Born on October 4, 1923, in Evanston, Illinois, he became a prominent figure in American cinema, known for his intense performances and commanding presence. He gained fame with roles in epic films like "The Ten Commandments," "Ben-Hur," for which he won an Academy Award, and "Planet of the Apes." His career spanned over six decades, during which he became a cultural icon. Beyond acting, he was a prominent political activist, serving as president of the NRA. He passed away on April 5, 2008.
BEN-HUR
Ben-Hur is a classic epic film set in ancient Rome, following the life of Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish prince who is betrayed and sent into slavery by his...
GRAY LADY DOWN
Gray Lady Down is a 1978 American disaster film about the sinking of a nuclear submarine. The crew must work together to survive the underwater...
SOYLENT GREEN
In the year 2022, overpopulation and pollution have ravaged the Earth. Soylent Green is a highly nutritious food ration, but a police detective...
THE AGONY AND THE ECSTASY
The Agony and the Ecstasy is a historical drama film that tells the story of the artist Michelangelo and his struggles to paint the Sistine Chapel...
TREASURE ISLAND
A young boy named Jim Hawkins embarks on a treasure hunt with a group of pirates after discovering a map to a legendary treasure. Along the way, he...
BOWLING FOR COLUMBINE
Bowling for Columbine is a 2002 American documentary film written, produced, directed, and narrated by Michael Moore. The film explores what Moore...
PLANET OF THE APES
Planet of the Apes is a groundbreaking science fiction film that explores themes of civilization, science, and the nature of humanity. Set in a...