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Spymate
''Spymate'' is a 2006 Canadian adventure comedy film directed by Robert Vince, written by Calvin Hansen, and starring Emma Roberts and Chris Potter. It was released to Canadian theatres on February 24, 2006, and on DVD in North America on April 11, 2006. This was one of the last films featuring Pat Morita, and was released three months after his death. Plot Minkey, a super-spy primate, rescues his partner Mike Muggins from Middle Eastern terrorists. Their secretary, Edith, commends them on being the two best spies in the business, but Mike informs her that he is going to retire to be with his wife and daughter. The movie flashes forward 10 years. Mike's wife had died, and his daughter, Amelia, is a child prodigy, having invented a revolutionary oxygen iodide laser drill. Amelia is about to receive the National Scientific Achievement Award from the world's leading scientists, Dr. Robert Farley and Dr. Claudette Amour. Mike tells her how proud he is, and reminds her that Minkey is ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Musetta Vander
Musetta Vander (born Musetta van der Merwe; 26 May 1963) is a South African actress, model and dancer. Biography In 1991, Vander landed her first notable role, portraying Zander Tyler in seven episodes of the action-adventure TV series '' Super Force''. In 1997, Vander portrayed Sindel in '' Mortal Kombat: Annihilation''. In 1998, Vander starred as Lady Elara, one of the lead characters in the video game ''Dune 2000''. In 2002, Vander reprised her role for the sequel, '' Emperor: Battle for Dune''. Vander's theater credits include '' The Bourgeois Gentleman'' and ''Soweto's Burning''. Vander appeared in commercials, including those for Lancôme, Sanyo, McDonald's, Diet Coke, Mercedes, Heineken and Skittles. She played Agent 24-7 for Prudential Real Estate. Vander is featured in magazines, including a pictorial in ''Maxim'' and a cover on ''Details''. 1999, Vander had a supporting role in Barry Sonnenfeld's film ''Wild Wild West'' portraying an assistant to Kenneth Branag ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Emma Roberts
Emma Rose Roberts (born February 10, 1991 Additional on October 9, 2016) is an American actress. Known for her work in film and television projects of the horror film, horror and thriller (genre), thriller genres, she has received List of awards and nominations received by Emma Roberts, various accolades, including a Young Artist Award, an MTV Movie & TV Award, and a National Association of Theatre Owners, ShoWest Award. After making her acting debut in the crime film ''Blow (film), Blow'' (2001), Roberts gained recognition for her lead role as Addie Singer on the Nickelodeon television teen sitcom ''Unfabulous'' (2004–2007). For the series, she released her debut soundtrack album, ''Unfabulous and More'', in 2005. She went on to appear in numerous films, including ''Aquamarine (film), Aquamarine'' (2006), ''Nancy Drew (2007 film), Nancy Drew'' (2007), ''Wild Child (film), Wild Child'' (2008), ''Hotel for Dogs (film), Hotel for Dogs'' (2009), ''Valentine's Day (2010 film), Va ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Keystone Family Pictures
Robert Vince (born April 1, 1962) is a Canadian director, producer, writer and screenwriter. He has been involved in movie production since the late 1980s and has been directing movies since 2000, such as '' MVP: Most Valuable Primate'', the ''Air Buddies'' series, and '' Chestnut: Hero of Central Park''. Career Vince, who hails from Vancouver, is CEO of Key Pix Productions and best known as the filmmaker behind family film franchises "Air Bud" and "Air Buddies". Vince has come to specialize in making films with children and animals. His directing credits include all of the "Air Buddies" franchise films, ''Santa Pups'', ''Santa Paws'', ''Chestnut'', ''Spymate'', ''MVP: Most Valuable Primate'', ''Air Bud: Seventh Inning Fetch'', ''MVP: Most Vertical Primate'' and ''MXP: Most Xtreme Primate''. Before Vince launched his directing career, he ran Keystone Entertainment, where he produced, co-wrote and directed more than 33 films, primarily in partnership with Disney, Miramax and Warne ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Robert Vince
Robert Vince (born April 1, 1962) is a Canadians, Canadian director, producer, writer and screenwriter. He has been involved in movie production since the late 1980s and has been directing movies since 2000, such as ''MVP: Most Valuable Primate'', the Air Bud (series), ''Air Buddies'' series, and ''Chestnut: Hero of Central Park''. Career Vince, who hails from Vancouver, is CEO of Key Pix Productions and best known as the filmmaker behind family film franchises "Air Bud" and "Air Buddies". Vince has come to specialize in making films with children and animals. His directing credits include all of the "Air Buddies" franchise films, ''Santa Pups'', ''Santa Paws'', ''Chestnut'', ''Spymate'', ''MVP: Most Valuable Primate'', ''Air Bud: Seventh Inning Fetch'', ''MVP: Most Vertical Primate'' and ''MXP: Most Xtreme Primate''. Before Vince launched his directing career, he ran Keystone Entertainment, where he produced, co-wrote and directed more than 33 films, primarily in partnership with ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chris Potter (actor)
Christopher Jay Potter (born August 23, 1960) is a Canadian actor, director, musician, and pitchman. He is primarily known for his roles on soap operas and prime-time television. Potter is known for his roles as Peter Caine, the son of Kwai Chang Caine (played by David Carradine) on the 1990s crime drama '' Kung Fu: The Legend Continues'', Dr. David Cameron on the first season of '' Queer as Folk'', as the voice of Gambit in the animated X-Men series, and for his recurring role as con-artist Evan Owen on ''The Young and the Restless''. He plays Tim Fleming on the drama ''Heartland''. Early life The oldest of three children, Potter was born in Toronto, Ontario, to Ron Potter, an ex-pro-football player and insurance executive, and Judith Potter, a singer. Potter was raised in London, Ontario and attended Oakridge Secondary School. He developed an interest in sports as well as in music and community theater. Potter wanted a career as a professional athlete; however, his father ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mike Southon (cinematographer)
Mike Southon BSC is a British cinematographer. He is a past President of the British Society of Cinematographers. As well as films, he has shot more than 250 music videos and 200 television commercials. Films *1985 ''Captive'' Paul Mayersberg c *1986 ''Gothic'' Ken Russell c *1986 ''Vardo (1986 film)'' Matthew Jacobs ?; short/26m *1987 ''The Minisagas'' James Scott; ep #3 "Stateside: The Epic Bestseller That Shocked America" & #4 "Retirement Hobbies for Octogenarians" dir by Gerry Feeny; ep #5 "The Nihilist's Double Vision" & #6 "The Best Ever Nuclear Fall Out Shelter", dir by Syd Macartney] b&w-c; 6 short films for theatrical screenings *1987 ''Aria'' seg #9 "Louise: Depuis le jour" dir by Derek Jarman b&w-c; 10 seg; cph: Christopher Hughes *1987 ''Paperhouse (film), Paperhouse'' Bernard Rose c; hph: Peter Allwork *1988 ''Spies Inc./S.P.O.O.K.S./Spies, Lies and Alibis/Code Name: Chaos'' Antony Thomas c *1988 ''Queen of Hearts'' Jon Amiel c; uwph: Charles Lagus *1989 '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Michael Bailey Smith
Michael Bailey Smith (born November 2, 1957) is an American actor. He is best known for his appearances on the television series ''Charmed'', where he played Belthazor, a Grimlock leader and Shax. Early life Smith was born in Alpena, Michigan, to an Air Force family, which lived in Tehran, Iran, during his last two years of high school. He graduated from Tehran American School. After working for Westinghouse, he joined the United States Army where he served in the 82nd Airborne Division as a paratrooper. He then attended college at Eastern Michigan University, where his athletic talents earned him a spot as a free agent with the Dallas Cowboys in 1985. Smith's football career was cut short by injury and he returned to Eastern Michigan University, where in 1988 he earned a bachelor of science degree in computer aided design. Career Smith stumbled upon acting when he accompanied a friend to an audition for the 1989 film '' A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child''. S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Peter Shinkoda
Peter Shinkoda (born March 25, 1971) is a Canadian film and television actor who stars as Dai on the TNT science fiction series ''Falling Skies'' from Steven Spielberg and as Sektor in the Warner Bros. webseries '' Mortal Kombat: Legacy'' directed by Kevin Tancharoen. Shinkoda also starred as recurring villain Nobu Yoshioka on Seasons 1 and 2 of Marvel's '' Daredevil'', which is distributed and viewable via Disney+. Shinkoda has also starred as in films such as '' Midway'' (as Minoru Genda), ''Predator'' (as Dr. Yamada), ''War'' (as Harbor Yanagawa Shatei); ''I, Robot'' (as Detective Chin); ''Paycheck'' and TV shows such as ''Hawaii Five-0'' (as Alan Kim), ''Sanctuary'' (as Andy Fetz), '' Dark Angel'' (as Albino X), ''Stargate SG-1'', ''Supernatural'', ''The L Word'' (as Bryan Karikawa), ''Kingdom Hospital'', '' Andromeda'' (as Burke), ''Cold Squad'', '' Masked Rider'' and the original ''Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers'' (in both series as Ferrian). Early life Peter Shinkoda w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mark Acheson
Mark Acheson (born September 19, 1957) is a Canadian voice, film and television actor. Career Acheson began studying acting at Langara College’s Studio 58 at the age of 15. He is a founding member of Janus Theatre and appeared on stage for eight years including a full season at the Arts Club as well as The NewPlay center, Carousel Theatre, Western Canada Theatre in Kamloops, Sunshine Theatre in Kelowna, The Belfry in Victoria and StageWest in Edmonton. In his 30s, he started an extensive career in film and television, mostly in supporting roles. Some of his most notable roles are the Mailroom Guy in ''Elf'' and Mr. Tripoli in '' Fargo''. His other film credits include ''The 13th Warrior'' and ''Watchmen''. Acheson has also amassed a large body of work in voice acting, where he tends to be cast as villains. He voiced the characters of Lord Tirek from '' My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic'', Sabretooth from '' Hulk Vs. Wolverine'', and has provided the voice of many character ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pat Morita
Noriyuki "Pat" Morita (June 28, 1932 – November 24, 2005) was an American actor and comedian. He was known for his roles as Matsuo "Arnold" Takahashi on ''Happy Days'', Mr. Miyagi in ''The Karate Kid'' film series, Captain Sam Pak on the sitcom ''M*A*S*H'', Ah Chew in '' Sanford and Son'', Mike Woo in ''The Mystery Files of Shelby Woo'', and The Emperor of China in ''Mulan'' and ''Mulan II''. He was the series lead actor in the television program ''Mr. T and Tina'' and in '' Ohara'', a police-themed drama. The two shows made history for being among the few TV shows with an Asian-American series lead. Morita was nominated for the 1985 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Mr. Miyagi in ''The Karate Kid'', which would be the first of a media franchise in which Morita was the central player. Early life Morita was born on June 28, 1932, in Isleton, California to Japanese immigrant parents. Morita's father Tamaru, born in 1897, immigrated to California from ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Taras Kostyuk
Taras Kostyuk ( uk, Тарас Костюк) is a Canadian actor and a stuntman. Taras was born in Lviv, Ukraine, and starred in featured films & TV shows since 1997. Filmography *2014 Rockland Boulevard (pre-production) - ''Vlad'' *201Kowel's Voice(pre-production) - ''Ukrainian Guard'' *2013 RockLand (pre-production) - ''Security Man'' *2014 Hunting for the Icon 2 (post-production) - ''Grob'' *2013 Hunting for the Icon (completed) *2013 Elysium - ''Spider's Ship Smuggler'' *2013 Arctic Air (TV series) - ''Ace'' (episode: Ts'inada) *2013 Red Widow (TV series) - ''Russian Doorman'' (episode: The Recorder) *2011 InSecurity (TV series) - ''Sergey'' (episode: Keeping Up with the Laslovs) *2010 Supernatural (TV series) - ''Spike'' (episode: All Dogs Go to Heaven, uncredited) *2010 Transparency - ''Brothel Door Man'' *2010 The Killing Machine - ''Boris'' *2009 The Zero Sum - ''Sasha'' *2009 Ratko: The Dictator's Son - ''Kostka's Bodyguard'' (as Taras Kostyuk) *2008 Ice Blues - '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Guillaume Lemay-Thivierge
Guillaume Lemay-Thivierge (born February 28, 1976) is a Canadians, Canadian actor and film producer best known for major roles in Quebec films ''Nitro (film), Nitro'' and ''The 3 L'il Pigs (Les 3 p'tits cochons)'' in 2007. Profile After participating in a first commercial ad at the age of 6, Thivierge's career started very early at the age of eight when he had his first minor television and film roles on ''Épopée rock'', ''Manon'', ''Les annees des reves'', ''Le Matou'' and ''La Dame en couleurs'' in 1984 and 1985. However, it was in the mid-2000s where Thivierge started to play lead roles in ''Nitro'' as well as in the ''3 L'il pigs'', two of the biggest box-office Quebec hits in 2007. Another notable role was in Lance et Compte: Le Revanche in 2006, where he played a paraplegic lawyer defending one of the fictional National de Quebec hockey who was charged with second degree murder and later for involuntary homicide following an on-ice incident where a player died from his i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
