Actor
Jodie Foster
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ActorJodie FosterWHAT WAS SAID
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Inside Man (2006)
The hosts call this a standout use of Foster, highlighting her icy, sexy, manipulative energy.
About 16 minPanic Room (2002)
Praised as the ideal believable, steely lead who anchors the movie.
About 24 minTaxi Driver (1976)
Celebrated for an astonishingly mature child performance that shaped her career.
About 16 minThe Silence of the Lambs (1991)
Considered central to the movie’s success, though Bill prefers other Foster performances in pure acting terms.
About 8 minThe Silence of the Lambs (1991)
Praised for a determined, deeply human Clarice performance and career-defining toughness.
About 24 minWorking Girl (1988)
Used as the Oscar rival that beat Melanie Griffith in a very competitive year.
About 8 minForrest Gump (1994)
Discussed mostly in connection with Nell and the broader 1994 Oscar field.
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Mentioned in a production-intensity example about The Silence of the Lambs.
About 80 minA Few Good Men (1992)
Named as a reported contender for Demi Moore's role.
About 56 minCape Fear (1991)
Mentioned as part of the Silence of the Lambs comparison set.
About 8 minFast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)
Mentioned as another actor reportedly considered for Stacy.
About 72 minFatal Attraction (1987)
Mentioned only in relation to Glenn Close losing an Oscar for The Accused.
About 80 minThe Bad News Bears (1976)
Mentioned as an original casting choice for Amanda who dropped out for Taxi Driver.
About 24 minThe Game (1997)
Mentioned as an early casting idea that the hosts think would not have worked as well.
About 32 minTrue Lies (1994)
Mentioned in a casting-what-if rumor as an alleged original choice for Helen.
About 64 minEVERY MATCH