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Lara Grice
Lara Grice (born August 11, 1971) is an American actress, who has appeared in more than 50 movies, notable ''The Reaping'' (2007), ''The Final Destination'' (2009), ''Girls Trip'' (2017) and '' Body Cam'' (2020). On television, Grice had a recurring roles on '' Treme'', '' Salem'', ''Rectify'', and ''Queen Sugar''. Grice was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. Grice began her career studying at the University of Dallas The University of Dallas is a Private university, private Catholic church, Catholic university in Irving, Texas. Established in 1956, it is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The university comprises four academi ..., where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in acting. Filmography References External links * {{DEFAULTSORT:Grice, Lara 1971 births Living people 21st-century American actresses Actresses from New Orleans People from New Orleans American film actresses American television actresses University of Dallas alum ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans ( , ,New Orleans Merriam-Webster. ; french: La Nouvelle-Orléans , es, Nueva Orleans) is a Consolidated city-county, consolidated city-parish located along the Mississippi River in the southeastern region of the U.S. state of Louisiana. With a population of 383,997 according to the 2020 U.S. census, it is the List of municipalities in Louisiana, most populous city in Louisiana and the twelfth-most populous city in the southeastern United States. Serving as a List of ports in the United States, major port, New Orleans is considered an economic and commercial hub for the broader Gulf Coast of the United States, Gulf Coast region of the United States. New Orleans is world-renowned for its Music of New Orleans, distinctive music, Louisiana Creole cuisine, Creole cuisine, New Orleans English, uniq ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
At Last (film)
"At Last" is a song written by Mack Gordon and Harry Warren for the musical film ''Sun Valley Serenade'' (1941). Glenn Miller and his orchestra recorded the tune several times, with a 1942 version reaching number two on the US ''Billboard'' pop music chart. In 1960, rhythm and blues singer Etta James recorded an arrangement by Riley Hampton that improvised on Warren's original melody. Etta James' rendition was the title track on her debut album ''At Last!'' (1960) and was eventually inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999. Most recently, Celine Dion and Beyoncé have also had chart successes with the song. Glenn Miller original renditions Prior to release of ''Sun Valley Serenade'', "At Last" was performed in the film by Glenn Miller and his orchestra, with vocals by John Payne and Lynn Bari, dubbed by Pat Friday. Studio head Darryl Zanuck reportedly said: "There are too many big ones in this. Let's save one for the next." The "At Last" vocal by Payne and Bari was th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Soul Men
''Soul Men'' is a 2008 American musical comedy film directed by Malcolm D. Lee, and starring Samuel L. Jackson, Bernie Mac, Sharon Leal and Sean Hayes, released on November 7, 2008. It was one of three Bernie Mac films that were released after his death (and was actually released on the same date as another posthumous film, '' Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa''). Bernie Mac and Isaac Hayes died in unrelated circumstances on August 9 and 10, 2008, respectively. Director Lee said the film was heavily re-edited to soften the tone of the film, as a tribute to the two actors. It is the last Weinstein Company film to be distributed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Plot Two former backup soul singers, Louis Hinds and Floyd Henderson, who have not spoken to each other in 30 years since their band ended, reluctantly agree to travel across the country together for a reunion concert to honor their recently deceased band member and lead singer, Marcus Hooks. Cast *Samuel L. Jackson as Louis Hinds * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
K-Ville (TV Series)
''K-Ville'' (an abbreviation of ''Katrinaville'')Dave WalkerLights, camera, 'K-Ville' action ''The Times-Picayune'', May 15, 2007. Retrieved May 19, 2007. is an American crime drama television series that aired from September 17 to December 17, 2007, on Fox, created by executive producer Jonathan Lisco, centering on policing New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. Deran Sarafian directed the pilot. On May 15, 2008, the series was canceled. Production notes The pilot episode was written by Lisco (who also served as executive producer), directed by Deran Sarafian, and stars Anthony Anderson as Marlin Boulet and Cole Hauser as Trevor Cobb, partners who "have conflicting ideas about how to handle the city's problems."K-Ville ''TV.com''. Retrieved May 19, 2007. The pilot also features |
Girl, Positive
''Girl, Positive'' (typically stylized as "Girl, Posi+ive") is a 2007 Lifetime Television movie, following the story of Rachel, a preppy teenage girl who discovers she is HIV positive after a summer one-night stand with a boy. The film stars Andrea Bowen and Jennie Garth. Plot summary Rachel (Andrea Bowen), a high school girl, seems to have the life that most people envy: she has a steady boyfriend, great friends, and a place on the school's soccer team. Preparing for college and separating from her boyfriend are the main worries of this teen, as she lives a carefree life like most girls her age. However, Rachel's world falls apart the day she discovers that Jason (Erik von Detten), the guy whom she lost her virginity to at a party and died in a car accident a few months ago, was HIV positive and a heavy IV drug user. Rachel immediately goes to an AIDS clinic to get a rapid swab test, which comes back positive. Devastated by the fact that she may actually be infected with the vir ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Staircase Murders
''The Staircase Murders'' is a 2007 Lifetime television film directed by Tom McLoughlin and starring Treat Williams, Samaire Armstrong, and Kevin Pollak Kevin Elliot Pollak (born October 30, 1957) is an American actor, comedian, impressionist and podcast host. He has appeared in over 80 films; his roles include Sam Weinberg in Rob Reiner's legal film ''A Few Good Men'', Jacob Goldman in '' Grump .... It tells the story of Michael Peterson, who was convicted in 2003 of killing his wife by beating her over the head. During the trial it was revealed that many years previously a friend of Peterson's, whose children he would later adopt, died under seemingly similar circumstances. References External links * Lifetime (TV network) films American films based on actual events 2007 television films 2007 films Films directed by Tom McLoughlin American courtroom films Films about murder 2000s English-language films 2000s American films {{US-tv-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Year Without A Santa Claus
''The Year Without a Santa Claus'' is a 1974 stop motion animated Christmas television special produced by Rankin/Bass Productions. The story is based on Phyllis McGinley's 1956 book of the same name. It is narrated by Shirley Booth (her final acting credit before her retirement from acting) and starring the voices of Mickey Rooney, Dick Shawn, and George S. Irving. It was originally broadcast on December 10, 1974, on ABC. Plot Santa Claus wakes up with a cold sometime before Christmas in the early 20th century. His doctor, who thinks nobody cares about him anymore, advises him to make some changes to his routine, so Santa decides to take a holiday instead of delivering gifts. Mrs. Claus unsuccessfully tries to convince him otherwise, so she enlists two elves named Jingle and Jangle to find proof that people still believe in Santa. Jingle and Jangle set out with Santa's youngest reindeer Vixen, but are shot down by crossfire between the conflicting Miser Brothers: Snow Miser, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Déjà Vu (2006 Film)
''Déjà Vu'' is a 2006 American science fiction action film directed by Tony Scott, written by Bill Marsilii and Terry Rossio, and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer. The film stars Denzel Washington, Paula Patton, Jim Caviezel, Val Kilmer, Adam Goldberg (actor), Adam Goldberg and Bruce Greenwood. It involves an Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, ATF agent who travels back in time in an attempt to prevent a domestic terrorist attack that takes place in New Orleans and to save a woman with whom he falls in love. Filming took place in New Orleans after Effects of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans, Hurricane Katrina. The film premiered in New York City on November 20, 2006, and was released in the United States and Canada on November 22, 2006. It received mixed reviews from critics and earned $180 million worldwide against its $75 million production budget. It was the 23rd most successful film worldwide for 2006. The film was nominated for six awards, winning the Motion P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Novice (film)
''The Novice'' is a 2021 American psychological sports drama film written and directed by Lauren Hadaway (in her feature directorial debut). The film stars Isabelle Fuhrman as an obsessive freshman who joins her university's rowing team. It also stars Amy Forsyth, Dilone, Charlotte Ubben, Jonathan Cherry, and Kate Drummond. ''The Novice'' had its world premiere at the 20th Tribeca Film Festival on June 13, 2021, where it won three awards. The film was simultaneously released in theaters and on VOD on December 17, 2021. It earned five nominations at the 37th Independent Spirit Awards, including Best Feature. Plot After a physics class in which she takes the same exam multiple times over, obsessively competitive college freshman Alex Dall sets out to join the Wellington College Novice Rowing Program. Shortly after the first training session her thoughts become occupied with the sport - in particular with the consistent form practiced while rowing. Jamie Brill, another freshman ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Just My Luck (2006 Film)
''Just My Luck'' is a 2006 American romantic comedy film directed by Donald Petrie, from a screenplay by I. Marlene King and Amy B. Harris, starring Lindsay Lohan, Chris Pine, Faizon Love, Missi Pyle, and McFly. It tells the story of Ashley Albright who works in public relations and is the luckiest person in Manhattan, while Jake Hardin is a janitor and would-be music producer who seems to have terrible luck until their good and bad luck is switched upon kissing each other at a masquerade party which changes both their lives and leads them to meet each other once again. Plot Ashley Albright works at Braden & Co. Public Relations and has an extremely fortunate life, experiencing recurring strokes of good fortune since childhood. In contrast, Jake Hardin experiences bad luck on a daily basis. Jake is the unpaid US manager of the British band McFly. For weeks, he tries to get their demo CD to record label owner Damon Philips, hoping to get them discovered and become a music produc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thief (miniseries)
''Thief'' is a 2006 American thriller crime drama miniseries starring Andre Braugher as Nick Atwater, a master thief and leader of a heist crew, balancing his personal life with the planning of a major heist. It aired on FX from March 28 to May 2. The pilot was originally ordered by FX back in 2002, but didn't move forward until Braugher signed on. Despite critical acclaim, the show failed to garner significant ratings and FX declined to extend the series. Each episode features a different song performed by multiple Grammy Award nominee Anthony Hamilton. Cast and characters * Andre Braugher as Nick Atwater *Mae Whitman as Tammi Deveraux *Malik Yoba as Elmo "Mo" Jones * Yancey Arias as Gabriel "Gabo" Williams * Clifton Collins Jr. as Jack Hill Episodes Awards and nominations On August 27, 2006, at the 58th Primetime Emmy Awards, Andre Braugher won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie for his portrayal of Nick Atwater, the seco ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Dukes Of Hazzard (film)
''The Dukes of Hazzard'' is a 2005 American action comedy road film loosely based on the television series of the same name. The film was directed by Jay Chandrasekhar and released on August 5, 2005, by Warner Bros. Pictures. As in the television series, the film depicts the adventures of cousins Bo, Luke, and Daisy, and their Uncle Jesse, as they outfox crooked Hazzard County Commissioner Boss Hogg and Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane. The film was the acting debut of pop singer Jessica Simpson. While financially successful with an opening debut of 30 million and a worldwide gross of $109.8 million, the film met with generally negative reviews from critics. The film was followed by a direct-to-video prequel titled '' The Dukes of Hazzard: The Beginning'' (2007). Plot Cousins Bo, Luke, and Daisy Duke run a moonshine business for their Uncle Jesse in Hazzard County, Georgia. The cousins' primary mode of transportation is an orange 1969 Dodge Charger that the boys affectionately refer t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
