Top 10 Biopics About Chosen Ones

Description: This film delves into the life of John Nash, a mathematical genius whose mind was chosen to revolutionize economics, but also struggled with schizophrenia, highlighting the fine line between genius and madness.

Fact: Russell Crowe won a Golden Globe for his portrayal of Nash. The film was based on Sylvia Nasar's biography of the same name.

Description: Truman Capote's journey to write "In Cold Blood" is depicted, showing how his unique storytelling ability was chosen to redefine literary journalism.

Fact: Philip Seymour Hoffman won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Capote. The film was shot in black and white to capture the era's atmosphere.

Description: This film tells the story of Jean-Dominique Bauby, who, after a massive stroke, could only communicate by blinking his left eye, yet chose to write a memoir, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit.

Fact: The film was shot from Bauby's perspective, with the camera often representing his limited field of vision. It was nominated for four Academy Awards.

Description: Steven Spielberg's portrayal of Abraham Lincoln focuses on the last months of his life, highlighting his efforts to pass the Thirteenth Amendment, showcasing how one man's conviction can change the course of history.

Fact: Daniel Day-Lewis spent a year preparing for the role, including studying Lincoln's voice and mannerisms. The film was shot in Richmond, Virginia, where much of Lincoln's presidency took place.

Description: Meryl Streep stars as Margaret Thatcher, the first female Prime Minister of the UK, whose leadership and determination made her a chosen figure in British politics.

Fact: Meryl Streep won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance. The film was criticized by some for its portrayal of Thatcher's later years with dementia.

Description: The story of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay elected official in California, who was chosen to lead a movement for gay rights, showcasing his fight against discrimination.

Fact: Sean Penn won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Milk. The film was shot in San Francisco, where Milk's political career took place.

Description: This film chronicles the creation of Facebook by Mark Zuckerberg, illustrating how his vision was chosen to connect the world in ways previously unimaginable.

Fact: The film was based on the book "The Accidental Billionaires" by Ben Mezrich. Aaron Sorkin won an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay.

Description: This film tells the story of King George VI, who unexpectedly ascends the throne and must overcome his debilitating stammer to lead his nation through WWII. It's a tale of personal triumph and the weight of unexpected responsibility.

Fact: The film was nominated for 12 Academy Awards, winning four, including Best Picture. The stammer of King George VI was meticulously recreated by Colin Firth, who won an Oscar for his performance.

Description: Alan Turing's life story is depicted here, focusing on his role in cracking the German Enigma code during WWII, showcasing how his unique mind was chosen to save countless lives.

Fact: Benedict Cumberbatch was nominated for an Oscar for his role as Turing. The film's title refers to Turing's test for machine intelligence.

Description: This biopic explores the life of physicist Stephen Hawking, focusing on his relationship with his wife Jane and his battle with motor neuron disease, illustrating how his mind was chosen to unlock the mysteries of the universe.

Fact: Eddie Redmayne won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Hawking. The film was based on Jane Hawking's memoir, "Travelling to Infinity: My Life with Stephen."