Sandra Bullock has hit the big screen once again in the recent release Bullet Train. As an assassin handler, the actor has taken on a completely new role, allowing her to once again show exactly what she is capable of in movies.
But Bullock is no stranger to trying out something different or avoiding being kept in one genre. With an extensive career under her belt, she has become a highly regarded artist by the industry and fans alike. With varying characters to her name, they often have contrasting attributes and traits, giving each of her roles a clear ranking of likability.
Jean - Crash (2005)
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Whilst Sandra Bullock has been cast in many rom-coms, including Forces Of Nature, she's also displayed a talent to act across various genres. In crime drama Crash, Bullock took up the part of her least likable character, Jean.
After being carjacked, she takes out her anger on other people including her housekeeper because of their race. Her judgment pours out in a deeply negative and unkind way. Towards the end of the movie, her perspective changes, but in comparison to other her other characters, her persona at the beginning had a huge impact on her likability.
Debbie - Ocean's Eight (2018)
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Ocean's 8 was the fourth movie in the franchise, led by an all-female cast. With a similar premise to the films that came before, Debbie Ocean gets together a team of exceedingly skillful women to take on a New York heist.
Whilst Debbie's talents are somewhat irable, she doesn't come across as the most likable character. Sometimes lacking warmth, she has tendencies to fall into a selfish mindset, which becomes the focus of her personality.
Sarah - The Heat (2013)
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In a casting masterstroke, Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy were paired up as an FBI agent and local detective (respectively,) to bust a mobster in The Heat.
With contrasting personalities, the two find themselves at loggerheads which provides a great amount of comedy for audiences. However, it underlines Sarah's unapproachable manner and tunnel-visioned way of working. Of course, she had to trust her judgment and ability to get herself to a high standard of work. But nonetheless, initially, she isn't portrayed as the friendliest of characters.
Margaret - The Proposal (2009)
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A deserved Golden Globes Nomination was received by Sandra Bullock for her role as Margaret in The Proposal. The unique love story gave a different take on the usual rom-com narrative, which created an interesting but, at times, not overly likable character to convey, in one of Sandra Bullock's highest-grossing movies.
Margaret hadn't built particularly good relationships with her colleagues, due to her forceful persona. And, as the starting point to the main plot line, she uses her assistant Andrew (Ryan Reynolds) by making him marry her, so she isn't deported back to Canada. Her motive is wholly unfair and indicates a willingness to do what it takes to get what she wants, even if it hurts others along the way.
Maria - Bullet Train (2022)
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Bullet Train includes an enthralling mix of characters, to keep a wider audience hooked and entertained throughout. Sandra Bullock leads the way with her talent, only adding to the excitement of the movie.
Although a cameo in the film, her presence has as much of an impact as ever. Being Ladybug's handler, she doesn't always get overly emotional. But, she clearly is a good person, as seen in her interception to save Ladybug and putting her position at risk.
Ruth - The Unforgivable (2021)
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The Unforgivable saw Sandra Bullock in one of her darkest roles to date. The story followed a woman released from prison, trying to find her way in society, whilst looking for the younger sister she had to leave behind.
Upon first meeting the character, viewers see a withdrawn, hostile woman who certainly doesn't come across as particularly amiable. Further into the film, the real reason for her imprisonment is made clear, quickly changing perceptions of her. The truth is far more defining of her character than what audiences are led to believe at the start, therefore making her a much more likable person.
Malorie - Bird Box (2018)
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Likability doesn't always take the form of an outwardly joyful and openly warm person. Sometimes, it's reflected in a character's morals or values, which is exactly what happened for Sandra Bullock's role in the best horror movies on Netflix.
With 2 children in tow, Malorie has to navigate a post-apocalyptic world, which came about with no warning. Though having to develop a toughness and become fairly straight-talking, it's all in the best interests of survival for her and her children. Her sincerity only comes from her protective nature and the world she now lives in, which left no room for dilly-dallying.
Gracie - Miss. Congeniality (2000)
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Miss. Congeniality became a fan favorite of the early 2000s. Although some concepts didn't age so well, the film remains memorable at the mention of the actor's name, with plenty of ways that Gracie is Sandra Bullock's best role.
The undercover FBI agent has to change up her brash manner to fit in with the world of beauty pageants and leave any preconceived ideas behind. But it's Gracie's quick wit and even clumsiness, which makes her a relatable character and consequently, one of Bullock's most likable portrayals.
Lucy - Two Weeks Notice (2002)
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As one of Hugh Grant's best rom-coms, Two Weeks Notice was a fairly typical movie for the actor, who played an emotionally thoughtless and uncaring character. Lucy (Sandra Bullock) was on the receiving end of his undesirable behavior.
Driven and intelligent, Lucy knows her worth and had a lot of traits that viewers could connect with. Being put next to a character such as George (Grant) highlighted her likable ways even more, proving she was deserving of a better boss.
Leigh Anne - The Blind Side (2009)
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Based on a true story, The Blind Side tells of a young boy going through the foster care system and eventually finding himself lost, with nowhere to turn. Sandra Bullock's character Leigh Anne learned of Michael's heartbreaking misfortune and takes it upon herself to welcome him to her family, helping him find his way.
Leigh Anne ranks as Bullock's most likable character because of the sheer comion and generosity she expressed towards Michael. Lifting someone up when they have no confidence in themselves should always be acknowledged as a beautiful trait, something that other people will be drawn to.
