About the best roles of Ana de Armas, the Cuban who conquered Hollywood and the whole world.

Ana Celia de Armas Caso stormed into Hollywood space, becoming one of the most recognizable and sought-after young actresses. It took her only 5 years to reach the pinnacle of the American film industry, and by 2020 she was already competing for the Golden Globe award, alongside Cate Blanchett and Emma Thompson.

The Cuban-Spanish actress has about 20 roles in major projects to her name, and soon we will see her in the new Bond film, but today we will look at the 5 best films of Ana de Armas to date.

The Informer (2019)

In the tense action film by Andrea Di Stefano, the actress got the role of the wife of the main character, who finds himself in a difficult situation. The character of Joel Kinnaman works as an undercover FBI informant, but after a series of circumstances, his life and his family's well-being are at stake.

Ana de Armas did not get much screen time, but in the minutes allotted, she managed to create a convincing image of a selfless lady who will do anything to save her family.

Blade Runner 2049 (2017)

At the time of Ana de Armas' casting in the sequel to the legendary film by Ridley Scott, the actress already had experience in Hollywood projects, but it was this casting success that became her ticket to the top echelon.

In the film by Denis Villeneuve, she got the role of an artificial intelligence and the object of adoration of the main character, played by Ryan Gosling. The actress created a unique, mesmerizing, and attractive image. This role earned her a nomination for the prestigious Saturn Award in the field of science fiction cinema.

Hands of Stone (2016)

In 2016, a modest film called "Hands of Stone" was released on the big screen, which nevertheless had something to offer its audience. This includes the real story of the famous boxer Roberto Durán, and a stellar cast that, besides our heroine, includes Edgar Ramírez, Robert De Niro, and even singer Usher.

The film can be called a solid sports drama without exaggeration, and Ana de Armas in it clearly demonstrated that her potential would not be limited to ordinary films for the most discerning viewers.

Knock Knock (2014)

The psychological thriller by Eli Roth starring Keanu Reeves, Ana de Armas, and Lorenza Izzo tells the story of a pious husband who sent his family out of town and is finishing an architectural project. His evening routine is disrupted by two soaking wet beauties knocking on the door, seeking help.

It is fair to note that working with Roth and Reeves helped Ana de Armas become known outside the world of Spanish-language cinema. The actress herself, in this film, emphasized that evil and cruelty can easily have an angelic appearance.

Knives Out (2019)

The most famous and at the same time successful film of Ana de Armas is rightfully considered to be "Knives Out". Director Rian Johnson was not afraid to entrust the lead role in a film where every name is a real star. Judge for yourself, the ensemble cast includes Daniel Craig, Don Johnson, Chris Evans, Jamie Lee Curtis, Michael Shannon, Toni Collette, Christopher Plummer, and many other equally famous and talented individuals.

Armas in this film played the nurse of the Thrombey family patriarch, a hardworking immigrant who gets drawn into the investigation of her ward's mysterious death. The girl played a whole palette of diverse emotions, and it is thanks to her lively performance that Johnson's film worked exactly as intended. Well-deserved recognition and a Golden Globe nomination were the fruits of the actress's labor.