If Hollywood had a yearbook with superlatives for each celebrity that inhabited the town, next to Brendan Fraser’s picture would undoubtedly be the “friendliest” or “class sweetheart.” Everyone loves the actor and wants him to succeed, with decades in the business with classic comedies and the most moving dramas. As Fraser celebrates his birthday, Variety is ranking the 13 best film performances of his career so far. Beginning at the Venice Film Festival premiere of Darren Aronofsky’s “The Whale,” it feels like the entire world is rooting for Brendan Fraser this Oscar season. It’s hard to recall a recent performer...