Michael P. Moran

Born:8 februari 1944

Place of Birth:Yuba City, California

Died:4 februari 2004

Known For:Acting

Biography

Michael Peter Moran was a talented American actor and playwright, born on February 8, 1944, in Yuba City, California. Growing up in a military family, Moran experienced frequent relocations due to his father's service as a US Army officer. Despite the transient nature of his childhood, Moran discovered his passion for acting early on.

His journey in the world of performing arts began at Seton Hall University in South Orange, N.J., where he immersed himself in the theater program under the guidance of Gilbert Rathbun. Moran's dedication to honing his craft led him to New York City in 1966, where he pursued his education at New York University's prestigious Tisch School of the Arts.

During his time in New York, Moran became a notable member of theater groups such as the Manhattan Project and the Cooper-Keaton Group. These collaborations provided Moran with the platform to showcase his writing skills, with plays like "Call Me Charlie," which featured acclaimed actor Danny DeVito in a leading role.

In addition to his work behind the scenes as a playwright, Moran also graced the stage in various productions for the New York Shakespeare Festival, showcasing his versatility as a performer. His contributions to the theater scene left a lasting impact on audiences and fellow artists alike.

Tragically, Moran's life was cut short at the age of 59 when he passed away in a New York hospital from Guillain-Barre Syndrome, just four days shy of his 60th birthday. Despite his untimely death, Moran's legacy continues to live on through his work in the theater world, remembered fondly by those who had the privilege of witnessing his talent firsthand.

Michael P. Moran's dedication to his craft, coupled with his passion for storytelling, cemented his status as a respected figure in the world of acting and playwriting. His unique perspective and creative vision left an indelible mark on the theatrical landscape, ensuring that his contributions will be remembered for years to come.

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Sleepers

Judge #1

1996

Two gangsters seek revenge on the state jail worker who during their stay at a youth prison sexually abused them. A sensational court hearing takes place to charge him for the crimes.

Carlito's Way

Party Guest

1993

Free after years in prison, Carlito Brigante intends to give up his criminal ways, but it's not long before the ex-con is sucked back into the New York City underworld. Reconnecting with his dancer girlfriend, Carlito gets entangled in the shady dealings of his friend Dave Kleinfeld, who also serves as his lawyer. An encounter with shifty gangster Benny Blanco sets the duo on a dangerous path.

Ghostbusters II

Frank the Doorman

1989

Having lost their status and credibility five years after covering New York City with gooey roasted marshmallows in Ghostbusters (1984), the city's former heroes and once-popular spirit-hunters struggle to keep afloat, forced to work odd jobs. However, when Dana and her baby have yet another terrifying encounter with the paranormal, it is up to Peter Venkman and his fearless team of supernatural crime fighters to step up and save the day. Once more, humankind is in danger, as rivers of slimy psycho-reactive ectoplasm, paired with the dreadful manifestation of evil sixteenth-century tyrant Vigo the Carpathian, threaten to plunge the entire city into darkness. Is the world ready to believe? Can the Ghostbusters save us for the second time?

Nine 1/2 Weeks

Flea Market Chicken Seller

1986

An erotic story about a woman, the assistant of an art gallery, who gets involved in an impersonal affair with a man. She barely knows about his life, only about the sex games they play, so the relationship begins to get complicated.

A Perfect Murder

Bobby Fain

1998

Millionaire industrialist Steven Taylor is a man who has everything but what he craves most: the love and fidelity of his wife. A hugely successful player in the New York financial world, he considers her to be his most treasured acquisition. But she needs more than simply the role of dazzling accessory.

Lean On Me

Mr. O'Malley

1989

When principal Joe Clark takes over decaying Eastside High School, he's faced with students wearing gang colors and graffiti-covered walls. Determined to do anything he must to turn the school around, he expels suspected drug dealers, padlocks doors and demands effort and results from students, staff and parents. Autocratic to a fault, this real-life educator put it all on the line.

Fletch Lives

Morgue Attendant

1989

Fletch is a fish out of water in small-town Louisiana, where he's checking out a tumbledown mansion he's inherited. When a woman he flirts with turns up dead, he becomes a suspect and must find the killer and clear his name.

State of Grace

Bartender #2

1990

Hell's Kitchen, New York. Terry Noonan returns home after a ten-year absence. He soon reconnects with Jackie, a childhood friend and member of the Irish mob, and rekindles his love affair with Jackie's sister Kathleen.

City by the Sea

Herb

2002

Vincent LaMarca is a dedicated and well-respected New York City police detective who has gone to great lengths to distance himself from his past, but then makes the terrible discovery that his own son has fallen into a life of crime.