Harve Presnell

Born:14. september 1933

Place of Birth:Modesto, California, USA

Died:30. junij 2009

Known For:Acting

Biography

Harve Presnell, born on September 14, 1933, left an indelible mark on both the world of acting and music during his illustrious career. Initially trained as a classical baritone, he captivated audiences with his powerful vocal performances alongside prestigious orchestras and opera companies across the United States in the 1950s. However, it was his transition to musical theatre in 1960 that truly propelled him into the spotlight, thanks to Meredith Willson casting him in the lead role of the Broadway hit "The Unsinkable Molly Brown."

In the role of "Leadville Johnny," Presnell showcased his versatility and charisma, earning critical acclaim and setting the stage for a successful foray into the world of cinema. His portrayal in the 1964 film adaptation of the musical solidified his status as a multifaceted talent, garnering him a Golden Globe Award and paving the way for a series of memorable performances on the silver screen throughout the 1960s.

While his film career experienced a lull in the early 1970s, Presnell's passion for performance never waned. Embracing the world of musical theatre once again, he graced the stages of Broadway, the West End, and various touring productions, captivating audiences with his magnetic presence and rich baritone voice. It wasn't until his early 60s that Presnell experienced a resurgence in his film career, showcasing his depth and versatility as a character actor in acclaimed movies such as "Fargo," "Saving Private Ryan," and "Flags of Our Fathers."

Beyond the silver screen, Presnell also made a lasting impact on television, portraying memorable characters in popular series like "The Pretender," "Andy Barker, P.I.," "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman," and "Dawson's Creek." His ability to bring depth and nuance to each role he undertook endeared him to audiences and critics alike, solidifying his status as a versatile and respected performer in both film and television.

Harve Presnell's legacy as an actor and singer endures, with his contributions to the entertainment industry continuing to inspire and entertain audiences around the world. His remarkable talent, unwavering dedication, and charismatic presence left an indelible mark on the world of performing arts, ensuring that his memory lives on through his timeless performances and enduring impact on the world of entertainment.

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Fargo

Wade Gustafson

1996

Jerry, a small-town Minnesota car salesman is bursting at the seams with debt... but he's got a plan. He's going to hire two thugs to kidnap his wife in a scheme to collect a hefty ransom from his wealthy father-in-law. It's going to be a snap and nobody's going to get hurt... until people start dying. Enter Police Chief Marge, a coffee-drinking, parka-wearing - and extremely pregnant - investigator who'll stop at nothing to get her man. And if you think her small-time investigative skills will give the crooks a run for their ransom... you betcha!

Face/Off

Victor Lazarro

1997

In order to foil a terrorist plot, an FBI agent undergoes facial transplant surgery and assumes the identity of a criminal mastermind. The plan turns sour when the criminal wakes up prematurely and seeks revenge.

The Family Man

Big Ed

2000

Jack's lavish, fast-paced lifestyle changes one Christmas night when he stumbles into a grocery store holdup and disarms the gunman. The next morning he wakes up in bed lying next to Kate, his college sweetheart he left in order to pursue his career, and to the horrifying discovery that his former life no longer exists. As he stumbles through this alternate suburban universe, Jack finds himself at a crossroad where he must choose between his high-power career and the woman he loves.

Old School

Mr. Springbrook

2003

Three friends attempt to recapture their glory days by opening up a fraternity near their alma mater.

Mr. Deeds

Preston Blake

2002

When Longfellow Deeds, a small-town pizzeria owner and poet, inherits $40 billion from his deceased uncle, he quickly begins rolling in a different kind of dough. Moving to the big city, Deeds finds himself besieged by opportunists all gunning for their piece of the pie. Babe, a television tabloid reporter, poses as an innocent small-town girl to do an exposé on Deeds.

Evan Almighty

Congressman Burrows

2007

God contacts Junior Congressman Evan Baxter and tells him to build an ark in preparation for a great flood.

Flags of Our Fathers

Dave Severance

2006

There were five Marines and one Navy Corpsman photographed raising the U.S. flag on Mt. Suribachi by Joe Rosenthal on February 23, 1945. This is the story of three of the six surviving servicemen - John 'Doc' Bradley, Pvt. Rene Gagnon and Pvt. Ira Hayes - who fought in the battle to take Iwo Jima from the Japanese.

The Legend of Bagger Vance

John Invergordon

2000

World War I has left golfer Rannulph Junuh a poker-playing alcoholic, his perfect swing gone. Now, however, he needs to get it back to play in a tournament to save the financially ravaged golf course of a long-ago sweetheart. Help arrives in the form of mysterious caddy Bagger Vance.

Patch Adams

Dean Anderson

1998

The true story of Dr. Hunter "Patch" Adams, who in the 1970s found that humor is the best medicine, and was willing to do just anything to make his patients laugh—even if it meant risking his own career.

The Chamber

Attorney General Roxburgh

1996

Idealistic young attorney Adam Hall takes on the death row clemency case of his racist grandfather, Sam Cayhall, a former Ku Klux Klan member he has never met.