Dead Actors Whose Roles Are Still Iconic in Modern Film
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Heath Ledger’s performance as the Joker in ‘The Dark Knight’ is still considered one of the best villain performances ever in a superhero movie. He fully became the character – embracing the Joker’s chaos and unpredictability – and created a truly frightening portrayal. The role won him an Oscar after his death and helped change how critics viewed comic book films. Even now, fans continue to study the details of his performance and his unique voice for the character.








