Many laud comedic actors when they take on dramatic roles. Yet even more impressive is when the opposite occurs, and when that rare feat is achieved it is quite the sight.

Cue Ralph Fiennes as Gustav H. in The Grand Budapest Hotel. While the Oscar nominated actor will forever be known for his turns as evil incarnate in Schindler's List & the Harry Potter series, it is in Wes Anderson's comedic murder mystery where his portrayal as the ultra-perfectionist, cultured, charming, bisexual concierge framed for murder most foul, where Fiennes truly shines in the performance of his career.