Shia LaBeouf is one of Hollywood's more popular actors. He has also stared in some pretty high profiled blockbuster films. LaBeouf is the main character in the Transformers franchise, he stared alongside Michael Douglas in the highly anticipated Wall Street sequel, he fought alongside Indiana Jones in Indiana Jones and The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull, and he was the star in Eagle Eye, a film that was very successful at the box office. LaBeouf has become more noticeable over the years, and the Transformers films did wonders for his popularity, but just how good is LaBeouf?
LaBeouf can have a likable personality. I think he does have a touch of charm, because the guy can make me laugh, and his character is always someone who want to root for. Although, I really don't see anything special in LaBeouf. Yeah, he can be a likable guy, and he does have a charming on-screen personality, but none of his performances have wowed me. Disturbia is probably my favorite LaBeouf film. It was a solid thriller, LaBeouf wasn't bad here, and this film didn't have that mega blockbuster feel to it. I always enjoy Disturbia, but LaBeouf still didn't do anything to make my jaw drop in this film. I think his range is VERY limited, and you will usually see the same guy in every one of his films.
LaBeouf has become a big deal in Hollywood. The Transformers franchise is a huge cash cow, and he is the main man for that film series. Although, when it comes to LaBeouf starring in these big money blockbusters, I don't think it can be looked at as a big deal. People would've flocked to see the Transformers films regardless. They wanted to see a Transformers film. LaBeouf can't be looked at as the main draw. The same thing can be said about Indiana Jones and The Wall Street sequel. These films can draw big numbers off of their names alone, so LaBeouf shouldn't be considered a mega star.
Thoughts?