**Gary Oldman** (London, 1958) is an acclaimed British actor and director, known for his extraordinary versatility and his ability to radically transform for each role.

Emerging in the 1980s with intense performances such as Sid Vicious in *Sid and Nancy*, he established himself as a chameleon-like performer, often in the role of memorable antagonists, including Dracula in Coppola's film and the terrifying Stansfield in *Léon: The Professional*.

His career was further enriched with iconic roles in major franchises, such as Sirius Black in the *Harry Potter* saga and Commissioner Gordon in *The Dark Knight* trilogy. He received an Academy Award for Best Actor for his masterful portrayal of Winston Churchill in *Darkest Hour* (2017), following a previous nomination for *Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy* (2011). His style is characterized by intense dedication to character and a profound ability to immerse himself in complex and often tormented figures.