‘Flawless’ biopic Ben Affleck says ‘changed his life’ streaming free | Films | Entertainment | EUROtoday

Ben Affleck, the main man in The Accountant 2, at present dazzling audiences on silver screens, has unveiled a collection of his all-time favorite movies—a lot of that are available for streaming.

The Hollywood icon received to reside out each movie lover’s fantasy throughout an episode of Criterion Closet Picks the place he was invited to peruse the revered Criterion Collection, choosing some cherished classics.

While nestled amongst Criterion’s treasures, Affleck identified a number of cinematic gems that may be both bought or, for the thriftier cineastes, streamed.

His curated choice contains Hollywood Shuffle, Bull Durham, and the spine-chilling Silence of the Lambs, all accessible on Prime Video.

Additionally, followers of quintessential teen comedy Fast Times at Ridgemont High directed by Amy Heckerling can catch it on Sky Go and NOW; in the meantime, Affleck’s personal star-turn in Armageddon alongside Bruce Willis and Liv Tyler is accessible on Disney+.

But, from Affleck’s storied checklist, only one title is on supply utterly freed from cost.

Spike Lee’s profoundly influential 1992 biopic Malcolm X, with Denzel Washington portraying the enduring civil rights chief, could be streamed utterly free on BBC iPlayer. The movie struck a profound chord with Affleck, prompting him to name it “life-changing”.

He praised Washington’s portrayal as unparalleled, saying: “There is not a performance I can think of that’s better than this.

“I bear in mind the place I used to be once I watched it,” adding poignantly, “I bear in mind once I walked out I assumed, ‘I need to be a greater man’.

“It was the first time a movie has touched me in that kind of profound way.”

Critics and film buffs alike are united of their adoration for Lee’s cinematic gem, with a stellar 89 p.c crucial score on Rotten Tomatoes and an excellent increased appreciation from the viewers at 91 p.c.

One succinct five-star overview on Letterboxd hailed it as “the pinnacle of biopics.”

Praise continued to flood in with one other heartfelt endorsement proclaiming: “A genuine masterpiece. Denzel Washington gives one of the greatest performances of all time.”

Additionally, an fanatic exclaimed: “This had the most greatest, most bada** opening in cinematic history. Spike’s decision from the burning flag to the Rodney King footage. Malcolm’s words brought to life by Denzel.

“Terrance Blanchard’s trumpet wailing within the again. Flawless. It’s 2020 and that is nonetheless related right now greater than ever. Hands down the perfect Spike Lee film imo.”

To conclude the wave of acclaim, another admirer confessed: “I’m utterly blown away. I used to be choking up with tears rolling down my face for the complete ultimate 5 minutes.

“One of the longest films I’ve ever seen and it never drags for a second. Everything from directing/acting/cinematography works across the board.”

With a lot reward, the query arises: Is this the best biopic in existence?

You can decide for your self by watching Malcolm X on BBC iPlayer this coming weekend.

Malcolm X is accessible to stream on BBC iPlayer.