Amber Laura Heard was born in Austin, Texas, on April 22, 1986. She started in the entertainment industry by appearing in music videos before her acting debut in the film “Friday Night Lights.” She quit school in the early 2000s to focus on acting, taking on any part in Los Angeles. She developed a portfolio, which helped her land her first lead position in the movie “All The Boys Love Mandy Lane.”
Recently, Heard was in the news for the controversy involving her ex-husband Johnny Depp, but that, of course, doesn’t define her career. No matter your take on the Johnny Depp – Amber Heard debate, there is no doubt that the star has succeeded in building a name for herself in the industry. To acknowledge her contribution to the industry, let’s look at Amber Heard’s career to see how it has developed. Here are the top 10 best Amber Heard movies of all time.
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All the Boys Love Mandy Lane (2006)
Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Director: Jonathan Levine
Writer: Jacob Forman
IMDb Rating: 5.5
Runtime: 1 hr.30 mins
It’s an American slasher film that received mixed reviews. While some critics dismissed the movie as “fictitious and flawed,” others praised its “grindhouse” style and compared its cinematography to that of the genre. The film received a nomination for the Golden Trailer Award for Best Horror.
Mandy Lane(Amber), a sweet and appealing girl, is invited by a bunch of high schoolers to a weekend party on a remote ranch. The crowd continues to grow, yet mysteriously the number of partygoers starts to decline.
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Aquaman (2018)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Director: James Wan
Writer: David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, Will Beall, Geoff Johns
IMDb Rating: 6.8
Runtime: 2 hr.23 mins
Aquaman is modeled on the DC Comic character of the same name. It is the sixth part of the DC Extended Universe. The movie earned $1.148 billion globally, making it the highest-grossing DC film and the 24th-highest-grossing movie on record. The Chinese American Film Festival awarded Aquaman the prize for the most well-liked American movie in China.
Arthur, the half-human king of the Atlantean Kingdom, embarks on a mission to avert a conflict between the water and the land. Princess Mera(Amber) aids him in saving his Kingdom and rescuing his mother.
Zack Snyder’s Justice League (2021)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Director: Zack Snyder
Writer: Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster, Zack Snyder
IMDb Rating: 8.0
Runtime: 4 hrs.2 mins
An American superhero movie Zack Snyder’s Justice League is the fifth entry in the DC Extended Universe. The film received mostly favorable reviews from critics. It was initially released on HBO Max and became the fourth most-viewed film on the platform.
To defend the world from an impending threat, Bruce Wayne assembles a group of metahumans, including Mera(Amber). He is determined to ensure that Superman’s supreme sacrifice isn’t pointless.
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The Rum Diary (2011)
Genre: Comedy, drama
Director: Bruce Robinson
Writer: Bruce Robinson, Hunter S. Thompson
IMDb Rating: 6.1
Runtime: 1 hr.59 mins
The Rum Diary is an American comedy modeled on Hunter S. Thompson’s 1998 book with the same title. The movie garnered mixed reviews from critics praising Depp’s performance but was unhappy with the screenplay. Amber even won the Spotlight Award at Hollywood Film Awards.
A journalist, Paul Kemp (Johnny Depp), feels he’s had his fill of New York and accepts a position in Puerto Rico. There, he develops an obsession with Chenault (Amber Heard), the fiancée of Sanderson, a corrupt billionaire.
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The Danish Girl (2015)
Genre: Biography, Drama, Romance
Director: Tom Hooper
Writer: Lucinda Coxon, David Ebershoff
IMDb Rating: 7.1
Runtime: 1 hr.59 mins
It’s an American biographical drama largely based on the stories of Danish painters Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener. The movie was inspired by David Ebershoff’s 2000 novel with the same title. The portrayal of historical events was criticized for being inaccurate, but Redmayne and Vikander’s performances were praised by critics and audiences alike.
A fictional love story loosely influenced by the stories of Danish artists Gerda Wegener and Lili Elbe. As Lili navigates her trailblazing journey as a transgender leader, Gerda and her marriage and professional endeavors develop. Additionally, Amber Heard will be seen as Ulla, an artist, and friend of both Lili and Gerda.
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Never Back Down (2008)
Genre: Action, Drama, Sports
Director: Jeff Wadlow
Writer: Chris Hauty
IMDb Rating: 6.5
Runtime: 1 hr.53 mins
It’s a Martial Arts movie that received mixed reviews from critics applauding its fight sequence. The film won the MTV Movie Award for Best Fight. Yes, Amber Heard is in a supporting role, but she did justice to her role and stole every scene she appeared in.
Never Back Downs story starts with Jake (Sean Faris) relocating to Orlando, Florida, with his family. He tries to control his anger but fails as he feels alienated in his new school. To blend in, Jake attends a party with his friend Baja (Amber Heard), where he gets ridiculed and forced into a fight. When a classmate notices what happened, he urges Jake to see martial arts instructor Jean Roqua.
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3 Days to Kill (2014)
Genre: Action, Drama, Thriller
Director: McG
Writer: Adi Hasak, Luc Besson
IMDb Rating: 6.2
Runtime: 1 hr.57 mins
It’s an American movie that received both favorable and unfavorable reviews but did well at the box office.
It’s a story about a dying CIA agent, Ethan seeking to get back in touch with his estranged daughter. But he needs to complete one more task if he wants to get the experimental medicine that could save his life. In contrast, Amber plays Vivi, an assassin who assists Ethan in the mission.
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Drive Angry (2011)
Genre: Action, Fantasy, Thriller
Director: Patrick Lussier
Writer: Todd Farmer, Patrick Lussier
IMDb Rating: 5.4
Runtime: 1 hr.44 mins
Drive Angry garnered mixed to favorable reviews from the audience, grossing over $41 million globally. The film was nominated for the Chainsaw Award for Best Wide-Release Film.
A vengeful father, Milton gets out of hell and goes on the run for criminals who abducted his granddaughter and killed his daughter. While on the way, he rescues Piper(Amanda), a waitress from his abusive relationship, and later she helps Milton save his granddaughter.
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The Stepfather (2009)
Genre: Crime, Thriller
Director: Nelson McCormick
Writer: J.S. Cardone, Donald E. Westlake, Carolyn Lefcourt
IMDb Rating: 5.5
Runtime: 1 hr.41 mins
It’s a recreation of the same-titled American psychological thriller movie from 1987. The film received negative reviews and yet did well at the box office.
After graduating from military school, Michael comes home to discover his mother living happily with her new partner David. He grows suspicious of the guy who is constantly willing to help as the two get to know each other. However, Amber appeared in the movie as a supporting actress.
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Zombieland (2009)
Genre: Action, Comedy, Horror
Director: Ruben Fleischer
Writer: Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick
IMDb Rating: 7.6
Runtime: 1 hr.28 mins
It’s an American Zombie comedy film that proved to be a critical and commercial success. The film grossed over $60.8 million in just 17 days of release. The critics were happy about the film and the cast’s performance. Whereas Amber Heard appeared in the movie as the character 406, a zombie for just a few minutes.
Three people set out on a journey through a zombie-infested America – a quiet student attempting to communicate with his family in Ohio. While a gun-toting thug is looking for the final Twinkie, two sisters are searching for an amusement park.
