Sam Rockwell might be one of the sexiest 40 year olds alive.

His most recent movie, ‘Choke,’ is film festival gold, but it wasn’t the film’s direction that kept me on the edge of my seat, gripping my skirt. His role as a confused, confident sex addict was more enticing than those YouTube videos of Obama girl.

While Rockwell was not and might never be a member of Hollywood’s A-List, his films, ranging from ‘Charlie’s Angels’ to ‘The Green Mile,’ allow him to showcase his capabilities as a cinematic late-bloomer.

His acting talents only add to the sex appeal; who doesn’t love a guy who can make you laugh, cry, be disgusted and turned on within just three films?

Rockwell has had a long journey – with his appearances, I mean. During his mid-30s, he walked around looking like a smooth-skinned Albert Einstein – no joke. Easily forgiven, though, because he came back for ‘Choke’ as scruffy and fit as ever.

I first fell in love with Rockwell in ‘Charlie’s Angels,’ smoking the cigarette and dancing to hardcore techno – what could be better?

Rockwell is the ultimate bad boy with a heart.

And you have to admit, the name Rockwell helps.

rdjones03@syr.edu

Published on September 28, 2008 at 12:00 pm