Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle: Silent Film’s Fallen Star
In the early days of Hollywood, before the rise of the modern movie star system, few actors were as famous as Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle, a gifted entertainer whose name is more synonymous with Hollywood scandal than any of his performances. At the height of his…
Gene Hackman Biography
Gene Hackman is known for his intense performances and ability to bring depth to every role. Over a career spanning more than four decades, he built a reputation as a versatile and powerful presence on screen, receiving two Oscars, two baftas, and four Golden Globes…
Jed Biography – The Wolf of The Silver Screen
The IMDb entry says, “Jed was born in 1977 in Bellingham, Washington, USA. He was an actor, known for White Fang (1991), The Journey of Natty Gann (1985) and The Magical World of Disney. He died in June 1995 in Acton, California, USA.” Just reading…
David Lynch Biography
I was a teenager when Twin Peaks came out, and, like my fellow drama club friends, I decided it was one of the best shows on television. I bought the soundtrack and even read The Secret Diary of Laura Palmer, which was published to accompany…
Carl Switzer Biography
You might not recognize the name Carl Switzer. But you most likely know the name Alfalfa. So, connected to the role he played in the series Our Gang, the actor will always be remembered as the little boy with the funny hair. Although his life…
Max Schreck Biography
Max Schreck is a name forever etched in the annals of horror cinema, thanks to his unforgettable portrayal of Count Orlok in Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (1922). His gaunt face and eerie demeanor in the silent classic helped shape the visual language of cinematic…
Michael Villella Biography
Michael Villella’s list of performances on the screen is short, however, he is best known for his chilling portrayal of Russ Thorn in the cult slasher film Slumber Party Massacre (1982). Early Life Michael Villella was born in California, where he was raised in a…
Tony Todd Biography
Tony Todd, an actor whose deep, commanding voice and towering presence have featured in hundreds of films, stage productions, and television series, has gone to the great horror film in the sky. Early Life Anthony Tiran Todd was born on December 4, 1954, in Washington,…
