Bruce Davison

Born:28. junij 1946

Place of Birth:Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Bruce Allen Davison, born on June 28, 1946, in the heart of America, is a versatile actor and director whose career spans decades and genres. He has left an indelible mark on Hollywood with his memorable performances that have captivated audiences worldwide.

One of Davison's most iconic roles was as Senator Robert Kelly in the beloved "X-Men" film franchise. His portrayal of the complex character added depth and gravitas to the superhero movies, showcasing his talent for bringing characters to life on the big screen.

In addition to his work in the superhero genre, Davison has showcased his range in a variety of roles. From his chilling performance as Willard Stiles in the cult horror film "Willard" to his emotionally charged portrayal in "Longtime Companion," which earned him an Academy Award nomination and a Golden Globe win, Davison has proven time and again his ability to immerse himself in diverse characters.

Throughout his career, Davison has graced both the big and small screens with his presence, delivering compelling performances that have resonated with audiences. Whether he's playing a Brigadier General, a doctor, or a reverend, Davison brings a depth and authenticity to each role, making him a sought-after talent in the industry.

One of his notable TV roles includes his portrayal of Dr. Charles Graiman in the TV movie and series "Knight Rider," where he brought intelligence and gravitas to the character. His work on shows like "Close to Home" and "Kingdom Hospital" further solidified his reputation as a versatile and accomplished actor in the television realm.

Davison's contributions to film and television have not gone unnoticed, with critics and audiences alike praising his performances for their nuance and emotional depth. His ability to inhabit a wide range of characters with authenticity and skill has made him a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

In addition to his acting talents, Davison has also ventured behind the camera as a director, showcasing his creative vision and storytelling prowess. His multifaceted career highlights his dedication to the craft of filmmaking and his passion for bringing stories to life in new and compelling ways.

With a career that has spanned decades and encompassed a wide array of genres and mediums, Bruce Davison continues to captivate audiences with his talent and versatility. His legacy as a gifted actor and director is firmly established, and his contributions to the world of entertainment will be celebrated for years to come.

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La La Land

Mia's Father (uncredited)

2016

Mia, an aspiring actress, serves lattes to movie stars in between auditions and Sebastian, a jazz musician, scrapes by playing cocktail party gigs in dingy bars, but as success mounts they are faced with decisions that begin to fray the fragile fabric of their love affair, and the dreams they worked so hard to maintain in each other threaten to rip them apart.

Insidious: The Last Key

Christian Rainier

2018

Parapsychologist Elise Rainier and her team travel to Five Keys, NM, to investigate a man’s claim of a haunting. Terror soon strikes when Rainier realizes that the house he lives in was her family’s old home.

Paulie

Dr. Reingold

1998

Paulie, a talking parrot, recounts his travels looking for his original owner to a Russian janitor who helps him to the end of his journey.

Runaway Jury

Durwood Cable

2003

After a workplace shooting in New Orleans, a trial against the gun manufacturer pits lawyer Wendell Rohr against shady jury consultant Rankin Fitch, who uses illegal means to stack the jury with people sympathetic to the defense. But when juror Nicholas Easter and his girlfriend Marlee reveal their ability to sway the jury into delivering any verdict they want, a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game begins.

Apt Pupil

Richard Bowden

1998

One day in 1984, Todd Bowden, a brilliant high school boy fascinated by the history of Nazism, stumbles across an old man whose appearance resembles that of Kurt Dussander, a wanted Nazi war criminal. A month later, Todd decides to knock on his door.

Titanic II

James Maine

2010

On the 100th anniversary of the original voyage, a modern luxury liner christened "Titanic 2," follows the path of its namesake. But when a tsunami hurls an ice berg into the new ship's path, the passengers and crew must fight to avoid a similar fate.

Arctic Blast

Winslaw

2010

When a solar eclipse sends a colossal blast of super chilled air towards the earth, it then sets off a catastrophic chain of events that threatens to engulf the world in ice and begin a new Ice Age.

The Cure

Dr. Stevens

1995

Erik, a loner, finds a friend in Dexter, an eleven-year-old boy with AIDS. They vow to find a cure for AIDS together and save Dexter's life in an eventful summer.

Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths

President Wilson (voice)

2010

A heroic version of Lex Luthor from an alternate universe appears to recruit the Justice League to help save his Earth from the Crime Syndicate, an evil version of the League. What ensues is the ultimate battle of good versus evil in a war that threatens both planets and, through a devious plan launched by Batman's counterpart Owlman, puts the balance of all existence in peril.

The Crucible

Reverend Parris

1996

A Salem resident attempts to frame her ex-lover's wife for being a witch in the middle of the 1692 witchcraft trials.

Spies Like Us

Ruby

1985

Two bumbling government employees think they are U.S. spies, only to discover that they are actually decoys for nuclear war.

Skin: A History of Nudity in the Movies

Self

2020

The definitive documentary on the history of nudity in feature films from the early silent days to the present, studying the changes in morality that led to the use of nudity in films while emphasizing the political, sociological and artistic changes that shaped that history. Skin will also study the gender inequality in presenting nude images in motion pictures and will follow the revolution that has created nude gender equality in feature films today.

Willard

Willard Stiles

1971

A social misfit, Willard is made fun of by his co-workers, and squeezed out of the company started by his deceased father by his boss. His only friends are a couple of rats he raised at home, Ben and Socrates. However, when one of them is killed at work, he goes on a rampage using his rats to attack those who have been tormenting him.

9/11

Monohan

2017

Five random strangers find themselves trapped in an elevator in the World Trade Center's North Tower on 9/11. They work together, never giving up hope, to try to escape before the unthinkable happens.

High Crimes

Brig. Gen. Bill Marks

2002

A female attorney learns that her husband is really a marine officer awol for fifteen years and accused of murdering fifteen civilians in El Salvador. Believing her husband when he tells her that he's being framed as part of a U.S. Military cover-up, the attorney defends him in a military court.

The Librarian: The Curse of the Judas Chalice

Professor Lazlo

2008

While on a dangerous mission to recover the historic Judas Chalice, Flynn is saved by Simone. But when double-crossed by a respected professor and ambushed by a ruthless gang, Flynn realizes Simone's secret, his true mission and a shocking discovery are all lying within a decaying New Orleans crypt.

Suitable Flesh

Ephraim Waite

2023

A once-esteemed psychiatrist helplessly watches her life spiral into a nightmarish maelstrom of supernatural hysteria and gruesome deaths, all linked to a seemingly unstoppable ancient curse.

Breach

John O'Neill

2007

Eric O'Neill, a low-level surveillance expert with the FBI, believes he is accomplishing his dream of becoming a full-fledged agent, with his unexpected promotion and assignment to clerk for Robert Hanssen, a renowned senior agent with 25 years in the FBI. However, he soon learns the reason for his promotion is to gain Hanssen's trust and find proof that he is a traitor to the country. Determined to draw the suspected double-agent out of deep cover, O'Neill finds himself in a lethal game of spy vs. spy, where nothing is as it seems.

Short Cuts

Howard Finnigan

1993

Many loosely connected characters cross paths in this film, based on the stories of Raymond Carver. Waitress Doreen Piggot accidentally runs into a boy with her car. Soon after walking away, the child lapses into a coma. While at the hospital, the boy's grandfather tells his son, Howard, about his past affairs. Meanwhile, a baker starts harassing the family when they fail to pick up the boy's birthday cake.

8MM 2

Ambassador Harrington

2005

Entering a seamy underground world of peep shows, nude clubs, and live Internet sex is David Huxley, an aspiring politician who has everything to lose. Secretly filmed in a steamy three-way with his fiancée Tish and a gorgeous young model, David is desperate to find the extortionist who's demanding an exorbitant amount of money for the negatives. But when the blackmail trail ends in murder and David is kidnapped, Tish must come up with $5 million ransom or her fiancé's once-promising career, and life, may come to a dead end.

Crimes of Passion

Donny Hopper

1984

Fashion designer Joanna Crane leads a double life. By night she is China Blue, a prostitute who's attracted the attention of a sexually frustrated private detective, and a psychopathic priest in possession of a murderous sex toy.

The Baby-Sitters Club

Watson

1995

Seven junior-high-school girls organize a daycare camp for children while at the same time experiencing classic adolescent growing pains.

The Lords of Salem

Francis Matthias

2013

Heidi, a radio DJ, is sent a box containing a record - a "gift from the Lords". The sounds within the grooves trigger flashbacks of her town's violent past. Is Heidi going mad, or are the Lords back to take revenge on Salem, Massachusetts?

X-Men

Senator Kelly

2000

Two mutants, Rogue and Wolverine, come to a private academy for their kind whose resident superhero team, the X-Men, must oppose a terrorist organization with similar powers.

X2

Senator Kelly

2003

Professor Charles Xavier and his team of genetically gifted superheroes face a rising tide of anti-mutant sentiment led by Col. William Stryker. Storm, Wolverine and Jean Grey must join their usual nemeses—Magneto and Mystique—to unhinge Stryker's scheme to exterminate all mutants.