Vanessa Kirby is a renowned British actress who has taken the acting world with her captivating performances across various genres.

From thrilling action movies to heartfelt dramas, Kirby’s on-screen presence never fails to impress.

Being active in the entertainment industry for over a decade, she has over 30 acting credits per her IMDb profile.

That being said, let’s explore her top five must-watch movies that deserve a spot on every movie lover’s watchlist.

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One

Kirby’s role as Alanna Mitsopolis, also known as White Widow, in the Mission: Impossible franchise has been nothing short of captivating. 

Since her first appearance in 2018’s Mission: Impossible – Fallout, Kirby has brought depth and complexity to the character of a black-market arms dealer and broker.

It is no surprise that she has returned to reprise this iconic role in the latest installment, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One directed by Christopher McQuarrie.

Loved Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning Part One. Legit the best female action cast I’ve seen.

Hayley Atwell, Vanessa Kirby, Rebecca Ferguson, and Pom Klementieff carry the entire movie. Tom Cruise is just along for the ride in this one. pic.twitter.com/P6TQubfDU5 — TGK ∙ The Good Knight ? (@ThGoodKnight)

In Dead Reckoning Part One, the stakes are higher than ever as Tom Cruise’s return as Ethan Hunt and his IMF team confront a formidable rogue AI known as “the Entity.” 

As the plot unfolds, the suspense and action intensify, and Kirby’s portrayal of White Widow adds an intriguing layer of mystery to the narrative. 

Kirby’s character’s connections to her deceased father, Max, initially portrayed by Vanessa Redgrave in the franchise’s first film, add depth and complexity to her motivations and actions throughout the movie.

The Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One premiered on the Spanish Steps in Rome on June 19, 2023, and on July 12, 2023, in the United States by Paramount Pictures. 

Additionally, Kirby is confirmed to return in the direct sequel, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two, scheduled to hit theaters on June 28, 2024. 

Pieces of a Woman

In the 2020 film Pieces of a Woman, Kirby plays an incredibly powerful and moving performance as the main character, Martha Weiss. 

Directed by Kornél Mundruczó, with a screenplay by Kata Wéber, the movie revolves around Weiss and her partner Sean, portrayed by Shia LaBeouf, as they embark on the journey of parenthood. 

However, their lives take a devastating turn when a home birth they had planned ends in an unimaginable tragedy. 

Vanessa Kirby in the ‘Pieces of a Woman.’ (Source: )

What follows is a deeply emotional and gripping yearlong odyssey for Weiss as she grapples with the profound grief and trauma resulting from the loss of her child.

As the story unfolds, the movie shows Weiss struggling to maintain her relationships amidst overwhelming grief. Her interactions with her husband and her domineering mother are filled with tension and heartache as they all cope with the aftermath of the tragic event. 

Furthermore, the film showcases the emotional toll of a shattered dream and offers a poignant and ultimately transcendent message of hope and healing.

The movie was released in select theaters on December 30, 2020, followed by its digital streaming on Netflix on January 7, 2021.

Kirby’s performance in Pieces of a Woman earned critical acclaim and Academy Award, BAFTA, SAG, Critics’ Choice, and Golden Globe nominations.

Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw

In the 2019 buddy action comedy film Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, Kirby delivers an exhilarating performance as Hattie Shaw, an MI6 field agent and the sister of Deckard Shaw, portrayed by Jason Statham. 

Directed by David Leitch, the movie takes the Fast & Furious franchise to new heights, with Kirby’s portrayal of Hattie adding an exciting new dimension to the film, as her character becomes the focal point of the intense plot.

The Shaw family isn’t just brothers. Meet Hattie Shaw, she could definitely handle herself. Vanessa Kirby stars in Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, NOW SHOWING in Trinidad and Tobago cinemas in 3D, IMAX 3D and 4DX! Get your tickets now! pic.twitter.com/te7GGBcIhI — Universal Trinidad (@Universal_TT)

The story centers on an unlikely alliance between Luke Hobbs, played by Dwayne Johnson, and the outcast Deckard Shaw, as they join forces to combat a cyber-genetically enhanced villain named Brixton Lore, played by Idris Elba. 

Hattie Shaw is at the center of the conflict, being hunted down by Brixton due to her connection to a deadly virus that could threaten the future of humanity. 

Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw premiered at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on July 13, 2019, and in the United States on August 2, 2019, by Universal Pictures.

Kirby’s portrayal of Hattie received praise from both critics and audiences, as she seamlessly blended into the high-octane world of fast cars and daring stunts. 

Queen & Country

Kirby portrays the role of Dawn Rohan in Queen & Country, the sequel to the acclaimed film Hope and Glory, directed by John Boorman.

The movie picks up with the grown-up Bill Rohan, portrayed by Callum Turner, who finds himself drafted into the army. 

Queen & Country (2014) Bill Rohan has grown up and is drafted into the army, where he and his eccentric best mate, Percy, battle their snooty superiors on the base and look for love in town. Callum Turner, Vanessa Kirby, David Thewlis. https://t.co/nVMWfB3uZMpic.twitter.com/W4wBuBUuKg — Dvd Daddy ???? (@DVD_Daddy)

Alongside his eccentric best friend, Percy, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, camaraderie, and a quest for love in a town that holds both opportunities and challenges.

As Dawn, Kirby brings depth and charm to the character, adding a touch of warmth and vulnerability to the narrative. 

The plot unfolds in the backdrop of a military base, where Bill and Percy find themselves at odds with their snooty superiors. 

Kirby’s performance captures the essence of a young woman navigating her challenges and dreams amidst the backdrop of military protocol and expectations. 

The film premiered at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival on May 20, 2014, and then in the UK on May 8, 2015. 

Mr. Jones

In the 2019 biographical thriller film Mr. Jones, Kirby portrays Ada Brooks, a fellow British journalist who becomes a pivotal figure in the gripping story of Gareth Jones, portrayed by James Norton. 

Directed by the acclaimed Agnieszka Holland, the movie chronicles the harrowing journey of Jones, a journalist from Wales, as he travels to the Soviet Union in 1933. 

Vanessa Kirby alongside James Norton in ‘Mr. Jones.’ (Source: )

There, he uncovers the chilling truth about the Holodomor, a devastating famine that struck Ukraine, resulting in the deaths of millions of people.

Kirby’s portrayal of Brooks adds a layer of intrigue and tension to the narrative. As a British journalist under close surveillance by the OGPU, the Soviet secret police, Ada’s involvement in the story becomes pivotal to Jones’ quest for the truth. 

Their chance encounter in Moscow leads to a significant revelation that his contact was murdered by the authorities while investigating the alleged Ukrainian agricultural revolution, exposing the horrifying reality of the famine.

The movie premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival on February 10, 2019, and in the United Kingdom on February 7, 2020.

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