Ever wondered how Ryan Gosling went from a cute kid on “The Mickey Mouse Club” to the cool, brooding hero of “Drive” and the charming jazz enthusiast in “La La Land”? Well, you’re in the right place! In this video essay, we’re unpacking the unconventional career of Ryan Gosling, the guy who’s become a staple in both indie gems and blockbuster hits.

Join us on a casual stroll through Gosling’s filmography, where we’ll chat about his major roles, his knack for picking quirky projects, and those times he just showed up and stole the show. We’re looking at what makes his performances stand out, from the silent intensity in “Drive” to his comedic timing in “The Nice Guys,” and yes, the heartmelting romance of “The Notebook.”

This isn’t just for the diehard Gosling fans; it’s for anyone who enjoys a good movie and wants to see how one of Hollywood’s most interesting actors has shaped his career. We’ll also sneak a peek at his adventures behind the camera and his moves offscreen that make him pretty hard not to like.

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0:00 Intro. The prettiest character actor ever?
2:37 Young Ryan. Mickey Mouse Club.
3:21 Are You Afraid of the Dark, Goosebumps, Young Hercules
5:53 The Believer, The Notebook
6:50 Half Nelson, Lars and The Real Girl, Blue Valentine
10:10 Drive, La La Land, The Nice Guys,
12:09 Blade Runner 2049, Only God Forgives, The Grey Man, Shazam
13:05 Barbie
15:36 Outro
16:22 We need Ryan to love us...