1. Midnight Run 1988，IMDB Rating: 7.5, IMDB Votes: 95605, ID: 0095631 Photo by bfoliver.com, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 ‘Midnight Run’ brilliantly showcases De Niro’s exceptional comic timing as he portrays a former cop turned bounty hunter, delivering an entertaining blend of personality quirks and clever performances that make it a must-watch for intelligent comedy lovers.
2. Wag the Dog 1997，IMDB Rating: 7.1, IMDB Votes: 89021, ID: 0120885 Photo by wiki.gallery, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 ‘Wag the Dog’ serves as a sharp political satire where De Niro shines as a spin doctor attempting to divert attention from a presidential scandal, leaving viewers both amused and reflective, thanks to his commendable performance that adds rich depth to the narrative.
3. Mad Dog and Glory 1993，IMDB Rating: 6.2, IMDB Votes: 22853, ID: 0107473 Photo by lh6.googleusercontent.com, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 In ‘Mad Dog and Glory’, De Niro plays a shy cop, a role that showcases his ability to transform himself physically. The film is a smart comedy, focusing on the quirks and personalities of its characters. De Niro’s performance is both original and refreshing, much like his role in ‘About My Father’.
4. The King of Comedy 1982，IMDB Rating: 7.8, IMDB Votes: 120713, ID: 0085794 Photo by hancinema.net, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 The King of Comedy, directed by Martin Scorsese, is a painful and arid film that presents an agonizing portrait of lonely, angry people. Robert De Niro’s performance as Rupert Pupkin, a nerdish man in his 30s who fantasizes himself as a television star, is hilarious and baffling. The film’s style changes to a documentary feel and then back again, making it a unique and engaging watch.
5. We’re No Angels 1989，IMDB Rating: 6.1, IMDB Votes: 24842, ID: 0098625 Photo by wikimedia.org, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 In ‘We’re No Angels,’ Robert De Niro teams up with Sean Penn in a comedy that, despite its lack of impact, offers an interesting plot about two convicts mistaken for priests, reminding us that even flawed films can have nuanced portrayals of family dynamics and engaging performances worth experiencing.
6. Hi, Mom! 1970，IMDB Rating: 6.1, IMDB Votes: 5940, ID: 0065836 Photo by vimeocdn.com, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Hi, Mom! is a unique film that tells an original story in an original way. Robert De Niro plays the lead role of a man who practices hosting an imaginary talk show in his mother’s basement. The film’s exploration of neurodivergence in cinema is commendable, and De Niro’s performance is both hilarious and baffling.
7. Greetings 1968，IMDB Rating: 5.7, IMDB Votes: 4003, ID: 0063036 Photo by wikimedia.org, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Greetings,’ directed by Brian De Palma, brings together a series of comedic episodes reminiscent of Laurel and Hardy, showcasing De Niro’s talent amid humorous banter and slapstick antics, proving that even plotless films can provide enjoyable entertainment by capturing the essence of society’s humor.
8. Ezra 2023，IMDB Rating: 6.4, IMDB Votes: 2346, ID: 20315818 Photo by i0.wp.com, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 ‘Ezra’ stands out as a heartfelt film that dives deep into the challenges of parenting an autistic child, with De Niro delivering a powerful performance as a protective father, making it a touching yet mixed experience that resonates with those grappling with similar circumstances.
9. The Gang That Couldn’t Shoot Straight 1971，IMDB Rating: 4.8, IMDB Votes: 1607, ID: 0067124 Photo by austinrailnow.files.wordpress.com, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 The Gang That Couldn’t Shoot Straight attempts to blend comedy with crime but often stumbles, suffering from heavy-handed direction and a meandering plot; however, some scenes manage to create genuine laughs, marking it as a historically relevant, albeit flawed, film.
10. Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Secrest 2011 2010，IMDB Rating: 7.5, IMDB Votes: 36, ID: 1800681 Photo by live.staticflickr.comk, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Secrest 2011 is a popular annual New Year’s tradition. The show celebrates the year’s best in music and gives viewers a look at New Year’s celebrations from around the globe. However, specific reviews or detailed information about the 2011 show could not be found.
11. Born to Win (1971) 2014，IMDB Rating: 0.0, IMDB Votes: 0, ID: 5692968 Photo by upload.wikimedia.org, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 Born to Win is a crime thriller that awkwardly mixes gritty drama with quirky comedy. It chronicles a group of misfits bound together by heroin. Despite some good acting, the script is criticized for being vague and the film is seen as a bleak portrait of New York City’s drug culture. However, some reviewers found the film surprisingly good.
12. The Wedding Party 1969，IMDB Rating: 4.7, IMDB Votes: 1573, ID: 0065198 Photo by staticflickr.com, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 The Wedding Party, crafted by Brian De Palma, features a soon-to-be groom navigating interactions with family and wedding party members, though its humor and direction receive criticism, some reviewers find a certain charm in its flawed execution that still warrants attention.
13. Amsterdam 2022，IMDB Rating: 6.1, IMDB Votes: 95474, ID: 10304142 Photo by upload.wikimedia.org, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 Amsterdam boasts a star-studded cast but has been described as a chaotic blend of ideas, offering criticism for its lack of depth in characters and visual storytelling; nevertheless, a few reviewers appreciated its originality and fresh take on the cinematic experience.
14. Mistress 1992，IMDB Rating: 5.4, IMDB Votes: 2410, ID: 0104892 Photo by upload.wikimedia.org, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 Mistress (1992) is a comedy-drama film directed by Barry Primus, starring Robert De Niro. The film is about a Hollywood screenwriter and director named Marvin Landisman who is working on cheaply-made instructional videos when his years-old script is read by Jack Roth, a has-been producer. The film received mixed reviews, with some critics appreciating the sharp comic performances while others criticized the film’s predictability and lack of originality. As a movie lover who enjoys adventurous and creative films, I found Mistress to be a unique exploration of the struggles of a Hollywood screenwriter. Despite its predictability, the film offers an engaging narrative and a memorable performance by Robert De Niro.
15. Jennifer on My Mind 1971，IMDB Rating: 4.0, IMDB Votes: 492, ID: 0067266 Photo by upload.wikimedia.org, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 Jennifer on My Mind (1971) follows the passionate yet troubled love story between two affluent young adults in Venice, receiving mixed reviews as an ‘enjoyable flop’; as a budding film enthusiast, I found its exploration of young love and the dark side of drug culture intriguingly relevant despite its shortcomings.
16. Les cent et une nuits de Simon Cinéma 1995，IMDB Rating: 6.5, IMDB Votes: 1925, ID: 0112654 Photo by upload.wikimedia.org, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 Les cent et une nuits de Simon Cinéma (1995), directed by Agnès Varda, presents a whimsical celebration of a century of cinema, featuring humorous commentary on films from around the world, and as a young movie lover, I found its delightful approach to cinematic history both entertaining and enlightening.
Robert De Niro: A Journey Through Laughter and Heart in Film
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