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Blake Lively movies: 10 performances ranked worst to best

  • Best Blake Lively films
    Best Blake Lively films

    Blake Lively's career path shows how she grew from a young star into a versatile actor who's not afraid to try different roles and movies. On-screen, she draws people in and shows real feelings, which has helped her stand out in a tough business.


    10 Blake Lively movies ranked from worst to best

     

    The Rhythm Section (2020)

    Blake Lively undergoes a gritty change in The Rhythm Section portraying Stephanie Patrick, a woman out for revenge after she learns a terrorist attack killed her family. This role puts her in the middle of a high-stakes spy story demanding both physical toughness and emotional struggle. It's a big shift from her earlier parts. The movie shows Lively in a new way going for a real-life feel instead of a glamorous look.


    All I See Is You (2016)

    In All I See Is You, Blake Lively plays Gina, a woman who gets her sight back after being blind for years. The movie looks at how her marriage changes as she starts to see again letting her notice not just the world around her, but also how her husband tries to control her. Lively gives a performance that doesn't shout but has many layers playing a role where she holds back her emotions but changes a lot inside.


    Accepted (2006)

    One of her early film roles, Accepted cast Lively in a lighter setting—a college comedy where students create a fake university. Her role as Monica Moreland offered a glimpse of her charm and appeal, characteristics that would define her early screen persona. Though the film leans on humor and satire, Lively’s presence adds a warm, engaging note to the ensemble.


    Savages (2012)

    Oliver Stone's crime thriller Savages casts Lively as Ophelia "O," a woman in a love triangle with two pot growers. A drug cartel kidnaps her sparking a brutal power clash. Her character serves as a symbolic anchor in the story's moral mess rather than driving the action. Still, Lively's presence gives weight to the film's emotional stakes.


    It Ends With Us (2024)

    Lively's recent film, It Ends With Us, puts her in a role with more emotional depth and social impact. She plays Lily Bloom, a florist dealing with an abusive relationship while reconnecting with an old flame. Lively brings tenderness and seriousness to a tricky subject. Her acting lends real feeling to a story about survival, decisions, and making peace.


    The Private Lives of Pippa Lee (2009)

    This thoughtful drama casts Lively as the young Pippa Lee, a woman who looks back on her life. Her performance complements Robin Wright's older Pippa illustrating how personal hardships and emotional development mold one's sense of self as time passes. Lively's scenes depict youthful impulsiveness and bewilderment adding depth to the film's non-chronological story with emotional nuance.


    Café Society (2016)

    Woody Allen's Café Society placed Lively in a love triangle set in the 1930s. As Veronica, she finds herself caught between ambition and love bringing elegance and sophistication to the historical backdrop. Lively's subtle acting meshes well with the film's wistful mood striking a balance between humor and earnestness.


    The Shallows (2016)

    Blake Lively shines in The Shallows as Nancy, a med student stuck on a rock with a shark swimming around her. This survival flick depends on her skill to show fear and determination. With few words and lots of suspense, Lively proves she can lead a movie that pushes her body and mind to the limit.


    The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005)

    The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants gave Blake Lively her big break. She played Bridget one of four pals linked by a special pair of jeans. Her acting bursts with life showing the ups and downs of being a teen. This role turned her from a newcomer into a star on the rise.


    The Town (2010)

    In The Town, Lively sheds her polished image to portray Krista, a troubled single mother entangled with criminals. The role required her to adopt a Boston accent and embody a lifestyle far removed from her previous roles. It’s a performance that reveals her capacity for transformation and raw emotion, standing out in a strong ensemble cast.


    Blake Lively’s filmography reveals an actress intent on balancing commercial appeal with layered, sometimes unconventional roles.

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