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Virginia Madsen

Virginia Madsen

Born:11. september 1961

Place of Birth:Chicago, Illinois, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Virginia Madsen, born on September 11, 1961, is an American actress and film producer whose career has spanned over four decades. Making her film debut in Class (1983), she quickly caught the attention of audiences and critics alike with her natural talent and captivating presence on screen. Transitioning to Los Angeles, she landed a memorable role as Princess Irulan in David Lynch's science fiction epic Dune (1984), showcasing her versatility as an actress.

Throughout the 1980s, Madsen solidified her status as a rising star with roles in beloved teen movies such as Electric Dreams (1984), Modern Girls (1986), and Fire with Fire (1986). However, it was her chilling portrayal of Helen Lyle in the horror classic Candyman (1992) that truly showcased her depth as an actress and garnered her further acclaim in the industry.

In 2004, Madsen delivered a career-defining performance in Alexander Payne's critically acclaimed comedy-drama Sideways, earning her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Her nuanced portrayal in the film solidified her as a respected and versatile talent in Hollywood, capable of bringing complex characters to life with ease.

Beyond the big screen, Madsen has graced television screens with her presence in a variety of roles, showcasing her range as an actress. From the comedy-drama series Moonlighting (1989) to the supernatural drama series Witches of East End (2013-2014), she has captivated audiences with her memorable performances across different genres and formats.

Throughout her career, Madsen has continued to impress audiences with her ability to bring depth and authenticity to her characters, whether on film or television. Her work in acclaimed series like Monk (2002-2009) and Designated Survivor (2016-2017) further solidifies her status as a versatile and talented actress with a knack for captivating storytelling.

With a career marked by diverse roles and memorable performances, Virginia Madsen remains a respected figure in the entertainment industry, known for her talent, professionalism, and dedication to her craft. As she continues to take on new projects and challenge herself with complex characters, her legacy as a versatile and accomplished actress only continues to grow.

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Dune

Dune

Princess Irulan

1984

In the year 10,191, the most precious substance in the universe is the spice Melange. The spice extends life. The spice expands consciousness. The spice is vital to space travel. The spice exists on only one planet in the entire universe, the vast desert planet Arrakis, also known as Dune. Its native inhabitants, the Fremen, have long held a prophecy that a man would come, a messiah who would lead them to true freedom.
Joy

Joy

Terry

2015

A story based on the life of a struggling Long Island single mom who became one of the country's most successful entrepreneurs.
Prey for the Devil

Prey for the Devil

Dr. Peters

2022

In response to a global rise in demonic possessions, the Catholic Church reopens exorcism schools to train priests in the Rite of Exorcism. On this spiritual battlefield, an unlikely warrior rises: a young nun, Sister Ann. Thrust onto the spiritual frontline with fellow student Father Dante, Sister Ann finds herself in a battle for the soul of a young girl and soon realizes the Devil has her right where he wants her.
Red Riding Hood

Red Riding Hood

Suzette

2011

Valerie is in love with a brooding outsider, Peter, but her parents have arranged for her to marry another man. Unwilling to lose each other, Valerie and Peter plan to run away together when Valerie's older sister is killed by a werewolf that prowls the dark forest surrounding their village. Panic grips the town as Valerie discovers that she has a unique connection to the beast--one that inexorably draws them together, making her both suspect ... and bait.
Candyman

Candyman

Helen Lyle

1992

The Candyman, a murderous soul with a hook for a hand, is accidentally summoned to reality by a skeptic grad student researching the monster's myth.
The Number 23

The Number 23

Agatha Sparrow / Fabrizia

2007

Animal control officer Walter Sparrow becomes obsessed with a novel that he believes was written about him, as more and more similarities between himself and his literary alter ego seem to arise.
The Rainmaker

The Rainmaker

Jackie Lemancyzk

1997

When Rudy Baylor, a young attorney with no clients, goes to work for a seedy ambulance chaser, he wants to help the parents of a terminally ill boy in their suit against an insurance company. But to take on corporate America, Rudy and a scrappy paralegal must open their own law firm.
Candyman

Candyman

Helen Lyle (voice)

2021

A Chicago artist's sanity starts to unravel, unleashing a terrifying wave of violence when he begins to explore the macabre history of the Candyman.
The Hot Spot

The Hot Spot

Dolly Harshaw

1990

Upon arriving to a small town, a drifter quickly gets into trouble with the local authorities — and the local women — after he robs a bank.
Firewall

Firewall

Beth Stanfield

2006

State-of-the-art security system creator Jack Stanfield has cemented his reputation as a man who's thought of everything. But when a criminal finds a way into his personal life, everything Jack holds dear is suddenly at stake.
Highlander II: The Quickening

Highlander II: The Quickening

Louise Marcus

1991

In the year 2024, the ozone layer is believed to have been destroyed, and it's up to MacLeod and Ramirez to set things right. Opposition comes from both the planet Zeist (MacLeod and Ramirez's homeworld) and a corporation profiting from the supposed lack of ozone. Also, flashbacks show the story behind MacLeod and Ramirez's exile from Zeist.
Stuart Little 3: Call of the Wild

Stuart Little 3: Call of the Wild

The Beast (voice)

2005

With school out for the summer, The Littles are vacationing in a cabin by the lake, and Stuart is so excited he could burst! But when Snowbell the cat is captured by a mean-spirited creature known simply as the Beast, it's up to Stuart and a skunk named Reeko to rescue him and a few other friends.
Sideways

Sideways

Maya

2004

Two middle-aged men embark on a spiritual journey through Californian wine country. One is an unpublished novelist suffering from depression, and the other is only days away from walking down the aisle.
Better Watch Out

Better Watch Out

Deandra Lerner

2017

On a quiet suburban street tucked within a 'safe neighborhood', a babysitter must defend a twelve-year-old boy from strangers breaking into the house, only to discover that this is far from a normal home invasion.
The Prophecy

The Prophecy

Katherine Henley

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.
Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman

Hippolyta (voice)

2009

On the mystical island of Themyscira, a proud and fierce warrior race of Amazons have raised a daughter of untold beauty, grace and strength: Princess Diana. When an Army fighter pilot, Steve Trevor, crash-lands on the island, the rebellious and headstrong Diana defies Amazonian law by accompanying Trevor back to civilization.
The Haunting in Connecticut

The Haunting in Connecticut

Sara Campbell

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.
The Astronaut Farmer

The Astronaut Farmer

Mrs. Farmer

2007

Texan Charles Farmer left the Air Force as a young man to save the family ranch when his dad died. Like most American ranchers, he owes his bank. Unlike most, he's an astrophysicist with a rocket in his barn - one he's built and wants to take into space. It's his dream. The FBI puts him under surveillance when he tries to buy rocket fuel, and the FAA stalls him when he files a flight plan – but Charles is undeterred.
Her Smell

Her Smell

Ania Adamcyzk

2019

A self-destructive punk rocker struggles with sobriety while trying to recapture the creative inspiration that led her band to success.
Lola

Lola

Mona

2024

19-year-old Lola James is trying to work to save enough money to get her beloved little brother, Arlo, out of their toxic home. Until one tragic night, when her whole world gets uprooted. From that moment on, nothing will ever be the same.

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