While he has held many iconic roles over the years, after the Twilight saga, the movie that arguably had the biggest impact on shifting Robert Pattinson‘s career toward critical acclaim was Good Time. While Cosmopolis (2012) began his transition, the 2017 flick redefined his public image, showcasing his range and establishing him as a serious, auteur-driven actor.
Directed by Josh and Benny Safdie and written by Josh Safdie and Ronald Bronstein, Good Time starred Pattinson as Connie, a small-time criminal who tries to free his developmentally disabled brother, Nick (played by Benny Safdie), from police custody, while attempting to avoid his own arrest. The movie received highly positive reviews from critics.