However, the British actor played a role much earlier in his career that shares a surprising connection withQueer.
His performance also apparently caught the attention of Guadagnino.
Serving everything from harrowing to heartwarming.
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But there is also a more direct connection between the two films.
Both films are interested inmisaligned love.
And in both films, Craig playsa character who is going through active drug addiction.
In his performance as George Dyer, Craig disappears into a stoic, quiet character dealing with inner demons.
However, under the surface of his chattiness is a deep sadness.
In both portrayals, Craig captures the devastating impact of his characters' addictions.
