The best movies of Hailee Steinfeld

Hailee Steinfeld is one of the young actresses in Hollywood whose talent in acting blossomed from a young age. Join Analyzoor in reviewing her best movies

In the relatively short years of Hailee Steinfeld’s acting career, she can be considered one of the best young stars in cinema. She was nominated for an Oscar at the age of 14 and even before that, she appeared in several short films and TV series. However, her role in the film True Grit was a launching pad for this young talent to try her luck in both the acting and music worlds

In recent years, we have seen this young star perform in several captivating TV series. Additionally, she has shone brightly in the music scene. Hailee Steinfeld is a calm, cheerful, and friendly girl with a warm demeanor. Now in her twenties, she has appeared in over ten films and several TV series

 

Movie: 3 Days to Kill

Genre: Action, Drama, Spy

Director: Joseph McGinty Nichol

Cast: Kevin Costner, Hailee Steinfeld, and Connie Nielsen

Production Studios: EuropaCorp and Wonderland Sound and Vision

Year of Release: 2014

In the movie Three Days to Kill, we meet an international and dangerous spy who is determined to leave his risky life behind and form a closer relationship with his wife and daughter, a family he had to abandon long ago due to security issues.

However, before taking this step, he must complete his last mission, which is not easy at all. To succeed in this mission, he has to do two difficult tasks: hunt down the world’s most ruthless terrorist and, for the first time in ten years, take care of his teenage daughter in the absence of his wife, who is out of town

Movie: Pitch Perfect

Genre: Comedy, Musical, Romance

Director: Jason Moore

Cast: Anna Kendrick, Brittany Snow, and Hailee Steinfeld

Production Studios: Gold Circle Films, Brownstone Productions

Year of Release: 2015

 

In her early roles, Hailee Steinfeld often played young girls or high school teenagers, appropriate for her age. However, undoubtedly, her best performance in this age range was in the film Pitch Perfect, where she portrayed a talented high school student.

Her role in this film showcased Hailee Steinfeld’s ability to perform in comedic roles with a more cheerful atmosphere and even highlighted her singing talent. Performing a solo song in Pitch Perfect served as a prelude to her career as a singer, opening a new door for her to pursue other activities alongside acting

 

Movie: Ender’s Game

Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Action

Director: Gavin Hood

Cast: Harrison Ford, Asa Butterfield, and Hailee Steinfeld

Production Studios: Summit Entertainment, Digital Domain

Year of Release: 2013
 

In the future, Earth is preparing to defend itself against an alien race called the Formics, who had previously attacked and caused massive destruction. To ensure humanity’s survival, the International Fleet recruits and trains gifted children to become military commanders. Ender Wiggin, a brilliant but quiet boy, is selected for his exceptional strategic thinking. He is sent to an advanced military academy in space, where he undergoes rigorous training and simulations to prepare for the impending battle against the Formics.

Key points:

• Formics: Alien race that previously attacked Earth.
• International Fleet: Organization training children to become military leaders.
• Ender Wiggin: Protagonist, a gifted child chosen for his strategic abilities.
• Military Academy: Space-based training facility for future commanders

Movie: The Homesman

Genres: Drama, Tragedy, Western

Director: Tommy Lee Jones

Cast: Tommy Lee Jones, Hailee Steinfeld, Hilary Swank

Production Studios: The Javelina Film Company, Ithaca

Year of Release: 2014

The Homesman is a 2014 Western historical drama film directed by Tommy Lee Jones. The story is set in the 1850s Midwest and follows Mary Bee Cuddy (played by Hilary Swank), a pious and independent woman who volunteers to transport three women driven mad by pioneer life across the country. She enlists the help of George Briggs (played by Tommy Lee Jones), a low-life drifter.

Hailee Steinfeld plays the role of Tabitha Hutchinson, a young girl who appears later in the film. The film explores themes of survival, mental illness, and the harsh realities of frontier life.

Here are some key points:

• Setting: 1850s Midwest.
• Main Characters: Mary Bee Cuddy (Hilary Swank), George Briggs (Tommy Lee Jones), Tabitha Hutchinson (Hailee Steinfeld).
• Themes: Survival, mental illness, frontier life.

 

Movie: Bumblebee

Genre: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction

Director: Travis Knight

Cast: Hailee Steinfeld, Jorge Lendeborg Jr., Rachel Crow

Production Studios: Allspark Pictures, Di Bonaventura Pictures

Year of Release: 2018

On the run in the year 1987, Bumblebee finds refuge in a junkyard in a small Californian beach town. Charlie (Hailee Steinfeld), on the cusp of turning 18 and trying to find her place in the world, discovers Bumblebee, battle-scarred and broken. When Charlie revives him, she quickly learns this is no ordinary yellow VW bug

 

Movie: The Edge Of Seventeen

Genre: Comedy, Drama
Director: Kelly Fremon Craig
Cast: Hailee Steinfeld, Blake Jenner, and Haley Lu Richardson
Production Studios: STX Entertainment and Huayi Brothers
Year of Release: 2016

 The Edge of Seventeen is a coming-of-age comedy-drama film that follows the life of Nadine Franklin (played by Hailee Steinfeld), an awkward 17-year-old high school student. Nadine struggles with typical teenage issues and the complexities of growing up. Her life takes a turn when her best friend starts dating her older brother, leaving her feeling more alone than ever. She finds an unexpected ally in her high school teacher, Mr. Bruner (played by Woody Harrelson), who helps her navigate the challenges of adolescence

 

Film: Begin Again

Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Director: John Carney

Cast: Keira Knightley, Mark Ruffalo, and Hailee Steinfeld

Production Studios: Exclusive Media, Sycamore Pictures

Year of Release: 2013

In the film Begin Again, we meet the two main characters played by Mark Ruffalo and Keira Knightley, who accidentally meet in New York City and later bond over their shared love for music. In this film, Hailee Steinfeld plays Violet, Mark Ruffalo’s teenage daughter. Although her screen time is not very long, she delivers incredibly warm and emotional moments.

Violet is a girl trying to develop her relationship with her father while also seeking a deeper connection with Knightley’s character through their love of music. At that time, Steinfeld was still a very young actress, and playing such a role, which required conveying emotional depth and complexity, was a significant challenge that she successfully accomplished

 

Film: True Grit

Genre: Drama, Western

Directors: Coen Brothers

Cast: Jeff Bridges, Matt Damon, and Hailee Steinfeld

Production Studios: Paramount Pictures, Skydance Media

Year of Release: 2010

In the film True Grit, a determined young girl named Mattie Ross (played by Hailee Steinfeld) seeks justice for her father’s murder. She enlists the help of a tough, one-eyed U.S. Marshal named Rooster Cogburn (played by Jeff Bridges). Together, they embark on a dangerous journey to find the killer. Along the way, they are joined by Texas Ranger LaBoeuf (played by Matt Damon), who is also tracking the same man for a different crim