Jennifer Lawrence Hails 'One Battle After Another' as Best Ever!

Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence has made headlines with her effusive praise for Paul Thomas Anderson's latest thriller, One Battle After Another, declaring it unequivocally as “the best movie I’ve ever seen.” The statement, shared during a recent episode of BAFTA and Samsung’s BAFTA Playback, has ignited significant buzz around the critically acclaimed film.

An Unforgettable Cinematic Experience

“This is the best movie I’ve ever seen. This is ‘One Battle After Another.’ I can’t remember a time where I ever had an experience like that in the cinema, and it was shared.”

Lawrence described the collective atmosphere in the theater, noting that “when it was over, everyone applauded.” Overwhelmed by the experience, she repeatedly thanked her husband, Cooke Maroney, who had booked the tickets two weeks in advance. “I just couldn’t say anything other than just like, ‘Thank you for that experience,’” she recalled.

Why It’s a Must-See

Masterful Storytelling and Performances

Lawrence reserved special praise for director Paul Thomas Anderson, calling him a visionary with “so many characters inside of him, and they’re all so visceral, so real that you’re, it’s so alive and you’re in it. Every character, you know them and you see them.” She also highlighted the powerhouse performances, singling out Sean Penn’s portrayal of the menacing Colonel Steven J. Lockjaw alongside DiCaprio’s lead role. “The performances are unbelievable,” she stated.

The Film Making Waves

Anderson’s epic follows former revolutionary Bob Ferguson (DiCaprio) as he’s hunted by a corrupt military officer (Penn) while trying to protect his daughter. The film, based on Thomas Pynchon’s novel Vineland, has been a critical darling, holding a strong 94% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and grossing over $200 million worldwide. It’s widely considered a major contender for upcoming awards season.

Lawrence’s glowing endorsement adds significant star power to the film’s campaign, especially coming from an A-list actress known for her discerning taste. Her comments also come as she promotes her own 2025 drama, Die My Love, where she plays a mother battling postpartum depression, showing her continued prominence in the industry.

Her passionate plea for audiences to experience One Battle After Another on the big screen underscores the unique power of cinema she witnessed firsthand. With her endorsement, the film is poised to draw even more viewers eager to see what she considers the pinnacle of movie magic.