Rachel Weisz is 55 years old! 10 best films of the British actress who is great not only in "The Mummy" (11 photos)

Rachel Weisz is one of the most talented and versatile actresses of her generation, with a career that has been remarkably consistent. Since her film debut in the mid-1990s, she has established herself as an actress who can handle roles in a variety of genres, from period dramas to blockbusters and arthouse films.





Early in her career, Weisz gained recognition for her performances, winning several prestigious awards, including an Oscar and a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress in The Constant Gardener. In the mid-2010s, she definitely caught the trend of starring in films by modern classics with their extraordinary and provocative views on cinema. So she starred twice with Yorgos Lanthimos, demonstrating her ability to integrate into strange films that leave behind contradictory feelings.

Today, Rachel Weisz remains a sought-after, but at the same time, very underrated actress, whose name is not so well-known compared to some of her colleagues, whom she easily outdoes with the density of her filmography. Let's recall the top ten key films with her participation.

The Mummy (1999) The Mummy Returns (2001)



Evelyn Carnahan is an inquisitive and energetic Egyptologist whose research leads to the awakening of an ancient evil. Together with Rick O'Connell (Brendan Fraser), she travels through ancient ruins, unravels mysteries and fights the curse. And Imhotep. And scarabs!

The first part is the starting point of Rachel Weisz's success in Hollywood. Evelyn is the most important heroine in her career.

The Lobster (2015)





In a dystopian world where lonely people are turned into animals if they don't find a mate, Rachel Weisz's character is a mysterious woman living in an underground society of loners. She plays a key role in the fate of the main character (Colin Farrell), helping him understand his feelings.

The Constant Gardener (2006)



Tess Quayle is an activist fighting against pharmaceutical corruption in Africa. Her work becomes the center of a complex political intrigue, and her husband (Ralph Fiennes) is forced to seek answers that could change everything.

For this film, the actress received the only Oscar in her career so far.

Constantine: Lord of Darkness (2005)



Rachel Weisz plays a dual role as detective Angela Dodson and her twin sister. Angela tries to solve the mystery of her sister's mysterious death and turns to occult detective John Constantine (Keanu Reeves) for help, finding herself in a world of demons and supernatural forces.

Oz the Great and Powerful (2013)



A prequel to the 1939 Wizard of Oz. Weisz plays Evanora, the Wicked Witch of the East, who has charisma and ulterior motives. She manipulates those around her to establish her power in the Wizarding Land.

Agora (2009)



The philosopher Hypatia, played by Weiss, is one of the last great scholars of the ancient world. She studies the laws of astronomy, seeks knowledge, and defends her beliefs against the backdrop of religious and political conflict in Alexandria.

Enemy at the Gates (2001)



The main character is the legendary Soviet sniper Vasily Zaytsev (Jude Law), who becomes a symbol of hope for the besieged city. He is tracked down by the German master marksman Major Koenig (Ed Harris), and a deadly duel unfolds between them.

Rachel Weisz plays Tanya Chernova, a young woman working as a translator who decides to join the ranks of Soviet snipers. She is smart, brave, and ready to fight on equal terms with men. Her relationship with Vasily becomes an important part of the film, adding personal drama to the story against the backdrop of a horrific war.

Fountain (2006)



This film is a philosophical drama with elements of fantasy that intertwines three timelines. In the past, a Spanish conquistador searches for the Tree of Life to save the queen (Rachel Weisz) from her enemies. In the present, a scientist (Hugh Jackman) desperately tries to find a cure for his wife Isabel (Rachel Weisz again), who is dying of cancer. In the future, a mysterious hermit monk travels to a star, comprehending the meaning of life and death.

Weisz's heroines are the central element of all three stories.

Runaway Judgment (2003)



A legal thriller in which a young and ambitious lawyer Nick Easter (John Cusack) finds himself embroiled in a complex case against a powerful weapons corporation. The film focuses on the trial, in which the plaintiffs accuse the company of causing the deaths of people with its products.

Rachel Weisz plays Marley, a mysterious woman who works with Nick. She has exceptional insight and helps him in the fight against the corporation, using cunning manipulation and legal tricks. As the film progresses, it turns out that she has her own motivations, and her role turns out to be key in the trial.

The Favourite (2018)



Weisz's character, Sarah Churchill, is Queen Anne's favourite and rules the country in her name. She is smart, calculating and defends her position until a new rival appears at court - Emma Stone's character.

Both Rachel Weisz and Emma Stone received Oscar nominations for this film. Moreover, in the same category, so they competed at the ceremony.