CHENNAI: For Chuck Noland, letting Wilson finally go was a down in the mouth goodbye. But we can't seem to relinquish the roller coaster of emotions Tom Hanks made us feel through his portrayal of Chuck. Nor can we shrug off his sheer dedication and craftsmanship towards acting, that has regarded him as an American cultural icon.

Here is looking at five of his best films that remain fresh in audiences' minds: