With all the positive reviews that the great actress has been getting for the movie 'The Iron Lady,' Meryl Streep seems all set to win for the upcoming 17th Oscar Awards.

Streep, who plays the role of a great female prime minister of Britain, was described as truly compelling by many critics. Streep plays the real life character of Margaret Thatcher who looks back during the time when she held office during the seventies. It will soon hit the big British screen by January 6.

Even at 62 years old, Streep proves to be capable of portraying almost anything.

It is noted in Hollywood history that Meryl Streep has already won the Oscars for her movies like 'Kramer vs Kramer' and 'Sophie's Choice.' And this time, it seems that she will surely be on the list for the SAG and Golden Globes by January and Oscars on January 26.

Here's a look back at some of the best films that Meryl Streep has done in her lifetime. Check out the slideshow for more photos of these classic Streep films.

'The Deer Hunter'

This is a Vietnam epic that made Meryl act alongside Christopher Walken and Robert De Niro. Streep was in for a supporting role but it was memorable especially with the chemistry she shared on screen with De Niro.

'Kramer vs Kramer'

This is where Meryl portrays some kind of antagonist/protagonist role as she becomes an incompetent mother and wife to her own family. Kramer vs. Kramer has a powerhouse cast with Dustin Hoffman, nabbing her very first Oscar award for her role.

'Sophie's Choice'

This is one of the most heartwrenching films Meryl Streep has ever made. Sophie's Choice was another Oscar winning performance about a mother making the most brutal of decisions with her two kids. The movie was as good as the book.

'The Devil Wears Prada'

No matter how ruthless she may be in this film and once the scene that she breaks down emerges, then Meryl Streep finally wins the viewers' hearts over again. The overall result? A 14th Oscar applause!

'Julie & Julia'

The best thing that Meryl Streep has done in this film is that you would not even think she is Meryl Streep. Her French accent may have been criticized by some by still it ended up cute, funny and still smart.

Any other Meryl Streep movie favourites you have in mind? Let us know!

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