10 Pleasant Movies of Maggie Gyllenhaal!

Secretary (2002):

Gyllenhaal shines in this provocative romantic comedy-drama as Lee Holloway, a young woman who takes a job as a secretary for a demanding attorney.

Crazy Heart (2009):

In this acclaimed drama, Gyllenhaal stars opposite Jeff Bridges as Jean Craddock, a journalist who forms a connection with a washed-up country music singer. 

Sherrybaby (2006):

Gyllenhaal delivers a powerful performance as Sherry Swanson, a young woman struggling to rebuild her life after serving time in prison.

Stranger Than Fiction (2006):

Gyllenhaal plays Ana Pascal, a quirky baker who becomes entangled in the life of an IRS auditor who discovers he is a character in a novel. 

The Dark Knight (2008):

Gyllenhaal joins the cast of Christopher Nolan's acclaimed Batman trilogy as Rachel Dawes, a Gotham City district attorney and childhood friend of Bruce Wayne.

Adaptation (2002):

In this mind-bending comedy-drama directed by Spike Jonze, Gyllenhaal portrays Caroline Cunningham, the object of the protagonist's infatuation.

Frank (2014):

Gyllenhaal takes on a supporting role in this offbeat comedy-drama as Clara, a member of an eccentric experimental rock band led by the enigmatic Frank.

Hysteria (2011):

In this historical romantic comedy, Gyllenhaal plays Charlotte Dalrymple, a progressive-minded social activist who challenges the conventions of Victorian society.

Away We Go (2009):

Gyllenhaal has a memorable cameo in this indie comedy-drama as LN, a self-absorbed new age mother who clashes with the film's main characters during a brief encounter.

Mona Lisa Smile (2003):

Gyllenhaal joins an ensemble cast in this period drama set in the 1950s, portraying Giselle Levy, a free-spirited student at Wellesley College who befriends the film's protagonist, played by Julia Roberts.