5. Charles Bronson in Death Wish- Although the role probably could have been far more complex, Bronson still is consistently effective in his portrayal of one man's revenge even if it is in a relatively simple fashion.
4. Peter Falk in A Woman Under the Influence- Falk is good in his role always giving effective reactions throughout the film, that appropriately supports Gene Rowlands's great performance.
3. Gene Wilder in Young Frankenstein- Wilder is always very funny in his role, but really makes it work is his conviction in his portrayal of the insanity of his character.
2. Walter Matthau in The Taking of Pelham One, Two, Three- Matthau is terrific here easily bringing a great deal of humor to his role without ever compromising any of his more dramatic moments.
1. Gene Hackman in The Conversation- Hackman stands easily as my choice in his incredible performance in this film. He is simply outstanding in his complex portrayal of this man's paranoia and guilt. There is not a single moment wasted in Hackman's unique and always fascinating characterization.
Overall Rank:
- Gene Hackman in The Conversation
- Art Carney in Harry and Tonto
- Jack Nicholson in Chinatown
- Al Pacino in The Godfather Part II
- Walter Matthau in The Taking of Pelham One, Two, Three
- Gene Wilder in Young Frankenstein
- Jeff Bridges in Thunderbolt and Lightfoot
- Clint Eastwood in Thunderbolt and Lightfoot
- Peter Falk in A Woman Under The Influence
- Dustin Hoffman in Lenny
- Charles Bronson in Death Wish
- Warren Beatty in The Parallax View
- Peter Boyle in Young Frankenstein
- Paul Newman in The Towering Inferno
- Steve McQueen in The Towering Inferno
- Cleavon Little in Blazing Saddles
- Albert Finney in Murder on The Orient Express
Next Year: 1992
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