Re: Shouldn't Idris Elba be bigger?
 

I don't see what he has done to give you an indication that he "should" be a bigger star. He is basically where he is; he has never struck me as someone that can open a movie he has been great as a second lead or supporting player.

Re: Shouldn't Idris Elba be bigger?
 

Forgive me oh internet gods but I think Idris is kinda overrated by a lot of people.. I mean he definitely has good looks, size, and some charisma, but honestly nothing I have seen him in has really impressed me with his acting. He comes across very detached in most roles and I can "see" him acting. Still enjoy him but don't think he is as good as Denzel or Chiwetel or Cheadle acting wise.

Re: Shouldn't Idris Elba be bigger?
 

Yeah. I just dont see it either. The performances I have seen from him haven't really stood out at all.

Re: Shouldn't Idris Elba be bigger?
 

He's the black Tom Hardy on this board. Maybe those two should team up in a buddy cop movie or something and they can both be "bigger." I never did see RocknRolla, I'm sure they probably had good chemistry.

Re: Shouldn't Idris Elba be bigger?
 

I bet if Idris showed all like Tom is willing to then he would in fact be "bigger"