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Curtiss Cook
Curtiss Cook (born October 2, 1968) is an American character actor known for his roles in ''House of Cards'', ''Manifest'', ''Mayans M.C.'', ''Luke Cage'', '' Narcos'', and others. Early life and education Cook was born in Dayton, Ohio on October 2, 1968. He studied at the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London.Sandoval, Lapacazo"Curtiss Cook – Reprising His Role in Season Three of Showtime’s ''The Chi''" ''Los Angeles Sentinel'', June 18, 2020 As a teenager, he danced with the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company.Porter, Sierra"Single fatherhood pushed ''The Chi'' star Curtiss Cook to achieve acting goals" ''The Atlanta Voice'', May 23, 2019 Career After college, Cook moved to New York, and appeared on Broadway in ''The Lion King'' and ''Miss Saigon''. He also appeared in the films '' The Interpreter'' (2005) and ''Arbitrage'' (2012), and the television series ''House of Cards'', ''Manifest'', ''Mayans M.C.'', ''Luke Cage'', '' Narcos'' and '' The Chi'', among others. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
House Of Cards (American TV Series)
''House of Cards'' is an American political thriller television series created by Beau Willimon. It is based on the 1989 House of Cards (novel), novel of the same title by Michael Dobbs and an adaptation of the 1990 House of Cards (British TV series), British series of the same name by Andrew Davies (writer), Andrew Davies, also from the novel. The first 13-episode season was released on February 1, 2013, on the streaming service Netflix. ''House of Cards'' is the first TV series to have been produced by a studio for Netflix. ''House of Cards'' is set in Washington, D.C., and is the story of Frank Underwood (House of Cards), Frank Underwood (Kevin Spacey), an immoral politician and Democratic Party (United States), Democrat from South Carolina's 5th congressional district and his equally ambitious wife Claire Underwood (Robin Wright). Frank is passed over for appointment as United States Secretary of State, Secretary of State but remains Party leaders of the United States House ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Confess (film)
''Confess'' is a 2005 American independent feature film written and directed by Stefan Schaefer. Plot Terroll Lessor (played by Eugene Byrd) is a computer genius in an unpleasant job. He decides to use his skills against reprehensible parts of society. Along with his girlfriend (played by Ali Larter), he gains embarrassing information on people whom he believes to be immoral and exposes this information to the public. This garners the attention of police and people who wish him harm, and results in copy-cat crimes by others who admire him. In its review of the film, ''Variety'' described the plot: "A black, downwardly mobile computer genius abducts corporate and governmental VIPs and taunts them into “confessing” the racism, exploitation and naked self-interest behind their smooth official facades. He then uploads their confessions onto an increasingly popular Web site." Cast * Eugene Byrd as Terell Lessor * Ali Larter as Olivia Averill * Melissa Leo as Agnes Lessor * Glen ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Sopranos
''The Sopranos'' is an American Crime film#Crime drama, crime drama television series created by David Chase. The series follows Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini), a New Jersey American Mafia, Mafia boss who suffers from panic attacks. He reluctantly begins seeing a psychiatrist, Jennifer Melfi, Dr. Melfi (Lorraine Bracco), who encourages him to open up about his difficulties balancing his family life with his criminal life. List of The Sopranos characters, Other important characters include Tony's family, Mafia colleagues, and rivals, most notably his wife Carmela Soprano, Carmela (Edie Falco) and his protégé and distant cousin Christopher Moltisanti (Michael Imperioli). Having been Greenlight, greenlit in 1997, the series was broadcast on HBO from January 10, 1999, to June 10, 2007, spanning six seasons and List of The Sopranos episodes, 86 episodes. Broadcast syndication followed in the United States and internationally. ''The Sopranos'' was produced by HBO, Chase Films, and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Job (2001 TV Series)
The Job may refer to: Film and television * ''The Job'' (2003 film), an action film starring Daryl Hannah * ''The Job'' (2009 film), a dark comedy starring Patrick Flueger * ''The Job'', a 2005 short film featuring Marysia Kay * ''The Job'' (2001 TV series), an American comedy-drama starring Denis Leary * ''The Job'' (2013 TV series), a cancelled American reality competition show * "The Job" (''The Office''), an episode of ''The Office'' (U.S.) * "The Job" (''The Amazing World of Gumball''), an episode of ''The Amazing World of Gumball'' Literature * ''The Job'' (novel), a 1917 novel by Sinclair Lewis * ''The Job'' (police newspaper), the official newspaper of London's Metropolitan Police Service * '' The Job: Interviews with William S. Burroughs'', a 1969 book by Daniel Odier * ''The Job'', a 1998 novel by Douglas Kennedy See also * ''La Job'', a Quebec adaptation of the British TV series ''The Office'' * Job (other) A job is a regular activity performed in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Late Night With Conan O'Brien
''Late Night with Conan O'Brien'' is an American television talk show broadcast by NBC. The show is the second installment of the ''Late Night (franchise), Late Night'' franchise originally established by David Letterman. Hosted by Conan O'Brien, it aired from September 13, 1993, to February 20, 2009, replacing ''Late Night with David Letterman'' and was replaced by ''Late Night with Jimmy Fallon''. The show featured varied comedic material, celebrity interviews, and musical and comedy performances. ''Late Night'' aired weeknights at 12:37 am Eastern Time Zone, Eastern/11:37 pm Central Time Zone, Central in the United States. From 1993 until 2000, Andy Richter served as O'Brien's sidekick; following his departure, O'Brien was the show's sole featured performer. The show's house musical act was Jimmy Vivino and the Basic Cable Band, The Max Weinberg 7 and led by E Street Band drummer Max Weinberg. In 2004, as part of a deal to secure a new contract, NBC announced that O ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Carry-On
The term hand luggage or cabin baggage (normally called carry-on in North America) refers to the type of luggage that passengers are allowed to carry along in the passenger compartment of a vehicle instead of a separate cargo compartment. Passengers are allowed to carry a limited number of smaller bags with them in the vehicle, which typically contain valuables and items needed during the journey. There is normally storage space provided for hand luggage, either under seating, or in overhead lockers. Trains usually have luggage racks above the seats and may also (especially in the case of trains travelling longer distances) have luggage space between the backs of seats facing opposite directions, or in extra luggage racks, for example, at the ends of the carriage (train car in American English) near the doors. Commercial air travel Hand baggage allowance is a topic frequently discussed in the context of commercial air travel. On the one hand, passengers may want to have more ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Inside Game
''Inside Game'' is a 2019 American sports drama written by Andy Callahan and directed by Randall Batinkoff and starring Scott Wolf, Eric Mabius, Will Sasso, and Lindsey Morgan. This film is based on the 2007 NBA betting scandal and centers on Tommy Martino (Wolf) and his two friends NBA referee Tim Donaghy (Mabius) and bookie Baba Battista (Sasso). It was released on November 1, 2019. Philadelphia, New York, New Jersey and Florida are the main settings and primary shooting locations were in the New Jersey environs. Plot The plot follows a betting scheme between the three childhood friends who were uniquely situated to their roles. Cast * Scott Wolf as Tommy Martino * Eric Mabius as Tim Donaghy * Will Sasso as Baba Battista * Lindsey Morgan as Stephanie, Tommy's girlfriend * Curtiss Cook Curtiss Cook (born October 2, 1968) is an American character actor known for his roles in ''House of Cards'', ''Manifest'', ''Mayans M.C.'', ''Luke Cage'', '' Narcos'', and others. Early life ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Madeline's Madeline
''Madeline's Madeline'' is a 2018 American drama film written and directed by Josephine Decker. It stars Helena Howard in her first film role, alongside Molly Parker and Miranda July. The film follows a teenage actress who is encouraged by her theater director to blur the lines between the character she is playing and her actual identity. The film is known for its experimental visuals and the improvisational process Decker used to create the story, not unlike the characters themselves. The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 22, 2018. It was released on August 10, 2018, by Oscilloscope Laboratories. The film received critical acclaim, particularly for Howard's performance, which was hailed by IndieWire as one of the 50 best performances of the 2010s decade. Plot Madeline is a lonely teenager who is part of a professional acting ensemble creating an experimental theater performance about ''The Three Little Pigs'' using improvisation. She enjoy ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Roxanne Roxanne
''Roxanne Roxanne'' is a 2017 American musical film, musical drama film written and directed by Michael Larnell. It stars Chanté Adams, Mahershala Ali, Nia Long, Elvis Nolasco, Kevin Phillips (actor), Kevin Phillips, and Shenell Edmonds. The film revolves around the life of rapper Roxanne Shante. It was screened in the U.S. Dramatic Competition section of the 2017 Sundance Film Festival. Adams won the Breakthrough Performance Award at the Sundance Film Festival. Cast Release In January 2017, it was Neon (distributor), Neon had acquired North American distribution rights to the film in a bidding war that also included Amazon Studios, Lionsgate Films, Lionsgate and Miramax. However, in December 2017, the film was revealed to be part of Netflix's 2018 film slate. Critical reception On review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 70% based on 30 reviews, and an average rating of 6/10. The website's critical consensus reads, "''Roxanne Roxanne'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Destined (film)
''Destined'' is a 2016 American fantasy drama film written and directed by Qasim Basir and starring Cory Hardrict, Hill Harper, La La Anthony and Jesse Metcalfe. Cast * Cory Hardrict as Sheed / Rasheed * Jesse Metcalfe as Officer Holder / Dylan Holder * Robert Christopher Riley as Cal / Calvin * Margot Bingham as Maya * La La Anthony as Jada * Hill Harper as Mayor Jones * Jason Dohring as Nathan Miller / Officer Miller * Zulay Henao as Giselle Porter * Curtiss Cook as Mr. Davis Production The film was shot in Detroit. According to the ''Detroit Free Press'', the idea for the film was inspired by the 1998 film ''Sliding Doors''. While promoting the film in an interview with ''The Hollywood Reporter'', Hardrict said, "When I read the script, it felt scary, and if something scares me on the page, I have to do it." Reception The film has a 33% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Awards Basir and Hardrict won the Best Director and Best Actor awards respectively at the 2016 American Black ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
All Is Bright
''All Is Bright'' (released as ''Almost Christmas'' in the UK) is a 2013 comedy-drama film directed by Phil Morrison. It stars Paul Giamatti and Paul Rudd, with Sally Hawkins and Amy Landecker in supporting roles. The film debuted at the 2013 Tribeca Film Festival, with a video on demand release following on September 10, 2013. It was released in theaters on October 4, 2013. Plot Out on parole in Quebec after serving four years for stealing, Dennis (Giamatti) returns home to find that his wife Therese has told his daughter Michi he has died of cancer. He also discovers his old friend and former accomplice Rene (Rudd) is in a relationship with his ex. Dennis has a brief fit of rage at Therese and later lands one punch on Rene. Homeless and desperate for work as there is a recession, he reluctantly asks Rene if he can go with him to sell Christmas trees in New York City. Dennis wants to make enough money to buy his estranged daughter the piano she has always wanted. In Brooklyn ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shutter Island (film)
''Shutter Island'' is a 2010 American neo-noir psychological thriller film directed by Martin Scorsese. It was adapted by Laeta Kalogridis from the 2003 novel of the same name by Dennis Lehane, about a Deputy U.S. Marshal who comes to Shutter Island to investigate a psychiatric facility after one of the patients goes missing. It stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Mark Ruffalo, with Ben Kingsley, Max von Sydow and Michelle Williams in supporting roles. The film had its wide release on February 19, 2010, and received generally positive reviews from critics. It was chosen by the National Board of Review as one of the top ten films of 2010, and grossed $295 million worldwide. The film is also noted for its soundtrack, which prominently used classical music, such as that of Gustav Mahler, Krzysztof Penderecki, György Ligeti, John Cage, Ingram Marshall, and Max Richter. Plot In 1954, U.S. Marshal Edward "Teddy" Daniels and his new partner Chuck Aule travel to Ashecliffe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
