Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, she emerged as a prominent figure in independent cinema during the mid-1990s. She gained critical acclaim for her role in "Kids" (1995) and continued to build a reputation for taking on unconventional and challenging roles. Her performance in "Boys Don't Cry" (1999) earned her an Academy Award nomination. Known for her distinctive style and versatility, she has appeared in various films and TV series, including "American Horror Story" and "Big Love."
BOYS DON'T CRY
Boys Don't Cry is a 1999 film that tells the true story of Brandon Teena, a transgender man navigating life and love in rural Nebraska. As Brandon...
BEATRIZ AT DINNER
Beatriz at Dinner is a drama film that unfolds over the course of an evening at a dinner party. Beatriz, a holistic health practitioner and immigrant...
PARTY MONSTER
Party Monster is a 2003 film that tells the true story of Michael Alig, a flamboyant and notorious club promoter in the New York City nightlife scene...
SHATTERED GLASS
Shattered Glass is a biographical drama film based on the true story of journalist Stephen Glass, who was fired from The New Republic for fabricating...
DOGVILLE
Dogville is a 2003 experimental drama film that follows the story of a woman on the run who seeks refuge in a small, isolated town. As she becomes...
KIDS
Kids is a controversial drama film that follows a group of teenagers in New York City as they navigate through life, love, and risky behavior. The...
LEAN ON PETE
Lean on Pete is a heartfelt drama about a teenage boy who forms a bond with a failing racehorse named Lean on Pete. Together, they embark on a journey...
THE LAST DAYS OF DISCO
The Last Days of Disco, directed by Whit Stillman, is a comedy-drama that explores the lives and relationships of a group of young Manhattanites in...