Greatest Benedict Cumberbatch Performances of All Time
Richard III in The Hollow Crown or Phil Burbank in 'Power of the Dog'
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Why This Battle Matters
Who commands the screen with more magnetism: a brooding rancher or a scheming monarch? On one side, Phil Burbank's quietly menacing presence in 'Power of the Dog' captivates with understated intensity, while Richard III's malevolent charm in 'The Hollow Crown' renders Shakespeare's words chillingly contemporary. This isn't just a battle of performances; it's a war over which style of darkness holds more sway in the realms of prestige drama. Will fans lean toward the simmering subtlety of modern cinema or the grand theatricality of classic theatre? The answer might reshape how we value complexity in acting today.
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Richard III in The Hollow Crown over Phil Burbank in 'Power of the Dog' when it comes to the greatest Benedict Cumberbatch Performances of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Richard III in The Hollow Crown 100.0% of the time over Phil Burbank in 'Power of the Dog'.
Across all battles:
Richard III in The Hollow Crown win rate: 17.4%
Phil Burbank in 'Power of the Dog' win rate: 33.3%
Fan FAQs
Who's currently the top contender in the Greatest Benedict Cumberbatch Performances of All Time league on GoatWars?
That honor goes to Sherlock Holmes in Sherlock. Check out his standing and other rankings on the GOAT List.
What's driving the fierce loyalty for Richard III in The Hollow Crown over other Cumberbatch performances?
Richard III has that classic Shakespearean allure, combined with Cumberbatch's masterful delivery of complex, villainous monologues. It's a magnetic performance that draws in theatre lovers and history buffs alike.
Why is this matchup between Phil Burbank in 'Power of the Dog' and Richard III in The Hollow Crown so close?
Fans are really torn because both roles showcase Cumberbatch's versatility. Phil's quiet intensity and Richard's royal machinations provide two completely different sides of his acting prowess, making it a tough call for many!