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Brad Pitt is one of the pioneers of modern cinema as far as Hollywood and acting are concerned. Having started as a nobody and a background actor with no credits in many movies, Pitt has come a long way. While his looks and physicality seem to have certainly played a hand in his popularity, it is really his acting genius that has solidified him as an A-list Hollywood actor.

Brad Pitt in Legends of the Fall

Among one of the most influential celebrities, it is hard to imagine the film industry without the many roles he has played over the years. Yet when it comes to making it big in the film industry, Pitt credits one of his least-grossing films from back in 1991.

Brad Pitt is Thankful for One Movie from 1991 for Making His Career

Brad Pitthas played a variety of roles ever since he first stepped into the land of acting. Fromplaying the hunk and hero Achillesin 2004’sTroyto his iconic Tyler Durden inFight Club, there have been several roles of his that fans and critics have appreciated and loved.

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While even at the age of 60 he continues to entertain and lead narratives with his impeccable genius, Pitt remains grounded and grateful to one movie from way back in 1991 that apparently solidified his career in Hollywood. In an interview with IGV (viaYouTube) the actor was asked which movie changed his career and he replied,

“Certainly it was Ridley and Geena bringing me into Thelma and Louise. That was my first shot in the big leagues.”

Brad Pitt in a still from Fight Club

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Thelma and Louiseis a Ridley Scott film that only grossed about $45 million worldwide (viaThe Numbers), yet the movie gave Pitt themuch-needed break he had been waiting for. Starring as the charming and mysterious cowboy JD, the role put Pitt on the map and helped showcase his talents and skills to the world.

Brad Pitt is Also Thankful to Ridley Scott and David Fincher

Brad Pitt might be an A-lister now but he certainly has not forgotten his roots. The charming actor is now one of the most sought-after actors in the world and movies like12 Years a SlaveandOnce Upon a Time in Hollywoodhave only added to his fame, yet the actor still hails Ridley Scott and David Fincher for helping him gain popularity.

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While he hailedRidley Scottfor giving him his breakthrough role in the Oscar-winningThelma & Louise, he hailedDavid Fincherfor propelling him further into the realms of the film industry. In an interview with IGC, the actor stated,

“Then certainly meeting David Fincher… that was what I was always hoping it would be and that set me off in a really really good direction.”

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Well, meeting withFincher was certainly pivotal for Pitt. Not only did Fincher’s movies likeSe7en,Fight Club, andThe Curious Case of Benjamin Buttonsolidify his position as a formidable actor but also paved the way for other revered roles to come along his way.

Thelma and Louisecan be streamed on Amazon Prime.

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