The 18 Best Cate Blanchett Movies, Ranked

At this point, declaring that Cate Blanchett is the best actress of her generation should hardly qualify as a controversial statement. She’s Gen X’s answer to Meryl Streep, both in the consistent quality of her work and her undeniable commitment to the craft of acting. While we’ve come to expect certain elements from a Blanchett performance — resolute strength, undeniable intelligence, and a flair for the theatrical — each is its own distinct and special experience.

And with her interest in producing only just beginning to result in exciting new projects from emerging voices making their way to the screen, Blanchett’s cinematic legacy looks like it will extend far beyond her existing filmography.

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