The Evolution of Ryan Gosling: From Child Star to Hollywood Hunk

Lars and the Real Girl, 2007
As the socially challenged title character on a minor break from reality, Gosling's Lars becomes emotionally involved with a lifelike sex doll, much to the chagrin of his family. For the portrayal, Gosling was nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award and a Golden Globe.

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