What actor, known for his very independent choices in movie roles, turned down parts in the following films:

The Matrix
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events

I am just guessing.. Johhny Depp? (he is PRETTY creative in what he has starred in!)

I woulnd't have thought that "Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events" would be a movie to turn down. Very interesting movie.

Well done sher!
Yes it was Johnny Depp.
He's always done his own thing as regards movie roles, and never felt restricted to conform to an image.
Who else could done what he did with the role of Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean? Maybe only Keith Richards, whom he based the character on..but he's not so good to look at !

Have a look at this link where there are many other huge roles he was considered for.