Lorena Gale

Born:May 9, 1958

Place of Birth:Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Died:June 21, 2009

Known For:Acting

Biography

Lorena Gale, a multi-talented Canadian actress, playwright, and theatre director, left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry with her remarkable performances both on stage and on screen. Born on May 9, 1958, Gale's career spanned over three decades, showcasing her immense talent and versatility.

Throughout her career, Gale graced both the stage and the screen with her presence, captivating audiences with her powerful performances. Her notable roles in films such as "Fantastic Four," "The Chronicles of Riddick," and "The Exorcism of Emily Rose" solidified her reputation as a gifted actress with a wide range.

Not only did Gale excel in the world of acting, but she also showcased her writing prowess by authoring two award-winning plays, "Angélique" and "Je me souviens." Her play "Angélique," which delves into the story of executed slave Marie-Joseph Angelique, garnered critical acclaim and solidified her reputation as a talented playwright.

In addition to her accomplishments on the stage and in writing, Gale made memorable appearances on popular television shows such as "The X-Files," "Stargate SG-1," and "Smallville." Her role as Priestess Elosha on the SciFi Channel's hit series "Battlestar Galactica" further showcased her ability to bring depth and complexity to her characters.

Gale's talent and dedication to her craft shone through in every role she undertook, leaving a lasting impact on audiences and critics alike. Her final film role as a librarian in "Scooby-Doo! The Mystery Begins" served as a poignant reminder of her talent and versatility as an actress.

Beyond her artistic contributions, Gale's legacy lives on through her impactful storytelling and commitment to bringing marginalized stories to the forefront. Her work continues to inspire aspiring actors and playwrights to push boundaries and challenge societal norms through the arts.

Lorena Gale's untimely passing on June 21, 2009, left a void in the entertainment world, but her legacy endures through her body of work and the lives she touched with her talent and passion. She will always be remembered as a trailblazer in the industry, whose contributions continue to resonate with audiences around the world.

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The Butterfly Effect

Mrs. Boswell

2004

A young man struggles to access sublimated childhood memories. He finds a technique that allows him to travel back into the past, to occupy his childhood body and change history. However, he soon finds that every change he makes has unexpected consequences.

Fantastic Four

Old Lady With Car #1

2005

During a space voyage, four scientists are altered by cosmic rays: Reed Richards gains the ability to stretch his body; Sue Storm can become invisible; Johnny Storm controls fire; and Ben Grimm is turned into a super-strong … thing. Together, these "Fantastic Four" must now thwart the evil plans of Dr. Doom and save the world from certain destruction.

The Exorcism of Emily Rose

Jury Foreman

2005

When a younger girl called Emily Rose dies, everyone puts blame on the exorcism which was performed on her by Father Moore prior to her death. The priest is arrested on suspicion of murder. The trial begins with lawyer Erin Bruner representing Moore, but it is not going to be easy, as no one wants to believe what Father Moore says is true.

The Day the Earth Stood Still

Scientist #2

2008

A representative of an alien race that went through drastic evolution to survive its own climate change, Klaatu comes to Earth to assess whether humanity can prevent the environmental damage they have inflicted on their own planet. When barred from speaking to the United Nations, he decides humankind shall be exterminated so the planet can survive.

Slither

Janene

2006

A small town is taken over by an alien plague, turning residents into zombies and all forms of mutant monsters.

Scooby-Doo! The Mystery Begins

Librarian

2009

Unjustly accused of staging a spooky practical joke complete with ghosts, Daphne, Velma, Fred and Shaggy are suspended from Coolsville High. To clear their names, they team up to solve the supernatural mystery…and head straight into nonstop laughs and adventure.

Agent Cody Banks

Waitress

2003

Recruited by the U.S. government to be a special agent, nerdy teenager Cody Banks must get closer to cute classmate Natalie in order to learn about an evil plan hatched by her father. But despite the agent persona, Cody struggles with teen angst.

The Chronicles of Riddick

Defense Minister

2004

After years of outrunning ruthless bounty hunters, escaped convict Riddick suddenly finds himself caught between opposing forces in a fight for the future of the human race. Now, waging incredible battles on fantastic and deadly worlds, this lone, reluctant hero will emerge as humanity's champion - and the last hope for a universe on the edge of annihilation.

The X Files: I Want to Believe

On Screen Doctor

2008

Six years after the events of The X-Files series finale, former FBI agent Doctor Dana Scully is now a staff physician at Our Lady of Sorrows, a Catholic hospital, and treating a boy named Christian who has Sandhoff disease, a terminal brain condition. FBI agent Drummy arrives to ask Scully’s help in locating Fox Mulder, the fugitive former head of the X-Files division, and says they will call off its manhunt for him if he will help investigate the disappearances of several women, including young FBI agent Monica Banan. Mulder and Scully are called back to duty by the FBI when a former priest claims to be receiving psychic visions pertaining to a kidnapped agent.

Halloween: Resurrection

Nurse Wells

2002

Reality programmers at DangerTainment select a group of thrill-seeking teenagers to spend one night in the childhood home of serial killer Michael Myers. Their planned live broadcast turns deadly when Michael decides to crash the party.

Freddy Got Fingered

Psychiatrist / Social Worker

2001

Unemployed cartoonist Gord Brody moves back in with his parents Jim and Julie and younger brother Freddy. When his parents demand he leave, he retaliates by spreading rumors that Jim is sexually abusing Freddy.

The Fly II

Woman

1989

Martin Brundle, born of the human/fly, is adopted by his father's place of employment (Bartok Inc.) while the employees simply wait for his mutant chromosomes to come out of their dormant state.

The Perfect Score

Proctor

2004

Six high school seniors decide to break into the Princeton Testing Center so they can steal the answers to their upcoming SAT tests and all get perfect scores.

Snow Day

Radio Mother

2000

When an entire town in upstate New York is closed down by an unexpected snowfall, a "snow day" begins when a group of elementary school kids, led by Natalie Brandston, try to ensure that the schools stay closed by stopping a mechanical snowplow driver by trying to hijack his plow truck. Meanwhile, Natalie's big brother Hal is using this day to try to win the affections of Claire Bonner, the most popular girl in his high school, while Hal and Natalie's father Tom, a TV meteorologist, faces off against a rival meteorologist for weather coverage of the day's events.