Is there a phrase about those movie stars who are just good-looking but mediocre acting and those maybe not so good-looking (compare with those good-looking ones) but amazing skilled acting movie stars? Something like, 'teenager eye candy'? Is there any specific words or phrase for these two?
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The phrase "eye candy" that you used is pretty apposite for actors of this sort. Other times we just call them "Megan Fox". Actors of the opposite sort are usually just called "good actors". |
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1) "Not just a pretty face" is a common antonym, so "just a pretty face" would be understood. 2) It's not quite right, but character actor is close. Many people in this category would also be described as character actors. |
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There's also the old-fashioned "matinee idol," which means a male actor known primarily for his looks. |
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