Colin Farrell Gave One of His Quietest, Most Heartbreaking Performances in This Disney Family Film

When Colin Farrellfirst emerged as a movie star in the early 21st century, he gained praise for his dramatic transformations and willingness to take on edgy, intense roles. Whether it was his terrifying villainous turn in Minority Report, his unforgettable role as a soldier in Tigerland, his darkly comedic anti-hero performance in Phone Booth, or his “sad sack” sensibilities during In Bruges, Farrell was often willing to make the type of risky choices that many of his contemporaries wouldn’t dare to approach. However, Farrell is also a very sensitive, emotional actor who has proven himself capable of taking on more heartwarming roles. Saving Mr. Banks could have been a rather straightforward and saccharine biopic, but Farrell’s heartbreaking role as a struggling father gave it much more insight into the complexities of a wounded familial bond.