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In the realm of Rami Malek's illustrious career, few roles contrast as starkly as Jim Baxter and Elliot Alderson. Baxter, a brooding detective in 'The Little Things,' unravels in the quiet, haunting spaces of a slow-burn thriller, while Alderson’s frenetic genius in 'Mr. Robot' hacks through the chaotic underbelly of society. What’s at stake here isn’t just a spot on the Greatest Performances GOAT List, but a verdict on storytelling's power to captivate: the methodical descent into darkness or the explosive bursts of cyber-rebellion. Which performance captures the essence of Malek’s genius? Does your allegiance lie with meticulous patience or with radical upheaval?
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Jim Baxter in The Little Things over Elliot Alderson in Mr. Robot when it comes to the greatest Rami Malek Performances of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Jim Baxter in The Little Things 100.0% of the time over Elliot Alderson in Mr. Robot.
Across all battles:
Jim Baxter in The Little Things win rate: 28.6%
Elliot Alderson in Mr. Robot win rate: 54.1%
Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody tops the list, thanks to Malek’s transformative and passionately delivered performance that resonated with audiences worldwide.
Elliot Alderson is a cult favorite for his complex portrayal of a cyber-security engineer and vigilante hacker. Fans connect deeply with his antihero journey and the way Malek captures his internal struggles, making Elliot a profoundly relatable and compelling character.
Fans are really rallying behind Jim Baxter because of the gripping intensity Rami Malek brings to this role. It’s a fresh reminder of his range beyond tech-savvy characters, plus the thriller aspect of the movie might be swaying more votes.