Elias Koteas

Born:March 11, 1961

Place of Birth:Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Known For:Acting

Biography

Elias Koteas, born on March 11, 1961, is a talented Canadian actor who has graced both the big and small screens with his remarkable performances. Known for his versatility and ability to portray a wide range of characters, Koteas has left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.

One of his most memorable roles was as Alvin "Al" Olinsky in the series "Chicago P.D.," where he showcased his exceptional acting skills and brought depth to his character. Koteas has also impressed audiences with his performances in films such as "Shutter Island," "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button," and "Gattaca," where he delivered nuanced and captivating portrayals.

In addition to his on-screen work, Koteas has received recognition for his talent, including winning the Canadian Screen Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the film "Ararat" in 2002. This accolade is a testament to his dedication to his craft and his ability to bring characters to life in a compelling and authentic way.

Throughout his career, Koteas has collaborated with acclaimed directors and actors, showcasing his versatility and range as a performer. From his role as Monsieur Gateau in "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" to his portrayal of Edgar Reese in "Fallen," Koteas has consistently delivered memorable and impactful performances that have resonated with audiences.

His filmography is extensive and includes a diverse range of projects, from dramas like "Zodiac" to action-packed films like "Shooter." Koteas' ability to seamlessly transition between different genres and characters speaks to his talent and dedication to his craft.

Koteas' contributions to the entertainment industry extend beyond his acting roles. He has been a part of projects that have pushed boundaries and challenged audiences, such as "Crash" and "The Thin Red Line." His commitment to taking on complex and thought-provoking roles sets him apart as a versatile and respected actor in the industry.

With his impressive body of work and his ability to bring depth and authenticity to every character he portrays, Elias Koteas has solidified his place as a talented and esteemed actor in the world of film and television. His dedication to his craft and his passion for storytelling continue to captivate audiences and inspire fellow actors in the industry.

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Zodiac

Jack Mulanax

2007

The Zodiac murders cause the lives of Paul Avery, David Toschi and Robert Graysmith to intersect.

Now You See Me

Lionel Shrike (uncredited)

2013

An FBI agent and an Interpol detective track a team of illusionists who pull off bank heists during their performances and reward their audiences with the money.

Shooter

Jack Payne

2007

A top Marine sniper, Bob Lee Swagger, leaves the military after a mission goes horribly awry and disappears, living in seclusion. He is coaxed back into service after a high-profile government official convinces him to help thwart a plot to kill the President of the United States. Ultimately double-crossed and framed for the attempt, Swagger becomes the target of a nationwide manhunt. He goes on the run to track the real killer and find out who exactly set him up, and why, eventually seeking revenge against some of the most powerful and corrupt leaders in the free world.

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Monsieur Gateau

2008

Born under unusual circumstances, Benjamin Button springs into being as an elderly man in a New Orleans nursing home and ages in reverse. Twelve years after his birth, he meets Daisy, a child who flits in and out of his life as she grows up to be a dancer. Though he has all sorts of unusual adventures over the course of his life, it is his relationship with Daisy, and the hope that they will come together at the right time, that drives Benjamin forward.

Gattaca

Antonio Freeman

1997

Vincent is an all-too-human man who dares to defy a system obsessed with genetic perfection. He is an "In-Valid" who assumes the identity of a member of the genetic elite to pursue his goal of traveling into space with the Gattaca Aerospace Corporation.

Crash

Vaughan

1996

After getting into a serious car accident, a TV director discovers an underground sub-culture of scarred, omnisexual car-crash victims, and he begins to use car accidents and the raw sexual energy they produce to try to rejuvenate his sex life with his wife.

The Fourth Kind

Abel Campos

2009

Since the 1960s, a disproportionate number of the population in and around Nome, Alaska, have gone missing. Despite FBI investigations, the disappearances remain a mystery. Dr. Abigail Tyler, a psychologist, may be on the verge of blowing the unsolved cases wide open when, during the course of treating her patients, she finds evidence of alien abductions.

The Thin Red Line

Capt. James Staros

1998

The story of a group of men, an Army Rifle company called C-for-Charlie, who change, suffer, and ultimately make essential discoveries about themselves during the fierce World War II battle of Guadalcanal. It follows their journey, from the surprise of an unopposed landing, through the bloody and exhausting battles that follow, to the ultimate departure of those who survived.

Collateral Damage

Peter Brandt

2002

Firefighter Gordon Brewer is plunged into the complex and dangerous world of international terrorism after he loses his wife and child in a bombing credited to Claudio 'The Wolf' Perrini.

Let Me In

The Policeman

2010

A bullied young boy befriends a young female vampire who lives in secrecy with her guardian. A remake of the movie “Let The Right One In” which was an adaptation of a book.

Fallen

Edgar Reese

1998

Homicide detective John Hobbes witnesses the execution of serial killer Edgar Reese. Soon after the execution the killings start again, and they are very similar to Reese's style.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III

Casey Jones / Whit

1993

The four turtles travel back in time to the days of the legendary and deadly samurai in ancient Japan, where they train to perfect the art of becoming one. The turtles also assist a small village in an uprising.

Novocaine

Harlan Sangster

2001

A dentist finds himself a murder suspect after a sexy patient seduces him into prescribing her drugs.

Exotica

Eric

1994

In the upscale Toronto strip club Exotica, dancer Christina is visited nightly by the obsessive Francis, a depressed tax auditor. Her ex-boyfriend, the club's MC, Eric, still jealously pines for her even as he introduces her onstage, but Eric is having his own relationship problems with the club's female owner. Thomas, a mysterious pet-shop owner, is about to become unexpectedly involved in their lives.

The Greatest Game Ever Played

Arthur Ouimet

2005

A biopic of 20-year-old Francis Ouimet who defeated his golfing idol and 1900 US Open Champion, Harry Vardon.

Apt Pupil

Archie

1998

One day in 1984, Todd Bowden, a brilliant high school boy fascinated by the history of Nazism, stumbles across an old man whose appearance resembles that of Kurt Dussander, a wanted Nazi war criminal. A month later, Todd decides to knock on his door.

The Prophecy

Thomas Daggett

1995

The angel Gabriel comes to Earth to collect a soul which will end the stalemated war in Heaven, and only a former priest and a little girl can stop him.

Some Kind of Wonderful

Skinhead

1987

A young tomboy, Watts, finds her feelings for her best friend, Keith, run deeper than just friendship when he gets a date with the most popular girl in school.

S1m0ne

Hank Alano

2002

The career of a disillusioned producer, who is desperate for a hit, is endangered when his star walks off the film set. Forced to think fast, the producer decides to digitally create an actress "Simone" to sub for the star — the first totally believable synthetic actress.

The Haunting in Connecticut

Reverend Popescu

2009

When the Campbell family moves to upstate Connecticut, they soon learn that their charming Victorian home has a disturbing history: not only was the house a transformed funeral parlor where inconceivable acts occurred, but the owner's clairvoyant son Jonah served as a demonic messenger, providing a gateway for spiritual entities to crossover.

Dream House

Boyce

2011

Publisher Will Atenton quits a lucrative job in New York to relocate his wife, Libby, and their daughters to a quaint town in New England. However, as they settle into their home the Atentons discover that a woman and her children were murdered there, and the surviving husband is the town's prime suspect. With help from a neighbor who was close to the murdered family, Will pieces together a horrifying chain of events.

Tucker: The Man and His Dream

Alex

1988

Ypsilanti, Michigan, 1945. Engineer Preston Tucker dreams of designing the car of future, but his innovative envision will be repeatedly sabotaged by his own unrealistic expectations and the Detroit automobile industry tycoons.

Look Who's Talking Too

Stuart

1990

Mollie and James are together and raising a family, which now consists of an older Mikey and his baby sister, Julie. Tension between the siblings arises, and as well with Mollie and James when Mollie's brother Stuart moves in. Mikey is also learning how to use the toilet for the first time.

The Last Days on Mars

Charles Brunel

2013

On the last day of the first manned mission to Mars, a crew member of Tantalus Base believes he has made an astounding discovery – fossilized evidence of bacterial life. Unwilling to let the relief crew claim all the glory, he disobeys orders to pack up and goes out on an unauthorized expedition to collect further samples. But a routine excavation turns to disaster when the porous ground collapses and he falls into a deep crevice. His devastated colleagues attempt to recover his body. However, when another vanishes, they start to suspect that the life-form they have discovered is not without danger.

Defendor

Chuck Dooney

2009

A crooked cop, a mob boss and the young girl they abuse are the denizens of a city's criminal underworld. It's a world that ordinary Arthur Poppington doesn't understand and doesn't belong in, but is committed to fighting when he changes into a vigilante super-hero of his own making, Defendor. With no power other than courage Defendor takes to the streets to protect the city's innocents.

A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas

Sergie Katsov

2011

Six years have elapsed since Guantanamo Bay, leaving Harold and Kumar estranged from one another with very different families, friends and lives. But when Kumar arrives on Harold's doorstep during the holiday season with a mysterious package in hand, he inadvertently burns down Harold's father-in-law's beloved Christmas tree. To fix the problem, Harold and Kumar embark on a mission through New York City to find the perfect Christmas tree, once again stumbling into trouble at every single turn.

The Killer Inside Me

Joe Rothman

2010

Deputy Sheriff Lou Ford is a pillar of the community in his small west Texas town, patient and apparently thoughtful. Some people think he is a little slow and maybe boring, but that is the worst they say about him. But then nobody knows about what Lou calls his "sickness": He is a brilliant, but disturbed sociopathic sadist.

Desperate Hours

Wally Bosworth

1990

An escaped con, on the run from the law, moves into a married couple's house and takes over their lives.

Dancing at the Blue Iguana

Sully

2001

At the Blue Iguana, L.A.'s most notorious strip club, the lives of five exotic dancers converge, clash and ultimately bond over the course of one week.

The Girl in the Park

Raymond

2007

A mother, enduringly traumatized by the disappearance of her three-year old daughter 15 years ago, has cut herself off from her ex-husband and son. However, when a troubled young woman with a checkered past enters her life, old psychic wounds painfully resurface, as does the illogical and increasingly irrational hope that the young woman may be the daughter she lost so long ago.