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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
WAR, INC.
War, Inc. is a satirical action-comedy set in a fictional Central Asian country where a corporate mercenary firm treats war as a business. John Cusack...
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...
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...