Ben Affleck has become one of the biggest voices of cinema. The actor/director/writer just oozes with passion for films and storytelling, and it showcases in his work as he brings a whole lot of dedication alongside with him. While Affleck is a great actor, he also knows a thing or two about directing really well that makes him stand out so much. Jennifer Lopez Displays a Shirtless Ben Affleck in Singer's Sweet n Spicy Appreciation Post for Hubby on Father's Day (View Pics and Video).

Affleck is a gifted director with a really impressive filmography. His feature films always have something to say, and they bring about a tone that helps create real stakes and drama that keeps you intrigued. So, to celebrate Ben Affleck’s 51st birthday, lets rank all five of his directorial features from worst to best.

Live by Night

Even Affleck’s weakest directorial feature has something to say as Live by Night is a crime drama held up by some fun directing and flashy acting. Following Joe Coughlin’s rise to being a gangster, the film throws an impressive performance from Affleck, and while the story might seem a bit uneven, the star of the show does indeed provide an entertaining flick.

The Town

The film that made people aware of Affleck’s directorial capabilities, The Town is a personal crime drama that sees Douglas MacRay, a robber in Boston, try to get out of the heist business to settle down with one of his previous victims that he fell in love with. It’s a great character study with some amazing stakes present, and it overall makes for an intriguing time.

Gone Baby Gone

There is no better duo that coupling crime-dramas with Ben Affleck, and his directorial debut Gone Baby Gone just hammers that home. Following two detectives trying to find an abducted girl, the film taps really well into the neo-noir format and delivers a worthy crime tale that feels atmospheric in every way possible.

Air

A biopic that focuses on the creation of the Air Jordans, and one that is directed by Ben Affleck? Hell yeah, this is a certified good time. Air is a hilarious and surprisingly emotional film that honors the legend of Michael Jordan while telling the story of one of the most important moments in sports history. It truly is a fine film.

Argo

A historical drama told with the most thrilling set of sequences ever, Argo is Affleck at the top of his game. Telling the real-life story of how CIA operative Tony Mendez created a fake sci-fi movie to get Americans out of Iran, the film is an intense ride that will leave you at the edge of your seat. Ben Affleck Reveals His Inspiration for ‘Air’ Was a Picture of His Younger Brother Wearing Air Jordan Sneakers.

With Ben Affleck continuing his directorial efforts, we can’t wait to see what he does next. With this, we finish off the list and wish him a happy birthday.

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