Jennifer Lawrence’s Top 12 Films Will Shock You—See Her Unexpected Picks!

Jennifer Lawrence is one of Hollywood’s most versatile and accomplished actresses, known for her diverse roles ranging from the action-packed Hunger Games franchise to the intense psychological drama Mother! Yet behind the fame and accolades, Lawrence’s love for film and her journey as an actress have been deeply influenced by her personal experiences and her passion for storytelling.

In a candid interview with 60 Minutes, Lawrence reflected on how her connection to acting began in her adolescence. “I struggled through school. I never felt very smart,” she shared. “And when I’m reading a script, and I feel like I know exactly what it would look like if somebody felt that way, that was a whole part of my brain that I didn’t know existed.” For Lawrence, acting was not just a career; it was a revelation, providing her with the confidence she never felt in her earlier years. Despite facing resistance from her parents when she first expressed her desire to drop out of school and pursue acting, Lawrence’s passion led her to move to New York at just 14 years old to kickstart her career.

Throughout her career, Lawrence’s love for cinema has only grown, and she has cultivated an eclectic range of favourite films that have shaped her understanding of the art form. Among her most cherished films are a mix of classic comedies, drama, and quirky indie gems, each having a unique influence on her as an actress.

One of Lawrence’s all-time favourite films is I Heart Huckabees, a 2004 comedy directed by David O. Russell. Despite its quirky, offbeat nature, Lawrence has a deep fondness for the film. “I love I Heart Huckabees. I think that might be my favourite comedy,” she said. “And I know it’s weird because every time I tell people that, they’re like, ‘Oh, I’ll have to see it.’ And I say, ‘You know, you might not like it,’ because it’s just so weird. But I loved it. I was obsessed with it when I first saw it; I watched it four times in one week.”

Here’s a list of the 12 films that Lawrence calls her favourites:

1. The Last Picture Show (Peter Bogdanovich – 1971)
2. Harold and Maude (Hal Ashby – 1971)
3. A Woman Under the Influence (John Cassavetes – 1974)
4. Planes, Trains and Automobiles (John Hughes – 1987)
5. Dumb and Dumber (Peter Farrelly – 1994)
6. There’s Something About Mary (Farrelly brothers – 1998)
7. The Big Lebowski (Coen brothers – 1998)
8. Bridget Jones’ Diary (Sharon Maguire – 2001)
9. Old School (Todd Phillips – 2003)
10. Lost in Translation (Sofia Coppola – 2003)
11. I Heart Huckabees (David O. Russell – 2004)
12. Midnight in Paris (Woody Allen – 2011)

Lawrence also expressed her admiration for Woody Allen’s Midnight in Paris, which she describes as “perfection.” “I was just blown away,” she said. “I think it might be my favourite movie now. I loved it. It was funny, it was inventive, imagination and dresses and all of our favourite writers. Owen Wilson was hilarious. It was just perfection.”

From quirky comedies like Dumb and Dumber and There’s Something About Mary to the cinematic elegance of Lost in Translation and Midnight in Paris, Lawrence’s list showcases a deep appreciation for films that blend humor, creativity, and emotional depth. These films have played a crucial role in shaping Lawrence’s perspective as both a viewer and a performer, providing a wide spectrum of styles and themes to explore and inspire her own craft.

As she continues to carve her own path in Hollywood, Lawrence’s love for film remains a constant thread in her life. Her choice of favourite films reflects not only her diverse taste in cinema but also the emotional resonance and the transformative power that storytelling has had on her journey to becoming one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actresses.