Michelle Pfeiffer

Born:29 квітня 1958 р.

Place of Birth:Santa Ana, California, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Michelle Pfeiffer, born on April 29, 1958, has solidified her place as an iconic American actress throughout the decades. Known for her versatility and captivating performances, Pfeiffer rose to fame in the 1980s and 1990s, becoming one of Hollywood's most sought-after stars. With a career spanning over four decades, she has garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base.

From her early beginnings with minor television and film roles, Pfeiffer quickly made her mark with her lead role in "Grease 2" (1982). However, it was her unforgettable portrayal of Elvira Hancock in "Scarface" (1983) that propelled her to mainstream success. Pfeiffer's magnetic presence on screen continued to shine in films like "The Witches of Eastwick" (1987) and "Tequila Sunrise" (1988), showcasing her range as an actress.

Throughout her career, Pfeiffer has received numerous accolades, including a Golden Globe Award and a British Academy Film Award. Her standout performances in "Dangerous Liaisons" (1988) and "The Fabulous Baker Boys" (1989) earned her consecutive Academy Award nominations, solidifying her reputation as a powerhouse in the industry.

As one of the highest-paid actresses of the 1990s, Pfeiffer delivered memorable performances in films such as "Batman Returns" (1992) and "Love Field" (1992), which garnered her a third Academy Award nomination. Beyond her acting prowess, Pfeiffer also delved into producing her own projects through her company, Via Rosa Productions, showcasing her multifaceted talents in the industry.

Despite taking a step back from the spotlight in the 2000s to prioritize her family, Pfeiffer made a triumphant return to the screen in 2017 with acclaimed performances in "Where Is Kyra?", "Mother!", and "Murder on the Orient Express". Her versatility was further highlighted when she portrayed Janet van Dyne in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, beginning with "Ant-Man and the Wasp" in 2018, captivating audiences with her portrayal of the iconic character.

Michelle Pfeiffer's enduring legacy in Hollywood is a testament to her remarkable talent and dedication to her craft. With each role she embodies, she continues to captivate audiences with her depth and authenticity, solidifying her status as a true cinematic legend. As she continues to grace the screen with her presence, Pfeiffer's contributions to the film industry remain unparalleled, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of moviegoers worldwide.

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Avengers: Endgame

Janet Van Dyne

2019

After the devastating events of Avengers: Infinity War, the universe is in ruins due to the efforts of the Mad Titan, Thanos. With the help of remaining allies, the Avengers must assemble once more in order to undo Thanos' actions and restore order to the universe once and for all, no matter what consequences may be in store.

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania

Janet Van Dyne

2023

Super-Hero partners Scott Lang and Hope van Dyne, along with with Hope's parents Janet van Dyne and Hank Pym, and Scott's daughter Cassie Lang, find themselves exploring the Quantum Realm, interacting with strange new creatures and embarking on an adventure that will push them beyond the limits of what they thought possible.

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil

Queen Ingrith

2019

Maleficent and her goddaughter Aurora begin to question the complex family ties that bind them as they are pulled in different directions by impending nuptials, unexpected allies, and dark new forces at play.

Murder on the Orient Express

Caroline Hubbard

2017

Genius Belgian detective Hercule Poirot investigates the murder of an American tycoon aboard the Orient Express train.

The Prince of Egypt

Tzipporah (voice)

1998

The strong bond between two brothers is challenged when their chosen responsibilities set them at odds, with extraordinary consequences.

Dark Shadows

Elizabeth Collins Stoddard

2012

Vampire Barnabas Collins is inadvertently freed from his tomb and emerges into the very changed world of 1972. He returns to Collinwood Manor to find that his once-grand estate and family have fallen into ruin.

Batman Returns

Selina Kyle / Catwoman

1992

Batman must face The Penguin, a sewer-dwelling gangleader intent on being accepted into Gotham society. Meanwhile, another Gotham resident finds herself transformed into Catwoman and is out for revenge...

Ant-Man and the Wasp

Janet Van Dyne / Wasp

2018

Just when his time under house arrest is about to end, Scott Lang once again puts his freedom at risk to help Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym dive into the quantum realm and try to accomplish, against time and any chance of success, a very dangerous rescue mission.

Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas

Eris (voice)

2003

The sailor of legend is framed by the goddess Eris for the theft of the Book of Peace, and must travel to her realm at the end of the world to retrieve it and save the life of his childhood friend Prince Proteus.

New Year's Eve

Ingrid Withers

2011

The lives of several couples and singles in New York intertwine over the course of New Year's Eve.

Dangerous Minds

Louanne Johnson

1995

Former Marine Louanne Johnson lands a gig teaching in a pilot program for bright but underachieving teens at a notorious inner-city high school. After having a terrible first day, she decides she must throw decorum to the wind. When Johnson returns to the classroom, she does so armed with a no-nonsense attitude informed by her military training and a fearless determination to better the lives of her students -- no matter what the cost.

mother!

Woman

2017

A couple's relationship is tested when uninvited guests arrive at their home, disrupting their tranquil existence.

Ladyhawke

Isabeau d'Anjou

1985

Captain Etienne Navarre is a man on whose shoulders lies a cruel curse. Punished for loving each other, Navarre must become a wolf by night whilst his lover, Lady Isabeau, takes the form of a hawk by day. Together, with the thief Philippe Gaston, they must try to overthrow the corrupt Bishop and in doing so break the spell.

What Lies Beneath

Claire Spencer

2000

When Claire Spencer starts hearing ghostly voices and seeing spooky images, she wonders if an otherworldly spirit is trying to contact her. All the while, her husband tries to reassure her by telling her it's all in her head. But as Claire investigates, she discovers that the man she loves might know more than he's letting on.

Frankie and Johnny

Frankie

1991

When Johnny is released from prison following a forgery charge, he quickly lands a job as a short-order cook at a New York diner. Following a brief fling with waitress Cora, Frankie develops an attraction for Cora's friend and fellow waitress Frankie. While Frankie resists Johnny's charms initially, she eventually relents when her best friend, Tim, persuades her to give Johnny a chance.

The Family

Maggie Blake

2013

After ratting out his Mafia cohorts, Giovanni Manzoni and his family enter the Witness Protection Program and relocate to a sleepy town in France. Despite the best efforts of their handler to keep them in line, Giovanni (now called Fred Blake), his wife and children can't help but resort to doing things the "family" way. However, their dependence on such old habits places everyone in danger from vengeful mobsters.

The Deep End of the Ocean

Beth Cappadora

1999

A three-year-old boy disappears during his mother's high school reunion. Nine years later, by chance, he turns up in the town in which the family has just relocated.

Grease 2

Stephanie Zinone

1982

It's 1961, two years after the original Grease gang graduated, and there's a new crop of seniors and new members of the coolest cliques on campus, the Pink Ladies and T-Birds. Michael Carrington is the new kid in school - but he's been branded a brainiac. Can he fix up an old motorcycle, don a leather jacket, avoid a rumble with the leader of the T-Birds, and win the heart of Pink Lady Stephanie?

The Witches of Eastwick

Sukie Ridgemont

1987

Three single women in a picturesque Rhode Island village have their wishes granted - at a cost - when a mysterious and flamboyant man arrives in their lives.

Dangerous Liaisons

Madame Marie de Tourvel

1988

In 18th century France, Marquise de Merteuil asks her ex-lover Vicomte de Valmont to seduce the future wife of another ex-lover of hers in return for one last night with her. Yet things don’t go as planned.

I Am Sam

Rita Harrison Williams

2001

Sam, a neurodivergent man, has a daughter with a homeless woman who abandons them when they leave the hospital, leaving Sam to raise Lucy on his own. But as Lucy grows up, Sam's limitations as a parent start to become a problem and the authorities take her away. Sam convinces high-priced lawyer Rita to take his case pro bono and in turn teaches her the value of love and family.

The Wizard of Lies

Ruth Madoff

2017

A look behind the scenes at Bernie Madoff's massive Ponzi scheme, how it was perpetrated on the public and the trail of destruction it left in its wake, both for the victims and Madoff's family.

One Fine Day

Melanie Parker

1996

Melanie Parker, an architect and mother of Sammy, and Jack Taylor, a newspaper columnist and father of Maggie, are both divorced. They meet one morning when overwhelmed Jack is left unexpectedly with Maggie and forgets that Melanie was to take her to school. As a result, both children miss their school field trip and are stuck with the parents. The two adults project their negative stereotypes of ex-spouses on each other, but end up needing to rely on each other to watch the children as each must save his job. Humor is added by Sammy's propensity for lodging objects in his nose and Maggie's tendency to wander.

The Russia House

Katya Orlova

1990

Barley Scott Blair, a Lisbon-based editor of Russian literature who unexpectedly begins working for British intelligence, is commissioned to investigate the purposes of Dante, a dissident scientist trapped in the decaying Soviet Union that is crumbling under the new open-minded policies.

Into the Night

Diana

1985

Ed Okin used to have a boring life. He used to have trouble getting to sleep. Then one night, he met Diana. Now, Ed's having trouble staying alive.

The Age of Innocence

Ellen Olenska

1993

In 19th century New York high society, a young lawyer falls in love with a woman separated from her husband, while he is engaged to the woman's cousin.

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Titania

1999

The lovely Hermia is to wed Demetrius, but she truly cares for Lysander. Hermia's friend, Helena, is in love with Demetrius, while other romantic entanglements abound in the woods, with married fairy rulers Titania and Oberon toying with various lovers and each other.

Amazon Women on the Moon

Brenda (segment "Hospital")

1987

Centered around a television station which features a 1950s-style sci-fi movie interspersed with a series of wild commercials, wacky shorts and weird specials, this lampoon of contemporary life and pop culture skewers some of the silliest spectacles ever created in the name of entertainment.

I Could Never Be Your Woman

Rosie

2007

Mother Nature loves to cause mischief, and she steps in to help two love-starved souls find happiness. She helps an aging professional woman and single mother, Rosie, who's unlucky in love find her match with Adam, a much younger man. As their relationship blossoms beyond physical attraction, matters complicate when her adolescent daughter starts to fall for a handsome local boy.

Tequila Sunrise

Jo Ann Vallenari

1988

In a seaside California town, best friends Mac and Nick are on opposite sides of the law. Mac is a former drug dealer trying to clean up his act, while Nick is a high-profile detective trying to take down a Mexican drug lord named Carlos. Soon Nick's loyalties are put to the test when he begins an affair with restaurateur Jo Ann -- a love interest of Mac's -- unwittingly leading his friend into a police-orchestrated trap.

The Story of Us

Katie Jordan

1999

Ben and Katie Jordan are a married couple who go through hard times in fifteen years of marriage.

The Fabulous Baker Boys

Susie Diamond

1989

The lives of two struggling musicians, who happen to be brothers, inevitably change when they team up with a beautiful, up-and-coming singer.

White Oleander

Ingrid Magnussen

2002

A teenager journeys through a series of foster homes after her mother goes to prison for committing a crime of passion.

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Original Sin

Producer

2001

A young man is plunged into a life of subterfuge, deceit and mistaken identity in pursuit of a femme fatale whose heart is never quite within his grasp.