Top 10 Natalie Portman Characters of all Time

Natalie Portman is one of Hollywood's most talented and versatile actresses. From playing a young protégé in "Leon: The Professional" to portraying a grieving First Lady in "Jackie," Portman has proven time and time again that she can inhabit a wide range of characters with depth and nuance. In this article, we'll take a look at the top 10 Natalie Portman characters of all time.  

1. Mathilda - "Leon: The Professional" (1994) In "Leon: The
       Professional," Portman plays a young girl who seeks revenge after her
       family is killed by a corrupt DEA agent. Her performance as Mathilda is
       raw, emotional, and unforgettable. Portman was only 13 years old at the
       time, but she already showed a maturity and talent beyond her years. 
2. Nina Sayers - "Black Swan" (2010) In "Black Swan," Portman
       plays a ballerina who becomes obsessed with her role in "Swan
       Lake." Her performance as Nina Sayers is haunting and intense, and
       she deservedly won an Academy Award for her portrayal. 
3. Jane Foster - Marvel Cinematic Universe (2011-2013) Portman played Jane Foster
       in the first two "Thor" films. As an astrophysicist and Thor's
       love interest, Portman brought intelligence and heart to the role. 
4. Evey Hammond - "V for Vendetta" (2006) In "V for Vendetta,"
       Portman plays a young woman who becomes involved in a revolution against a
       tyrannical government. Her performance as Evey Hammond is powerful and
       inspiring, and she carries the film with grace and strength. 
5. Padmé Amidala - Star Wars Prequel Trilogy (1999-2005) Portman played Padmé
       Amidala, the Queen and later Senator of Naboo, in the Star Wars prequel
       trilogy. Her performance as the strong-willed leader and love interest of
       Anakin Skywalker added depth and complexity to the character. 
6. Alice - "Closer" (2004) In "Closer," Portman plays a young
       stripper who becomes involved in a complicated love affair with a writer,
       a photographer, and a dermatologist. Her performance as Alice is sensual
       and vulnerable, and she holds her own alongside a talented cast. 
7. Jackie Kennedy - "Jackie" (2016) In "Jackie," Portman plays
       the grieving First Lady after the assassination of her husband, President
       John F. Kennedy. Her portrayal of Jackie Kennedy is nuanced and
       heartbreaking, capturing the complexity of grief and loss. 
8. Emilia Greenleaf - "The Other Woman" (2009) In "The Other
       Woman," Portman plays a young lawyer who becomes involved in an
       affair with a married man. Her performance as Emilia Greenleaf is honest
       and raw, and she brings depth and sympathy to a character who could easily
       be written off as a homewrecker. 
9. Sam - "Garden State" (2004) In "Garden State," Portman
       plays a quirky and free-spirited young woman who helps the main character,
       played by Zach Braff, come out of his shell. Her performance as Sam is
       charming and endearing, and she brings a sense of playfulness to the film. 
10. Grace Cahill - "Brothers" (2009) In "Brothers," Portman
        plays a young mother who is left to care for her two children while her
        husband, played by Tobey Maguire, is away at war. Her performance as Grace
        Cahill is heart-wrenching and emotional, capturing the struggles of
        military families during wartime. 

In conclusion, Natalie Portman has played a wide range of characters throughout her career.