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Julian Richings
Julian Richings (born 30 August 1956)''Births, Marriages & Deaths Index of England & Wales, 1916–2005.''; at Ancestry.com is a British-Canadian character actor. He has appeared in over 225 films and television series. Career After touring the United States with a British stage production, Richings moved to Toronto, Ontario, Canada in 1984. Within five years, he had become a regular on the second season of the ''War of the Worlds'' TV series. In the 1996 film '' Hard Core Logo'', he played the bitter, aging, punk rock legend Bucky Haight. He appeared in the iconic opening of the 1997 film ''Cube''. In 1999, he appeared in the science fiction film ''Thrill Seekers''. In 2000, he appeared as Bellanger in '' The Claim'', and earned a Genie Award nomination for best supporting actor. He was a member of the repertory cast of the A&E TV original series ''A Nero Wolfe Mystery'' (2001–02). He played the role of Death in The CW's show ''Supernatural,'' beginning in its fifth season ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Phoenix Fan Fusion
Phoenix Fan Fusion (formerly Phoenix Comicon and Phoenix Comic Fest) is a speculative fiction entertainment and comic book convention held annually in Phoenix, Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona. It was founded as the Phoenix Cactus Comicon in June 2002, and originally consisted of a one-day six-hour event held in Ahwatukee, Arizona, Ahwatukee, Arizona. The convention plays host to comic related panels, programming events, art contests, and autograph signings for all ages. It is a four-day event (Thursday-Sunday) held during the summer at the Phoenix Convention Center in downtown Phoenix. On Thursday evening prior to the official opening of the event, there is a preview for professionals, exhibitors, and select guests pre-registered for all four days. Originally showcasing comic books, science fiction/fantasy and film/television, and related popular arts, the convention has expanded over the years to include a larger range of popular culture, pop culture elements, such as horror fiction, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Death (personification)
Death is frequently imagined as a personified force. In some mythologies, a character known as the Grim Reaper (usually depicted as a berobed skeleton wielding a scythe) causes the victim's death by coming to collect that person's soul. Other beliefs hold that the Spectre of Death is only a psychopomp, serving to sever the last ties between the soul and the body, and to guide the deceased to the afterlife, without having any control over when or how the victim dies. Death is most often personified in male form, although in certain cultures Death is perceived as female (for instance, Marzanna in Slavic mythology, or Santa Muerte in Mexico). By region Americas Latin America As is the case in many Romance languages (including French, Portuguese, Italian, and Romanian), the Spanish word for death, ''muerte,'' is a feminine noun. As such, it is common in Spanish-speaking cultures to personify death as a female figure. In Aztec mythology, Mictecacihuatl is the "Queen of Mictl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Last Stand
Last stand is a position against overwhelming odds. Last Stand or The Last Stand may also stand for: Film and TV Film * ''The Last Stand'' (1938 film), an American film directed by Joseph H. Lewis * ''The Last Stand'' (1984 film), a film about the band Cold Chisel * ''Last Stand'', a 2000 science fiction action film with Orestes Matacena * ''The Last Stand'' (2013 film), an action film about an American sheriff who fights against the Mexican drug mafia, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger * '' X-Men: The Last Stand'', a 2006 film Television * "Last Stand" (Stargate SG-1), an episode of the television series ''Stargate SG-1'' * "Last Stand", an episode of the action-adventure television series ''MacGyver'' * "SpongeBob's Last Stand", an episode of the American animated television series ''SpongeBob SquarePants'' *"The Last Stand", the fifty-second and final episode of ''The Legend of Korra'' *"The Last Stand, Part 1" and " 2", the fifty-ninth and sixtieth episodes of ''Voltron: L ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Last Casino
''The Last Casino'' (also known by its French title, ''La Mise Finale'') is a 2004 French-language Canadian drama film about a card counting scheme. The film was produced by Greg Dummett, Lorraine Richard and Madeleine Henri, directed by Pierre Gill and written by Steven Westren. ''The Last Casino'' stars Charles Martin Smith as Barnes, Katharine Isabelle as Elyse, Kris Lemche as Scott, Julian Richings as Orr and Albert Chung as George. ''The Last Casino'' draws heavily from the story of the MIT Blackjack Team.The MIT Blackjack Team. (2018)"The Last Casino" Retrieved on April 2, 2018. The MIT Blackjack Team was a group of students from Massachusetts Institute of Technology who were trained by Bill Kaplan.Ball, Janet. (2014)"How a team of students beat the casinos" Retrieved on April 2, 2018. Kaplan delayed his entrance to Harvard University because he believed he could create a mathematics model that would assist him in being successful at blackjack. In 1977, Kaplan turned $10 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Being Julia
''Being Julia'' is a 2004 comedy-drama film directed by István Szabó and starring Annette Bening and Jeremy Irons. The screenplay by Ronald Harwood is based on the novel ''Theatre'' (1937) by W. Somerset Maugham. The original film score was composed by Mychael Danna. Plot Set in London in 1938, the film focuses on highly successful and extremely popular theatre actress Julia Lambert, whose gradual disillusionment with her career as she approaches middle age has prompted her to ask her husband, stage director Michael Gosselyn, and his financial backer Dolly de Vries to close her current production to allow her time to travel abroad. They persuade her to remain with the play throughout the summer. Michael introduces her to Tom Fennel, an enterprising American, who confesses his deep appreciation of her work. Seeking the passion missing from her marriage, and anxious to fill the void left when her close friend Lord Charles suggested they part ways to avoid scandalous gossip, Julia ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kingdom Hospital
''Kingdom Hospital'' (sometimes known as ''Stephen King's Kingdom Hospital'') is a thirteen-episode television series based on Lars von Trier's '' The Kingdom'' (Danish title: ''Riget''), developed by horror writer Stephen King in 2004 for American television. While initially conceived as a miniseries, it was later changed into a regular television series (albeit one that lasted one season). It was first aired on ABC on March 3 and concluded on July 15, 2004 after being put on hold during NBA playoffs. ''Kingdom Hospital'' has been compared to the paranormal hospital drama series '' All Souls'', another production which had been inspired by Von Trier's ''The Kingdom.'' Plot The story tells of the fictional Kingdom Hospital located in Lewiston, Maine, built on the site of a mill that manufactured military uniforms during the American Civil War. Previously, a hospital known as the "Old Kingdom" had been built on the site, but it burned down. The current hospital is known as the " ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stephen King
Stephen Edwin King (born September 21, 1947) is an American author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, crime, science-fiction, and fantasy novels. Described as the "King of Horror", a play on his surname and a reference to his high standing in pop culture, his books have sold more than 350 million copies, and many have been adapted into films, television series, miniseries, and comic books. King has published 64 novels, including seven under the pen name Richard Bachman, and five non-fiction books. He has also written approximately 200 short stories, most of which have been published in book collections.Jackson, Dan (February 18, 2016)"A Beginner's Guide to Stephen King Books". Thrillist. Retrieved February 5, 2019. King has received Bram Stoker Awards, World Fantasy Awards, and British Fantasy Society Awards. In 2003, the National Book Foundation awarded him the Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters. He has also received awards for his cont ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wrong Turn (2003 Film)
''Wrong Turn'' is a 2003 slasher film directed by Rob Schmidt and written by Alan B. McElroy. The film stars Desmond Harrington, Eliza Dushku, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Jeremy Sisto, Kevin Zegers, and Lindy Booth. The film follows a group of six individuals being stalked by a cannibalist family in the woods. Development for the film began in 2001 when it was announced Summit Entertainment and Newmarket Group teamed to produce ''Wrong Turn'', a 1970s-style horror pic to be directed by Schmidt, while McElroy wrote the script. The film was a co-production between Summit and Constantin Film, with Stan Winston designing the creature effects and serving as a producer. ''Wrong Turn'' was theatrically released in the United States on May 30, 2003, by 20th Century Fox. The film received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its premise, but criticized its script, underdeveloped characters and horror clichés. It grossed over $28 million worldwide against a $12 million budget. Plot College s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Supernatural (season 10)
The tenth season of ''Supernatural'', an American dark fantasy television series created by Eric Kripke, premiered on October 7, 2014 on The CW, and concluded on May 20, 2015, consisting of 23 episodes. The season aired Tuesdays at 9:00 p.m. (ET), and moved to Wednesdays at 9:00 p.m. beginning March 18, 2015. This is the third season with Jeremy Carver as showrunner. The season was released on DVD and Blu-ray in region 1 on September 8, 2015. The tenth season had an average viewership of 2.02 million U.S. viewers. The season follows Sam and Dean as Dean deals with the after effects of using The First Blade and becomes a demon. The brothers try to escape the curse, dealing with a family of murderers and Cain himself. Cast Starring * Jared Padalecki as Sam Winchester * Jensen Ackles as Dean Winchester * Misha Collins as Castiel / Jimmy Novak * Mark A. Sheppard as Crowley Special appearance by * Rob Benedict as Chuck Shurley * Jim Beaver as Bobby Singer Guest stars Episodes ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Supernatural (season 9)
The ninth season of ''Supernatural'', an American dark fantasy television series created by Eric Kripke, premiered on October 8, 2013, concluded on May 20, 2014, and contained 23 episodes. This is the second season with Jeremy Carver as showrunner. The season was released on DVD and Blu-ray in region 1 on September 9, 2014, in region 2 on June 8, 2015, and in region 4 on October 8, 2014. The ninth season had an average viewership of 2.19 million U.S. viewers. The season follows Dean and Sam as they try to stop a revived Abaddon, a Knight of Hell, and have to use a cursed object called The First Blade to do so. Meanwhile, Metatron closes off heaven and causes the angels to fall, and Castiel will stop at nothing to stop him. Cast Starring * Jared Padalecki as Sam Winchester / Gadreel * Jensen Ackles as Dean Winchester * Misha Collins as Castiel Special guest stars * DJ Qualls as Garth Fitzgerald IV * Jim Beaver as Bobby Singer * Leslie Jordan as the voice of Yorkie * Nicole "Snoo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Supernatural (season 7)
The seventh season of '' Supernatural'', an American dark fantasy television series created by Eric Kripke, premiered September 23, 2011, and concluded May 18, 2012, airing 23 episodes. The season focuses on protagonists Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean Winchester (Jensen Ackles) facing a new enemy called Leviathans, stronger than anything they have encountered so far as well as rendering their usual weapons useless. On January 12, 2012, the season won two People's Choice Awards including Best Network TV Drama. This is the second and final season of Sera Gamble as showrunner, with Jeremy Carver taking over the role for season eight. Warner Home Video released the season on DVD and Blu-ray in Region 1 on September 18, 2012, in region 2 on November 5, 2012, and in Region 4 on October 31, 2012. The seventh season had an average viewership of 1.73 million U.S. viewers. Cast Starring * Jared Padalecki as Sam Winchester * Jensen Ackles as Dean Winchester Special guest stars * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Supernatural (season 6)
The sixth season of '' Supernatural'', an American dark fantasy television series created by Eric Kripke, premiered September 24, 2010, and concluded May 20, 2011, airing 22 episodes. This is the first season to have Sera Gamble as showrunner after the full-time departure of Kripke. The sixth season had an average viewership of 2.27 million U.S. viewers. The season begins a year after the happenings of the previous season finale with Dean Winchester (Jensen Ackles) living a happy and normal life. Mysteriously, Sam Winchester (Jared Padalecki) is freed from Lucifer's cage in Hell and teams up with Dean, who leaves his new life behind and becomes a hunter again. In the United States the season aired on Fridays at 9:00 pm ( ET) on The CW television network. Special guest stars in this season included Brian Doyle-Murray and Robert Englund. Cast Starring * Jared Padalecki as Sam Winchester * Jensen Ackles as Dean Winchester * Misha Collins as Castiel Special guest stars * Ro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
