Jennifer Lawrence is an incredible actress with an extraordinary filmography to boot. Even since her Oscar-winning role in ‘Silver Linings Playbook,’ she has become a household name with ‘The Hunger Games’ franchise. She also played Mystique in the ‘X-Men’ franchise, further cementing her status as an A-lister. 

But lately, she has delivered a few duds. Her choice of roles post-X-Men leaves much to be desired, whether the arthouse or mainstream films. After taking some time off, the Oscar-winning actress has made a comeback with ‘No Hard Feelings.’ The film’s success has reminded the audience of her iconic screen performances. 

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5 Best Acting Performances From Jennifer Lawrence

1. Silver Linings Playbook (2012)

An obvious choice. Jennifer Lawrence was only 22 when she won her Academy Award for the feelgood drama ‘Silver Linings Playbook.’ Her casting was met with the questions of emotional maturity. But Lawrence, as Tiffany, gives an enlightening performance way beyond her years. As Tiffany, she’s unapologetically herself despite going down a tragic path. 

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2. Winter’s Bone (2010)

Jennifer Lawrence turned a star-making performance in ‘Winter’s Bone’ before she became a star. As the family’s primary caretaker disappears, Lawrence, as Ree Dolly scorches the earth while trying to bring him back. Lawrence shows unbelievable toughness and vulnerability in this cold and damp backwoods thriller.

3. Causeway (2022)

‘Causeway’ is a far cry from Jennifer Lawrence’s blockbuster rut, which finds her back in the strength of her starring turn in ‘Winter’s Bone,’ an act of meditation and mercy after life deals you a shitty hand. The Jennifer Lawrence of the old is back in this slice-of-life drama as she attempts a life of rehabilitation through unexpected friendships that become lessons in learning and loving.

4. American Hustle (2013)

David O. Russel’s ‘American Hustle’ is a maddening mixture of truth and fiction. Jennifer Lawrence shines and explodes on the scene in a cast of Christian Bale, Amy Adams, and Bradley Cooper. With her flaming unpredictability and shifting emotional range, she chews every scene and co-star present.

5. No Hard Feelings (2023)

‘No Hard Feelings’ is on everyone’s radar for its R-rated humor. But under the veneer of dirty jokes is the story of a sweet friendship that leaves you beaming as the credits roll. Lawrence plays Maddie, a down-on-her-luck woman who answers a strange Craigslist listing. With ‘No Hard Feelings,’ she finally brings her comic timing to the screen in a career resurgent performance.

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