Jennifer Lawrence is a four-time Oscar nominated actress, with one win under her belt. From breaking out as Katniss Everdeen to starring in dramas to trying out thrillers, there’s nothing that this actress can’t do. This celebrity has so many die-hard fans behind her, and there’s a movie of every type for her fans to enjoy.
With so many memorable roles to choose from, Lawrence has proven that she can play some less serious roles in dramas, and has also shown that she can be as dark as they come.
Aurora Lane – Passengers (2016)
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This sci-fi drama stars Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Pratt. They are passengers on an aircraft travelling to a new colony, but Jim’s sleep chambers malfunctions, and he awakens Aurora – 90 years early.
This romance drama is full of suspense, hate, and still a beautiful story of love and life. It’s the most light-hearted, despite its drama, because it’s all about love.
Tiffany – Silver Linings Playbook (2012)
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While this romantic comedy drama follows two people with mental illness, the vibe of the movie is still incredibly humorous and light-hearted. With Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper, this David O. Russell directed flick is home to J-Law’s Oscar.
A former teacher with bipolar disorder moves back in with his parents, and his life becomes all the more complicated when he meets Tiffany – a woman with her own internal struggles. This flick is a must-see, with Lawrence at her best.
Joy – Joy (2015)
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Jennifer Lawrence is clearly one of David O. Russell’s actresses of choice. In this biography drama, she once again teams up with Robert De Niro and Bradley Cooper.
She plays a founder of a business – for a mop. She struggles to get it to sell, and the movie follows her story as she becomes a powerful business woman. This Oscar-nominated flick is definitely not disturbing, but certainly has its serious moments.
Raven – X-Men: First Class (2011)
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Fans who loved Katniss Everdeen might have been surprised to remember that she’s been in this popular superhero franchise since 2011. She plays Raven/Mystique, and joins James McAvoy and Michael Fassbender.
This is a family superhero flick, and while it isn’t comedic, it’s definitely more on the light-hearted side when it comes to action and sci-fi.
Katniss Everdeen – The Hunger Games (2012)
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This hit series was a teen favorite, and everyone was definitely dressing up as Katniss Everdeen for Halloween. While the concept of a dystopian world where teens fight to the death is definitely disturbing, this is still more so a family adventure series.
It’s definitely not for young kids out there, but it certainly became a high-grossing flick with so many die-hard fans behind it – with Lawrence as their favorite.
Rosalyn Rosenfeld – American Hustle (2013)
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This crime drama is also directed by David O. Russell, and Lawrence teams up with Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner, and Bradley Cooper. A con man and his partner must work with an FBI agent, to help them uncover members of a mafia.
Lawrence’s performance is astounding, and this flick received 10 whopping Oscar nominations. Of course, it has some comedic spins, but it’s definitely more on the darker side.
Ree – Winter’s Bone (2010)
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This mystery drama was the flick that got this actress noticed. Receiving her first Academy Award nomination, Lawrence plays a young girl that grew up in the mountains.
She tries to hunt down her father, a drug-dealer, all while battling vicious terrain, family lines, and social relationships. This flick is a hidden gem, and it’s definitely not so light-hearted.
Elissa – House At The End Of The Street (2012)
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This might be the lowest-rated of this talented actress’ movies, but it still remains a popular treat for her die-hard fans. A mother and daughter move to a small town, and the daughter learns that an accident happened at the end of their street.
After befriending another boy, Elissa quickly learns that another murder is afoot – but it’s not an accident. This horror flick is obviously leaning towards disturbing, and is certainly a cult favorite for fans of this actress.
Mother – Mother! (2017)
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This drama thriller tells a stunning metaphorical story about God and Mother Earth (that isn’t super obvious to most first-time viewers). Directed by Darren Aronofsky, Jennifer Lawrence teams up with Javier Bardem.
A married and pregnant couple find their tranquil life totally uninterrupted by a series of guests that are disruptive and destructive. This thriller is chilling, and definitely deserves to be one of Lawrence’s most disturbing (yet wonderful) films.
Dominika Egorova – Red Sparrow (2018)
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This is one of Lawrence’s newest flicks, and is undoubtedly the hardest to watch and the most disturbing. She plays a Russian intelligence agent, who is cruelly trained to use her body as a weapon.
She is tasked to target a CIA agent, but together they discover even more disturbing truths. This flick is not for the faint of heart, but is an incredibly change of pace for this dynamic actress.