrayal of an ex-convict was noted for its "unanticipated intelligence and sincerity," and his role in the Coen brothers' drama "Inside Llewyn Davis," which was considered his breakthrough role. Additionally, Isaac's role in the HBO miniseries "Show Me a Hero" won him a Golden Globe, and his performance in "A Most Violent Year" earned him a National Board of Review Award for Best Actor. Beyond film, Isaac's stage work includes title roles in "Romeo and Juliet," "Hamlet," and "The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window".

More recently, Isaac has made his mark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe with the series "Moon Knight," where he played the titular superhero and also served as an executive producer. In 2021, he starred alongside Jessica Chastain in the series "Scenes from a Marriage," earning nominations for a Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, and Primetime Emmy Award for Best Actor in a miniseries. His performance as William Tell in "The Card Counter" was highly praised, earning him a nomination for the London Film Critics' Circle Award for Actor of the Year. In the pipeline, Isaac is set to voice Miguel O'Hara in "Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse" in 2027 and portray Victor Frankenstein in Guillermo del Toro's film "Frankenstein."