Daniel Day‑Lewis As Abraham Lincoln In Lincoln (2012)
While Sir Daniel Michael Blake Day-Lewis may have taken his final bow in the movie industry, his legacy lives on. Many hold him in high regard as the crème de la crème of his acting generation, a titan amongst thespians. His name will forever echo in the annals of cinematic history, revered as one of the most phenomenal actors to have ever graced the silver screen.
When he took on the role of Abraham Lincoln in the film ‘Lincoln’, he became the talk of the town, praised by all and sundry. He dove headfirst into the character, spending an entire year prepping, devouring over 100 books on Lincoln, and clocking in countless hours with the makeup artist to nail the physical resemblance. His portrayal was so stellar, it earned him a coveted BAFTA Britannia Award.