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David St. James
David Francis St. James (born September 4, 1947) is an American character actor and comedian. Career In 1992, St. James began his acting career with an appearance in the film '' Man Trouble''. St. James is best known for his recurring roles on multiple television series, including ''iCarly'', ''General Hospital'', ''Beverly Hills, 90210'', '' The Neighbors'', ''Big Love'', ''Monk'', ''Preacher'', ''The West Wing'', and ''Frasier''. St. James appears on ''The West Wing'' as Congressman Darren Gibson and on ''iCarly'' as Mr. Howard, a mean teacher who hates his students and wife. He also appeared in ''Creative Differences'' as Dick. He has appeared in nearly 100 movies and has had many roles on television and in commercials. St. James is also known for his role as Admiral Broden in '' Space: Above and Beyond'' and Bob Garland in ''Donnie Darko ''Donnie Darko'' is a 2001 American Science fiction film, science fiction psychological thriller film written and directed by Richard ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Honolulu
Honolulu ( ; ) is the List of capitals in the United States, capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Hawaii, located in the Pacific Ocean. It is the county seat of the Consolidated city-county, consolidated City and County of Honolulu County, Hawaii, Honolulu, situated along the southeast coast of the island of Oahu, Oʻahu, and is the westernmost and southernmost major U.S. city as well as westernmost and southernmost U.S. state capital. It is also a major hub for business, finance, hospitality, and military defense in both the state and Oceania. The city is characterized by a mix of various Asian culture, Asian, Western culture, Western, and Oceanian culture, Pacific cultures, reflected in its diverse demography, cuisine, and traditions. is Hawaiian language, Hawaiian for "sheltered harbor" or "calm port"; its old name, , roughly encompasses the area from Nuʻuanu Avenue to Alakea Street and from Hotel Street to Queen Street, which is the heart of the present dow ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Direct Hit (film)
''Direct Hit'' is a 1994 direct-to-video action film starring William Forsythe and directed by Joseph Merhi. Plot After informing his CIA handlers that his next hit will be his last, John Hatch (Forsythe) discovers that his target isn't a criminal at all. Refusing to take the woman out, Hatch instead takes it upon himself to protect her and expose the web of corruption at work. Cast * William Forsythe as Hatch *Jo Champa as Savannah * Richard Norton as Rogers *John Aprea as Terry Daniels *George Segal as James Tronson *Juliet Landau as Shelly *Steve Garvey as Reporter *Mel Novak Milan Mrdjenovich (, ''Milan Mrđenović''; June 16, 1934 – April 9, 2025), known as Mel Novak, was an American actor who was best known for villainous roles in '' Black Belt Jones'', ''Game of Death'', and '' An Eye for an Eye''. He was also k ... as Kovar * David St. James as Technician References External links * 1994 films 1994 action films American action films Films directed by Joseph ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Evan Almighty
''Evan Almighty'' is a 2007 American fantasy comedy film that is a spin-off and sequel of '' Bruce Almighty'' (2003). The film was directed by Tom Shadyac, written by Steve Oedekerk, based on the characters created by Steve Koren and Mark O'Keefe from the original film. It stars Steve Carell and Morgan Freeman reprising their roles as Evan Baxter and God, respectively, with new cast members Lauren Graham and John Goodman. The film is a modern-day retelling of Noah's Ark, which Evan reluctantly re-enacts because God commands him to do so at the same time Evan pursues a new career in government. Production of the film began in January 2006. Several visual effects companies were used to provide CGI for the numerous animals and the climactic tsunami scene. By the time the film had completed production, it had become the most expensive comedy film ever, later being overtaken by '' Men in Black 3''. The film opened on June 22, 2007, and was a box-office bomb, grossing $17 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Black Dawn (2005 Film)
''Black Dawn'' (also known as ''Foreigner 2: Black Dawn'') is a 2005 American action film directed by Alexander Gruszynski in his feature film directorial debut. It was produced by, and stars, Steven Seagal, who reprises his role as Jonathan Cold. It is a follow-up to the 2003 film ''The Foreigner (2003 film), The Foreigner''. Plot Jonathan Cold is a former-Central Intelligence Agency, CIA agent now working for himself and offering his services to the highest bidder. Jon is hired to break James Donovan out of prison. After a successful break, Jon takes James to see his brother, arms dealer Michael Donovan, who had hired Jon to break James out. In gratitude, the Donovans hire Jon to help sell parts for a small nuclear bomb to Nicholi (Nicholas Davidoff), the leader of a Chechen terrorist group planning to blow up Los Angeles because the CIA killed the group's previous leader. Meanwhile, Jon's former protégé, agent Amanda Stuart, is spying on the Donovans for the CIA. The Donovans ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marilyn Hotchkiss' Ballroom Dancing & Charm School
Randall Miller (born July 24, 1962) is an American film director, producer, screenwriter, editor, and occasional actor. At the American Film Institute (AFI), Miller received acclaim for his 1990 short film ''Marilyn Hotchkiss Ballroom Dancing & Charm School''. This led to a career directing films in Hollywood in the 1990s, including the comedies ''Class Act'' (1992), ''Houseguest'' (1995), and ''The 6th Man'' (1997). In his 40s, Miller ventured into independent film, taking money out of his house to direct and produce ''Marilyn Hotchkiss' Ballroom Dancing and Charm School'' (2005), an expansion of his 1990 short into a full-length feature. Miller followed this with the indie films '' Nobel Son'' (2007), ''Bottle Shock'' (2008), and ''CBGB'' (2013), all starring Alan Rickman in the lead role. Miller self-distributed and raised the money for ''Bottle Shock'', his greatest critical success. Miller has closely collaborated with his wife Jody Savin on many of his projects, writing a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
American Wedding
''American Wedding'' (known as ''American Pie 3: The Wedding'' or ''American Pie: The Wedding'', in some countries) is a 2003 American sex comedy film written by Adam Herz and directed by Jesse Dylan. It is the sequel to '' American Pie'' (1999) and '' American Pie 2'' (2001), and the third of the ''American Pie'' franchise. The film's main plot focuses on the wedding ceremony of Jim Levenstein ( Jason Biggs) and Michelle Flaherty ( Alyson Hannigan), while its subplot centers on Steve Stifler ( Seann William Scott), and his outrageous antics including his attempt to organize a bachelor party, teaching Jim to dance for the wedding, and competing with Finch ( Eddie Kaye Thomas) to win the heart of Michelle's sister, Cadence ( January Jones). It is the last film in the series to be written by Herz, who conceptualized the franchise, and also the only theatrical film in the series in which Chris Klein (Oz), Chris Owen (Sherman), Mena Suvari (Heather), Tara Reid (Vicky), Shan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tomcats (2001 Film)
''Tomcats'' is a 2001 American sex comedy film written and directed by Gregory Poirier. It stars Jerry O'Connell, Shannon Elizabeth, and Jake Busey. This film also features Dakota Fanning in her film acting debut. It is the first film released by Revolution Studios. Plot A group of men, Michael Delaney, Kyle Brenner, Steve and others, are talking before the wedding ceremony of one of their friends. They agree to a pact whereby they will all invest in a fund that only the last bachelor will inherit. Michael goes to Las Vegas years later with Steve and his girlfriend. After going back to their room, he mistakenly thinks she wants him to say "I love you". He panics and kicks her out of the room and she dumps him. He goes on a bender and picks up a sultry redhead who encourages him to gamble at the roulette table. He goes on an amazing run of bad luck, losing everything and taking out credit from the casino. In the end, the casino intervenes and he is summoned to meet the pit b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bounce (film)
''Bounce'' is a 2000 American romantic drama film starring Ben Affleck and Gwyneth Paltrow and directed by Don Roos. Plot In Chicago's O'Hare airport, advertising executive Buddy Amaral is delayed by a snow storm for a return flight to Los Angeles, on the same airline he has just signed as a big client. He meets writer Greg Janello, and when his flight resumes boarding, Buddy gives his ticket to Greg so he can get home to his wife and sons, eight-year-old Scott and four-year-old Joey. Buddy convinces his friend and airline employee Janice Guerrero to allow Greg to take his place on the flight. While spending the night with fellow stranded passenger Mimi, he sees on television that the flight crashed. He has Janice check into the computer system to change his for Greg's name on the passenger manifest. Greg's wife Abby is awakened by news of the crash, and for many hours is torn between hope and despair, clinging to the belief that Greg would still arrive on the later flight ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Desert Thunder
''Desert Thunder'' is a 1998 action film, It uses stock footage from Iron Eagle and Navy Seals. Cast * Daniel Baldwin as Lee Miller * Tim Abell as Bobby "Jet" Burkett * Richard Tyson Richard Tyson (born ) is an American actor. He is best known as Kaz in ''Hardball (1989 TV series), Hardball'' (1989–1990) as well as his film roles in ''Three O'Clock High'' (1987), ''Two Moon Junction'' (1988), ''Kindergarten Cop'' (1990), ... as Ralph Streets References External links * Films directed by Jim Wynorski 1998 films 1990s English-language films American action films 1990s American films English-language action films {{1990s-US-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
My Favorite Martian (film)
''My Favorite Martian'' is a 1999 American science fiction comedy film directed by Donald Petrie, written by Sherri Stoner and Deanna Oliver. The film is loosely based on the 1960s television series of the same name which starred Ray Walston, who also has a supporting role in the film. The film stars Christopher Lloyd, Jeff Daniels, Daryl Hannah, Elizabeth Hurley, Wallace Shawn, and Wayne Knight. A '' Mickey Mouse Works'' short, ''Pluto Gets the Paper: Spaceship'', was shown in theaters with it. ''My Favorite Martian'' was released in the United States on February 12, 1999. The film received negative reviews from critics and was a box-office failure, grossing $36.8 million against a $65 million budget. Plot The film opens on Mars, showing the last moments of a Mars rover's mission. As the rover prepares to sample Martian rock, it dies. The mission controllers congratulate themselves on a successful mission, while back on Mars the scene pans up from the dead rover to sh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alien Resurrection
''Alien Resurrection'' is a 1997 American science fiction horror film directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, written by Joss Whedon, and starring Sigourney Weaver and Winona Ryder. It is the fourth installment of the ''Alien'' franchise, and was filmed at the 20th Century Fox studios in Los Angeles, California. In the film, set 200 years after the preceding installment, ''Alien 3'' (1992), Ellen Ripley is cloned, and an Alien queen is surgically removed from her body. The United Systems Military (USM) hopes to breed Aliens to study and research on the spaceship USM ''Auriga'', using human hosts abducted and delivered to them by a group of mercenaries. The Aliens escape their enclosures, and Ripley and the mercenaries attempt to escape and destroy the ''Auriga'' before it reaches Earth. Additional roles are played by Ron Perlman, Dan Hedaya, J. E. Freeman, Brad Dourif, and Michael Wincott. ''Alien Resurrection'' had its premiere in Paris on November 6, 1997, and was released to t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Black Sheep (1996 Film)
''Black Sheep'' is a 1996 American comedy film starring Chris Farley and David Spade. It is directed by Penelope Spheeris, is written by Fred Wolf, and also stars Tim Matheson, Christine Ebersole, and Gary Busey. The plot follows a political aide who is assigned to control the brother of a candidate for Governor of Washington, who helps his brother's campaign. It grossed during its U.S. theatrical run. Plot Mike Donnelly, a good-natured but loud and bumbling oddball of his family, is driving an advertisement truck to support his brother Al Donnelly's campaign for Governor of Washington. His competition is the 8-year incumbent, Evelyn Tracy. Mike is chased by dogs while driving and crashes into a local movie theater. Al's campaign manager, Roger Kovary, advises Al to get rid of Mike, but Al decides to have Mike campaign for him in town with the assistance of campaign aide Steve Dodds, who accepts the job in return for a spot on Al's staff following the election. As Steve goes ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
