My, look how Philip Seymour Hoffman has turned out. From a floppy-haired supporting actor to an obnoxious side comedian, the actor has always balanced indie film acclaim with consistently innovative performances.
And now, as the burly actor plays writer Truman Capote in a new biopic, he is, by far, the favourite for the Best Actor statuette.
Here's a quick trip through five extremely varied, unforgettable performances in an eclectic bunch of films. Ladies and gents, five Hoffman classics.
Text: Raja Sen
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