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Edward Furlong
Edward Walter Furlong (born August 2, 1977) is an American actor. He won Saturn and MTV Movie Awards for his breakthrough performance at age 13 as John Connor in James Cameron's '' Terminator 2: Judgment Day''; which was followed by a mini-sequel, short attraction film '' T2-3D: Battle Across Time'' co-directed and co-written by Cameron with the same main cast. In 1992, he gave an Independent Spirit Award-nominated turn opposite Jeff Bridges in '' American Heart'', and earned a second Saturn Award nomination for his work in '' Pet Sematary Two''. He won a Young Artist Award for his performance alongside Kathy Bates in ''A Home of Our Own'' (1993) and appeared in '' Before and After'' (1996) with Meryl Streep and Liam Neeson. Furlong received acclaim for his starring roles in the 1998 motion pictures '' Pecker'', co-starring Christina Ricci, and ''American History X'', co-starring Edward Norton.Flint Marx, RebeccaEdward Furlong: Biography Allmovie. Retrieved August 28, 2013. H ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
London Film And Comic Con
London is the capital and largest city of England and the United Kingdom, with a population of just under 9 million. It stands on the River Thames in south-east England at the head of a estuary down to the North Sea, and has been a major settlement for two millennia. The City of London, its ancient core and financial centre, was founded by the Romans as ''Londinium'' and retains its medieval boundaries.See also: Independent city § National capitals The City of Westminster, to the west of the City of London, has for centuries hosted the national government and parliament. Since the 19th century, the name "London" has also referred to the metropolis around this core, historically split between the counties of Middlesex, Essex, Surrey, Kent, and Hertfordshire, which largely comprises Greater London, governed by the Greater London Authority.The Greater London Authority consists of the Mayor of London and the London Assembly. The London Mayor is distinguished from the Lord May ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Before And After (film)
''Before and After'' is a 1996 American crime drama-mystery film based on Rosellen Brown's 1992 novel of the same name about two parents who must deal with the after effects when their son is accused of murder. The movie was directed by Barbet Schroeder and starred Meryl Streep as Dr. Carolyn Ryan, Liam Neeson as Ben Ryan, Edward Furlong as Jacob Ryan, and Julia Weldon as Judith Ryan (who also narrated the movie). Alfred Molina, John Heard, and Alison Folland appear in supporting roles. Plot In a small Western Massachusetts town, Dr. Carolyn Ryan and her sculptor husband Ben live with their two children Jacob and Judith. Their world is shattered when Sheriff Fran Conklin tells them that Martha Taverner has been killed and witnesses saw Jacob with her just before she died. When he asks to speak with Jacob, the family realizes that he's not in his room as they thought. Conklin asks to look at Jacob's car, but Ben refuses. When Conklin asks Judith where Jacob is, Ben demands the sh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mali Finn
Mali Finn (March 8, 1938 – November 28, 2007), born Mary Alice Mann, was an American casting director and former English and drama teacher. She cast numerous actors in successful films, including Edward Furlong, Brad Renfro, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Russell Crowe. Biography Born as Mary Alice Mann on March 8, 1938, in Danville, Illinois, she later moved to Minneapolis, where she received a bachelor's degree in theater from the University of Minnesota. She was married to Don Finn, a theater director and professor of directing and acting at The Guthrie and California State University Fullerton, and had one child with him. Career In the early 1980s Finn was a beloved drama teacher at Holland High School in Holland, Michigan, where she challenged her students with difficult productions such as '' You Can't Take It with You''. She also lectured in English Literature at Hope College in the early 70s. In 1981 the couple moved to Newport Beach, California, where Finn's career as a casting ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saturn Award
The Saturn Awards are American awards presented annually by the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films. The awards were created to honor science fiction, fantasy, and horror in film, but have since grown to reward other films belonging to genre fiction, as well as television and home media releases. The Saturn Awards were created in 1973 and were originally referred to as Golden Scrolls. History The Saturn Awards were devised by Donald A. Reed in 1973, who felt that work in films in the genre of science fiction at that time lacked recognition within the established Hollywood film industry's award system. Initially, the award given was a Golden Scroll certificate. In the late 1970s, the award was changed to be a representation of the planet Saturn, with its ring(s) composed of film. The Saturn Awards are voted upon by members of the presenting Academy. The Academy is a non-profit organization with membership open to the public. Its president and executive produc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
MTV Movie Awards 1992
The 1992 MTV Movie Awards was hosted by Dennis Miller. Performers *En Vogue — "My Lovin' (You're Never Gonna Get It)" *Ugly Kid Joe — " Everything About You" *Arrested Development — "Tennessee" * Vince Neil — " You're Invited (But Your Friend Can't Come)" Awards Best Movie '' Terminator 2: Judgment Day'' *''Backdraft'' *'' Boyz n the Hood'' *''JFK'' *'' Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves'' Best Male Performance Arnold Schwarzenegger – '' Terminator 2: Judgment Day'' *Kevin Costner – '' Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves'' * Robert De Niro – '' Cape Fear'' *Val Kilmer – ''The Doors'' *Robin Williams - ''The Fisher King'' Best Female Performance Linda Hamilton – '' Terminator 2: Judgment Day'' *Geena Davis – ''Thelma and Louise'' * Rebecca De Mornay – '' The Hand That Rocks the Cradle'' *Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio – '' Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves'' *Julia Roberts – ''Dying Young'' Most Desirable Male Keanu Reeves – ''Point Break'' *Kevin Costner – '' Rob ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Russians
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Animal Factory
''Animal Factory'' is a 2000 neo-noir film directed by Steve Buscemi and starring Willem Dafoe, Edward Furlong, Danny Trejo, John Heard, Mickey Rourke, Tom Arnold, Seymour Cassel, Shell Galloway and Mark Boone, Jr. Set in San Quentin, the film is about life in prison. It is based on the novel of the same name by Eddie Bunker who plays the part of Buzzard in the film. Plot Ron Decker, a young man convicted for drug possession, is sent to prison where veteran con Earl Copen takes Decker under his wing and introduces him into his own gang. Copen first helps out Decker when three Puerto Ricans attempt to lure him into a cell block to rape him. Copen sees through their plans and talks to the Puerto Ricans, who quickly abandon interest in Decker. Over the next few days, Copen helps Decker out by getting him better jobs, food, and even transferring him to his own cell block. Mainly Copen helps Decker's case and points out that under a new article passed by the legislature, a judge can ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Detroit Rock City (film)
''Detroit Rock City'' is a 1999 American teen comedy film directed by Adam Rifkin and written by Carl V. Dupré. It tells of four teenage boys in a Kiss tribute band who try to see their idols in a concert in Detroit in 1978. Comparable with other rock films such as ''Rock 'n' Roll High School'', '' Dazed and Confused'', and ''I Wanna Hold Your Hand'', it tells a coming-of-age story through a filter of 1970s music and culture in the United States. It took its title from the Kiss song of the same name. The film was shot at Cedarbrae Collegiate Institute in Scarborough, Toronto and other Ontario locations including Copps Coliseum in Hamilton. The film received mixed reviews from critics and grossed approximately $6 million against a $17 million budget. Plot In 1978 Cleveland, Ohio, four rebellious teenage boys – Hawk, Lex, Trip Verudie, and Jeremiah "Jam" Bruce – play in a Kiss tribute band called "Mystery" and prepare to see their idols in concert in Detroit, Michigan the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
AllMovie
AllMovie (previously All Movie Guide) is an online database with information about films, television programs, and screen actors. , AllMovie.com and the AllMovie consumer brand are owned by RhythmOne. History AllMovie was founded by popular-culture archivist Michael Erlewine, who also founded AllMusic and AllGame. The AllMovie database was licensed to tens of thousands of distributors and retailers for point-of-sale systems, websites and kiosks. The AllMovie database is comprehensive, including basic product information, cast and production credits, plot synopsis, professional reviews, biographies, relational links and more. AllMovie data was accessed on the web at the AllMovie website. It was also available via the AMG LASSO media recognition service, which can automatically recognize DVDs. In late 2007, TiVo Corporation acquired AMG for a reported $72 million. The AMG consumer facing web properties AllMusic.com, AllMovie.com and AllGame.com were sold by Rovi in August 2013 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Edward Norton
Edward Harrison Norton (born August 18, 1969) is an American actor and filmmaker. He has received numerous awards and nominations, including a Golden Globe Award and three Academy Award nominations. Born in Boston, Massachusetts and raised in Columbia, Maryland, Norton was drawn to theatrical productions at local venues as a child. After graduating from Yale College in 1991, he worked for a few months in Japan before moving to New York City to pursue an acting career. He gained immediate recognition and critical acclaim for his debut in '' Primal Fear'' (1996), which earned him a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor and an Academy Award nomination in the same category. His role as a reformed neo-Nazi in ''American History X'' (1998) earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. He also starred in the film ''Fight Club'' (1999), which garnered a cult following. Norton emerged as a filmmaker in the 2000s. He established the production company Class 5 Films in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
American History X
''American History X'' is a 1998 American crime drama film directed by Tony Kaye and written by David McKenna. The film stars Edward Norton and Edward Furlong as two brothers from Los Angeles who are involved in the white power skinhead and neo-Nazi movements. The older brother (Norton) serves three years in prison for voluntary manslaughter, is rehabilitated during this time, and then tries to prevent his brother (Furlong) from being indoctrinated further. The supporting cast includes Fairuza Balk, Stacy Keach, Elliott Gould, Avery Brooks, Ethan Suplee and Beverly D'Angelo. McKenna wrote the script based on his own childhood and experiences of growing up in San Diego. He sold the script to New Line Cinema, which was impressed by the writing. ''American History X'' was Kaye's first directorial role in a feature film. Budgeted at $20 million, filming took place in 1997. Before the film's release, Kaye and the film studio were in disagreements about the final cut of the film. T ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Christina Ricci
Christina Ricci ( ; born February 12, 1980) is an American actress. Known for playing unusual characters with a dark edge, Ricci predominantly works in independent productions, but has also appeared in numerous box office hits. She has received nominations for a Golden Globe and two Primetime Emmy Awards. Ricci made her film debut at the age of nine in ''Mermaids'' (1990), which was followed by a breakout role as Wednesday Addams in ''The Addams Family'' (1991) and its sequel, ''Addams Family Values'' (1993). Subsequent appearances in ''Casper'' and '' Now and Then'' (both 1995) established her as a teen idol. At 17, she moved into adult-oriented roles with ''The Ice Storm'' (1997), which led to parts in several independent films, such as '' Pecker'' (1998), ''The Opposite of Sex'' (1998), and '' Monster'' (2003). She has also starred in '' Sleepy Hollow'' (1999), ''Penelope'' (2006), and ''Speed Racer'' (2008), and had a supporting role in ''The Matrix Resurrections'' (2021 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
