True talent trumps popularity and wealth. I tried to think outside the box; so many lists are nearly identical. 'Of All Time' is relative to our own age for the most part, but also those of the past whose talent still amazes!
The fact that he doesn't care what others think of his odd and eccentric roles makes him one in a million - he is in it for the craft, not the money and fame. And wow the talent!
These last three are tied for some of my favorite actors of today. Their extensive list of works is unique and entertaining in so many ways. Very enjoyable movies and characters!
Anyone who could/would lose massive amounts of weight for The Machinist and gain muscle weight for Batman like it were effortless is one with his roles.
He is in more movies than you may think and captures his roles to a T. To watch all movies by Norton, Bale, and Spacey would take years (factoring sleep and mere existence).