Ray McKinnon

Ray McKinnon

Born:15. listopadu 1957

Place of Birth:Adel, Georgia, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Ray McKinnon, born on November 15, 1957, is a multifaceted talent in the American entertainment industry. His journey as an actor, screenwriter, film director, and producer has been nothing short of remarkable. McKinnon's dedication to his craft shines through in each of his diverse roles, showcasing his versatility and depth as a performer.

Graduating with a degree in Theatre from Valdosta State University, McKinnon honed his skills and laid the foundation for a successful career in the entertainment world. His passion for storytelling is evident in the projects he has been a part of, capturing audiences with his compelling performances on screen.

One of the highlights of McKinnon's career was his collaboration with his late wife, actress and producer Lisa Blount. Together, they shared a creative partnership that led to critical acclaim and recognition, including winning an Academy Award for Live Action Short Film in 2001 for their work on "The Accountant." This achievement solidified their place in the film industry and highlighted their talent as a dynamic duo.

As a co-founder of Ginny Mule Pictures, alongside Lisa Blount and Walton Goggins, McKinnon has been instrumental in bringing unique and engaging stories to life on the big screen. His contributions as a producer have helped shape the landscape of independent cinema, showcasing a commitment to authentic storytelling and artistic integrity.

Despite the challenges he has faced, McKinnon continues to inspire audiences with his dedication to his craft and his unwavering passion for storytelling. His performances resonate with audiences on a deep and emotional level, leaving a lasting impact that speaks to his talent and artistry as an actor.

Currently residing in Little Rock, Arkansas, the hometown of his late wife, McKinnon's connection to his roots is evident in his work. His performances are imbued with a sense of authenticity and sincerity, reflecting his personal experiences and the profound influence of his surroundings.

McKinnon's body of work stands as a testament to his talent and dedication to the art of storytelling. His contributions to the film industry have left an indelible mark, earning him a well-deserved place among the most respected and admired figures in Hollywood.

With a career marked by passion, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Ray McKinnon continues to captivate audiences with his compelling performances and visionary storytelling. His legacy as a versatile and accomplished artist is a testament to his enduring impact on the world of entertainment.

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Ford v Ferrari

Ford v Ferrari

Phil Remington

2019

American car designer Carroll Shelby and the British-born driver Ken Miles work together to battle corporate interference, the laws of physics, and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary race car for Ford Motor Company and take on the dominating race cars of Enzo Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France in 1966.
The Blind Side

The Blind Side

Coach Cotton

2009

The story of Michael Oher, a homeless and traumatized boy who became an All American football player and first round NFL draft pick with the help of a caring woman and her family.
Knox Goes Away

Knox Goes Away

Thomas Muncie

2024

A contract killer, after being diagnosed with a fast-moving form of dementia, is presented with the opportunity to redeem himself by saving the life of his estranged adult son. But to do so, he must race against the police closing in on him as well as the ticking clock of his own rapidly deteriorating mind.
Chaos Walking

Chaos Walking

Matthew

2021

Two unlikely companions embark on a perilous adventure through the badlands of an unexplored planet as they try to escape a dangerous and disorienting reality, where all inner thoughts are seen and heard by everyone.
Take Shelter

Take Shelter

Kyle

2011

Plagued by a series of apocalyptic visions, a young husband and father questions whether to shelter his family from a coming storm, or from himself.
Footloose

Footloose

Wes Warnicker

2011

Ren MacCormack is transplanted from Boston to the small southern town of Bomont where loud music and dancing are prohibited. Not one to bow to the status quo, Ren challenges the ban, revitalizing the town and falling in love with the minister’s troubled daughter Ariel in the process.
O Brother, Where Art Thou?

O Brother, Where Art Thou?

Vernon T. Waldrip

2000

In the deep south during the 1930s, three escaped convicts search for hidden treasure while a relentless lawman pursues them.
A Perfect World

A Perfect World

Bradley

1993

A kidnapped boy strikes up a friendship with his captor: an escaped convict on the run from the law, headed by an honorable U.S. Marshal.
Driving Miss Daisy

Driving Miss Daisy

Trooper #1

1989

The story of an old Jewish widow named Daisy Werthan and her relationship with her black chauffeur, Hoke. From an initial mere work relationship grew in 25 years a strong friendship between the two very different characters, in a time when those types of relationships were shunned.
Mud

Mud

Senior

2013

Two teenage boys find a fugitive hiding out on an island in the Mississippi River and help him reunite with his lover and escape an avenging family and their armed posse.
News of the World

News of the World

Simon Boudlin

2020

A Texan traveling across the wild West bringing the news of the world to local townspeople, agrees to help rescue a young girl who was kidnapped.
Sommersby

Sommersby

Lawyer Webb

1993

Set in the South just after the US Civil War, Laurel Sommersby is just managing to work the farm without her husband, believed killed in battle. By all accounts, Jack Sommersby was not a pleasant man, thus when he suddenly returns, Laurel has mixed emotions. It appears that Jack has changed a great deal, leading some people to believe that this is not actually Jack but an imposter. Laurel herself is unsure, but willing to take the man into her home, and perhaps later into her heart.
The Missing

The Missing

Russell J. Wittick

2003

When rancher and single mother of two Maggie Gilkeson sees her teenage daughter, Lily, kidnapped by Apache rebels, she reluctantly accepts the help of her estranged father, Samuel, in tracking down the kidnappers. Along the way, the two must learn to reconcile the past and work together if they are going to have any hope of getting Lily back before she is taken over the border and forced to become a prostitute.
The Net

The Net

Dale Hessman

1995

Angela Bennett is a freelance computer systems analyst who tracks down software viruses. At night she hooks up to the internet and chats to others 'surfing the net'. While de-bugging a new high-tech game for a cyber friend, she comes across a top secret program and becomes the target of a mysterious organization who will stop at nothing to erase her identity and her existence, in order to protect the project.
Needful Things

Needful Things

Deputy Norris Ridgewick

1993

A mysterious new shop opens in a small town which always seems to stock the deepest desires of each shopper, with a price far heavier than expected.
Bugsy

Bugsy

David Hinton

1991

New York gangster Ben 'Bugsy' Siegel takes a brief business trip to Los Angeles. A sharp-dressing womanizer with a foul temper, Siegel doesn't hesitate to kill or maim anyone crossing him. In L.A. the life, the movies, and most of all strong-willed Virginia Hill detain him while his family wait back home. Then a trip to a run-down gambling joint at a spot in the desert known as Las Vegas gives him his big idea.
Hick

Hick

Lloyd

2012

A pistol-packing teen meets an unstable rebel and a cocaine-snorting drifter as she hitchhikes her way out West.

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