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Mahershala Ali

Mahershala Ali

Born:16. veebruar 1974

Place of Birth:Oakland, California, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Mahershala Ali, born Mahershalalhashbaz Gilmore on February 16, 1974, is an accomplished American actor who has garnered widespread acclaim for his exceptional performances. With a multitude of prestigious awards under his belt, including two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award, Ali has solidified his position as one of the most talented actors of his generation. Renowned for his versatility and depth as a performer, he has captivated audiences and critics alike with his compelling portrayals on both the big and small screens.

After honing his craft and earning an MFA degree from New York University, Ali embarked on his acting journey, initially making his mark in television series such as Crossing Jordan and Threat Matrix. However, it was his breakout role as Richard Tyler in the science fiction series The 4400 that truly showcased his talent and set the stage for his remarkable career. Transitioning seamlessly to the silver screen, Ali impressed audiences with his performance in the David Fincher-directed film The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, marking the beginning of his successful foray into feature films.

Ali's career reached new heights with his standout roles in acclaimed projects such as Moonlight and Green Book, for which he clinched the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, making history as the first Black actor to achieve this feat twice. His ability to embody diverse characters with authenticity and nuance has solidified his status as a powerhouse in the film industry. Beyond his acting prowess, Ali has also delved into producing, showcasing his multifaceted talents and commitment to storytelling.

In addition to his impressive filmography, Ali has made significant contributions to television, delivering memorable performances in series like House of Cards, True Detective, and Luke Cage. His portrayal of complex and multifaceted characters has earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fan following. Furthermore, Ali's voice work in animated films such as Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse has further highlighted his versatility as a performer, showcasing his ability to bring characters to life through his distinctive voice and presence.

Recognized for his unwavering dedication to his craft and his ability to breathe life into every role he takes on, Mahershala Ali continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry. His nuanced performances, coupled with his commitment to storytelling and representation, have cemented his legacy as a trailblazer in Hollywood. As he continues to push boundaries and challenge himself with each new project, Ali remains a shining example of excellence in acting, inspiring audiences and aspiring actors around the world.

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Moonlight

Moonlight

Juan

2016

The tender, heartbreaking story of a young man’s struggle to find himself, told across three defining chapters in his life as he experiences the ecstasy, pain, and beauty of falling in love, while grappling with his own sexuality.
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Uncle Aaron (voice)

2023

After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters the Spider Society, a team of Spider-People charged with protecting the Multiverse’s very existence. But when the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles finds himself pitted against the other Spiders and must set out on his own to save those he loves most.
Eternals

Eternals

Eric Brooks / Blade (voice) (uncredited)

2021

The Eternals are a team of ancient aliens who have been living on Earth in secret for thousands of years. When an unexpected tragedy forces them out of the shadows, they are forced to reunite against mankind’s most ancient enemy, the Deviants.
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1

Boggs

2014

Katniss Everdeen reluctantly becomes the symbol of a mass rebellion against the autocratic Capitol.
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

Uncle Aaron (voice)

2018

Struggling to find his place in the world while juggling school and family, Brooklyn teenager Miles Morales is unexpectedly bitten by a radioactive spider and develops unfathomable powers just like the one and only Spider-Man. While wrestling with the implications of his new abilities, Miles discovers a super collider created by the madman Wilson "Kingpin" Fisk, causing others from across the Spider-Verse to be inadvertently transported to his dimension.
Green Book

Green Book

Dr. Don Shirley

2018

Tony Lip, a bouncer in 1962, is hired to drive pianist Don Shirley on a tour through the Deep South in the days when African Americans, forced to find alternate accommodations and services due to segregation laws below the Mason-Dixon Line, relied on a guide called The Negro Motorist Green Book.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Tizzy Weathers

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.
Hidden Figures

Hidden Figures

Jim Johnson

2016

The untold story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson – brilliant African-American women working at NASA and serving as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history – the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit. The visionary trio crossed all gender and race lines to inspire generations to dream big.
Alita: Battle Angel

Alita: Battle Angel

Vector

2019

When Alita awakens with no memory of who she is in a future world she does not recognize, she is taken in by Ido, a compassionate doctor who realizes that somewhere in this abandoned cyborg shell is the heart and soul of a young woman with an extraordinary past.
Predators

Predators

Mombasa

2010

A group of cold-blooded killers find themselves trapped on an alien planet to be hunted by extraterrestrial Predators.
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2

Boggs

2015

With the nation of Panem in a full scale war, Katniss confronts President Snow in the final showdown. Teamed with a group of her closest friends – including Gale, Finnick, and Peeta – Katniss goes off on a mission with the unit from District 13 as they risk their lives to stage an assassination attempt on President Snow who has become increasingly obsessed with destroying her. The mortal traps, enemies, and moral choices that await Katniss will challenge her more than any arena she faced in The Hunger Games.
The Place Beyond the Pines

The Place Beyond the Pines

Kofi Kancam

2013

A motorcycle stunt rider considers committing a crime in order to provide for his wife and child, an act that puts him on a collision course with a cop-turned-politician.
Leave the World Behind

Leave the World Behind

G.H. Scott

2023

A family's getaway to a luxurious rental home takes an ominous turn when a cyberattack knocks out their devices—and two strangers appear at their door.
Swan Song

Swan Song

Cameron Turner

2021

In the near future, Cameron Turner is diagnosed with a terminal illness. Presented with an experimental solution to shield his wife and son from grief, he grapples with altering their fate in this thought-provoking exploration of love, loss, and sacrifice.
Free State of Jones

Free State of Jones

Moses Washington

2016

In 1863, Mississippi farmer Newt Knight serves as a medic for the Confederate Army. Opposed to slavery, Knight would rather help the wounded than fight the Union. After his nephew dies in battle, Newt returns home to Jones County to safeguard his family but is soon branded an outlaw deserter. Forced to flee, he finds refuge with a group of runaway slaves hiding out in the swamps. Forging an alliance with the slaves and other farmers, Knight leads a rebellion that would forever change history.
Crossing Over

Crossing Over

Detective Strickland

2009

Immigrants from around the world enter Los Angeles every day, with hopeful visions of a better life, but little notion of what that life may cost. Their desperate scenarios test the humanity of immigration enforcement officers. In Crossing Over, writer-director Wayne Kramer explores the allure of the American dream, and the reality that immigrants find – and create -- in 21st century L.A.

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Waves

Waves

Thanks

2019

A controlling father’s attempts to ensure that his two children succeed in high school backfire after his son experiences a career-ending sports injury. Their familial bonds are eventually placed under severe strain by an unexpected tragedy.
Swan Song

Swan Song

Producer

2021

In the near future, Cameron Turner is diagnosed with a terminal illness. Presented with an experimental solution to shield his wife and son from grief, he grapples with altering their fate in this thought-provoking exploration of love, loss, and sacrifice.