New Delhi, July 13 -- Legendary New Zealand actor Sam Neill, whose remarkable career spanned more than four decades and featured iconic roles in cultural touchstones such as Jurassic Park and Peaky Blinders, passed away on Monday in Sydney, Australia. He was 78.

Known for his incredible versatility, quiet intensity, and commanding screen presence, Neill leaves behind a rich catalogue of unforgettable characters.

Here is a look back at ten of his greatest performances:

Role: John Trent, a cynical insurance investigator.

Performance: In John Carpenter's loud, Lovecraftian horror, Neill delivers a wall-rattling performance that anchors the film's human element. He perfectly captures the classic trajectory of a hardened cynic who becomes ...