Born on June 28, 1966, in Evanston, Illinois, he emerged from a family with strong ties to the performing arts. Gaining early recognition in the 1980s for roles in teen films, he quickly transitioned to more mature roles, showcasing versatility in dramas, thrillers, and comedies. Known for his performances in "Say Anything," "High Fidelity," and "Grosse Pointe Blank," his career spans decades. In addition to acting, he is also a producer and screenwriter, often choosing projects that reflect his political and social interests.
SERENDIPITY
Serendipity is a romantic comedy film about a couple who meet by chance one night and feel a deep connection. However, they decide to let fate...
HOT TUB TIME MACHINE
Hot Tub Time Machine is a comedy film about a group of friends who travel back in time to their 1980s heyday after a crazy night in a hot tub. They...
THE GRIFTERS
The Grifters is a noir crime drama that delves into the world of con artists and deception. The film follows Roy, a small-time conman juggling a...
LOVE AND MERCY
"Love & Mercy" is a biographical drama about Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys' musical genius. It weaves two timelines—Paul Dano's young, inventive Wilson...
IGOR
Igor is a 2008 animated science fiction comedy film that follows the story of a hunchbacked lab assistant named Igor who dreams of becoming a mad...
THE SURE THING
The Sure Thing is a 1985 American romantic comedy film directed by Rob Reiner. The film follows a college student who goes on a road trip to meet a...
HIGH FIDELITY
High Fidelity is a 2000 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Stephen Frears. It stars John Cusack as Rob, a record store owner and...
ANASTASIA
Anastasia is a 1997 animated musical drama film that follows the journey of a young woman named Anya who is believed to be the lost Russian princess...
1408
1408 is a psychological horror film based on a Stephen King short story. The movie follows a skeptical author who stays in a haunted hotel room where...
RUNAWAY JURY
Runaway Jury is a gripping legal thriller that delves into the complex and often murky world of jury tampering. The film centers around a high-stakes...
GRAND PIANO
Grand Piano is a thriller film that follows Tom Selznick, a once-promising classical pianist who, after freezing up during a performance, returns to...
THE FROZEN GROUND
The Frozen Ground is a crime thriller that chronicles the true story of Alaskan State Trooper Jack Halcombe's pursuit of notorious serial killer...
FAT MAN AND LITTLE BOY
Fat Man and Little Boy is a historical drama that delves into the complexities and moral dilemmas faced during the Manhattan Project, the World War II...
BETTER OFF DEAD...
Better Off Dead... is a 1985 teen romantic comedy film about a high school student who is devastated when his girlfriend dumps him. He embarks on a...
THE PAPERBOY
The Paperboy is a 2012 drama film that follows a reporter and his brother as they investigate a case involving a death row inmate. The story unfolds...
THE ICE HARVEST
The Ice Harvest is a 2005 American black comedy crime film directed by Harold Ramis. The story follows a mob lawyer who embezzles money from his boss...
MAPS TO THE STARS
Maps to the Stars is a dark, satirical drama that explores the complex and dysfunctional lives of a Hollywood family. The story follows the Weiss...
BEING JOHN MALKOVICH
Being John Malkovich is a quirky and surreal film that follows the story of a puppeteer named Craig Schwartz, who discovers a portal that leads...
2012
In 2012, the world faces a cataclysmic event as the Earth's crust begins to shift, causing massive earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis. As...
LOVE & MERCY
Love & Mercy is a biographical drama film that tells the story of Brian Wilson, the lead singer of the Beach Boys. The movie follows two different...
BULLETS OVER BROADWAY
Bullets Over Broadway is a 1994 American black comedy crime film directed by Woody Allen. The story follows a struggling playwright who is forced to...
EIGHT MEN OUT
Eight Men Out is a drama film based on the true story of the 1919 Black Sox scandal, where eight members of the Chicago White Sox were accused of...
IDENTITY
Identity is a psychological thriller that revolves around ten strangers stranded at a desolate Nevada motel during a storm. As they seek refuge, they...
THE BAG MAN
The Bag Man is a neo-noir crime thriller that follows the story of a hitman named Jack, who is assigned by his boss to retrieve a mysterious bag and...
GROSSE POINTE BLANK
Grosse Pointe Blank is a dark comedy film that revolves around Martin Blank, a professional hitman experiencing a mid-life crisis when he receives an...
CON AIR
Con Air is a high-octane action film that follows the story of Cameron Poe, an ex-Army Ranger who finds himself aboard a prisoner transport flight...
SAY ANYTHING...
In this classic 1989 romantic comedy, Lloyd Dobler, an eternal optimist, falls for the intelligent and beautiful Diane Court. As they navigate their...