Vera Farmiga

Born:1973年8月6日

Place of Birth:Clifton, New Jersey, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Vera Farmiga, born on August 6, 1973, is an immensely talented American actress known for her versatility and captivating performances. She initially made a name for herself on stage, starring in the original Broadway production of Taking Sides in 1996 before transitioning to television and film. It was her role as a drug addict in the drama film Down to the Bone (2004) that marked her breakthrough in the industry, showcasing her raw talent and depth as an actress.

Farmiga's career continued to soar as she took on a variety of roles in different genres, from the political thriller The Manchurian Candidate (2004) to the crime drama The Departed (2006) and the historical drama The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas (2008). Notably, she solidified her status as a scream queen with standout performances in the horror films Joshua (2007) and Orphan (2009), demonstrating her ability to immerse herself in diverse and challenging characters.

One of Farmiga's most acclaimed roles came in the comedy-drama Up in the Air (2009), for which she received an Academy Award nomination and garnered widespread recognition for her portrayal. In addition to her acting prowess, Farmiga made her directorial debut with the drama film Higher Ground (2011), further showcasing her multifaceted talents both in front of and behind the camera.

Throughout her career, Farmiga has continued to impress audiences with her performances in a range of films, including the thrillers Source Code (2011), Safe House (2012), and the Conjuring Universe films, where she portrayed paranormal investigator Lorraine Warren. Her versatility is evident in her roles in diverse projects such as the legal drama The Judge (2014), the biographical drama The Front Runner (2018), and the monster film Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019).

In addition to her success in film, Farmiga has also made a mark on television, earning Primetime Emmy Award nominations for her compelling portrayal of Norma Louise Bates in the A&E drama horror series Bates Motel (2013–2017) and her role in the Netflix miniseries When They See Us (2019). She continues to captivate audiences with her performances in acclaimed series such as Hawkeye (2021) and Five Days at Memorial (2022), showcasing her range and versatility across different platforms.

Vera Farmiga's dedication to her craft, her ability to inhabit complex characters with depth and authenticity, and her commitment to storytelling have solidified her reputation as one of the most talented and versatile actresses in the industry. With a career marked by critical acclaim and a diverse body of work spanning various genres, Farmiga continues to captivate audiences with her magnetic presence on screen.

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The Conjuring

Lorraine Warren

2013

Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren work to help a family terrorized by a dark presence in their farmhouse. Forced to confront a powerful entity, the Warrens find themselves caught in the most terrifying case of their lives.

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It

Lorraine Warren

2021

Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren encounter what would become one of the most sensational cases from their files. The fight for the soul of a young boy takes them beyond anything they'd ever seen before, to mark the first time in U.S. history that a murder suspect would claim demonic possession as a defense.

The Nun

Lorraine Warren

2018

A priest with a haunted past and a novice on the threshold of her final vows are sent by the Vatican to investigate the death of a young nun in Romania and confront a malevolent force in the form of a demonic nun.

The Conjuring 2

Lorraine Warren

2016

Lorraine and Ed Warren travel to north London to help a single mother raising four children alone in a house plagued by malicious spirits.

Annabelle Comes Home

Lorraine Warren

2019

Determined to keep Annabelle from wreaking more havoc, demonologists Ed and Lorraine Warren bring the possessed doll to the locked artifacts room in their home, placing her “safely” behind sacred glass and enlisting a priest’s holy blessing. But an unholy night of horror awaits as Annabelle awakens the evil spirits in the room, who all set their sights on a new target—the Warrens' ten-year-old daughter, Judy, and her friends.

The Nun II

Lorraine Warren

2023

In 1956 France, a priest is violently murdered, and Sister Irene begins to investigate. She once again comes face-to-face with a powerful evil.

The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas

Mother

2008

When his family moves from their home in Berlin to a strange new house in Poland, young Bruno befriends Shmuel, a boy who lives on the other side of the fence where everyone seems to be wearing striped pajamas. Unaware of Shmuel's fate as a Jewish prisoner or the role his own Nazi father plays in his imprisonment, Bruno embarks on a dangerous journey inside the camp's walls.

Godzilla: King of the Monsters

Emma Russell

2019

Follows the heroic efforts of the crypto-zoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species, thought to be mere myths, rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity's very existence hanging in the balance.

The Departed

Madolyn

2006

To take down South Boston's Irish Mafia, the police send in one of their own to infiltrate the underworld, not realizing the syndicate has done likewise. While an undercover cop curries favor with the mob kingpin, a career criminal rises through the police ranks. But both sides soon discover there's a mole among them.

Orphan

Kate

2009

After losing their baby, a married couple adopt 9-year old Esther, who may not be as innocent as she seems.

Source Code

Colleen Goodwin

2011

When decorated soldier Captain Colter Stevens wakes up in the body of an unknown man, he discovers he's part of a mission to find the bomber of a Chicago commuter train.

The Judge

Samantha Powell

2014

A successful lawyer returns to his hometown for his mother's funeral only to discover that his estranged father, the town's judge, is suspected of murder.

Safe House

Catherine Linklater

2012

A dangerous CIA renegade resurfaces after a decade on the run. When the safe house he's remanded to is attacked by mercenaries, a rookie operative escapes with him. Now, the unlikely allies must stay alive long enough to uncover who wants them dead.

The Commuter

Joanna

2018

A businessman, on his daily commute home, gets unwittingly caught up in a criminal conspiracy that threatens not only his life but the lives of those around him.

Skin

Shareen

2019

A destitute young man, raised by racist skinheads and notorious among white supremacists, turns his back on hatred and violence to transform his life, with the help of a black activist and the woman he loves.

Ezra

Grace

2024

Stand-up comedian Max Bernal lives with his father Stan while struggling to co-parent his autistic son Ezra with his ex-wife. When forced to confront difficult decisions about their son's future, Max and Ezra embark on a cross-country road trip that has a transcendent impact on both their lives.

Captive State

Jane Doe

2019

Nearly a decade after occupation by an extraterrestrial force, the lives of a Chicago neighborhood on both sides of the conflict are explored. In a working-class Chicago neighborhood occupied by an alien force for nine years, increased surveillance and the restriction of civil rights have given rise to an authoritarian system -- and dissent among the populace.

The Many Saints of Newark

Livia Soprano

2021

Young Anthony Soprano is growing up in one of the most tumultuous eras in Newark, N.J., history, becoming a man just as rival gangsters start to rise up and challenge the all-powerful DiMeo crime family. Caught up in the changing times is the uncle he idolizes, Dickie Moltisanti, whose influence over his nephew will help shape the impressionable teenager into the all-powerful mob boss, Tony Soprano.

Up in the Air

Alex Goran

2009

Corporate downsizing expert Ryan Bingham spends his life in planes, airports, and hotels, but just as he’s about to reach a milestone of ten million frequent flyer miles, he meets a woman who causes him to rethink his transient life.

The Manchurian Candidate

Jocelyne Jordan

2004

Years after his squad was ambushed during the Gulf War, Major Ben Marco finds himself having terrible nightmares. He begins to doubt that his fellow squad-mate Sergeant Raymond Shaw, now a vice-presidential candidate, is the hero he remembers him being. As Marco's doubts deepen, Shaw's political power grows, and, when Marco finds a mysterious implant embedded in his back, the memory of what really happened begins to return.

Running Scared

Teresa Gazelle

2006

A low-ranking thug is entrusted by his boss to dispose of a gun that killed corrupt cops, but things spiral out of control when the gun ends up in wrong hands.

Origin

Kate Medina

2023

While investigating the global phenomenon of caste and its dark influence on society, a journalist faces unfathomable personal loss and uncovers the beauty of human resilience.

Snow White

Josephine

2001

Snow White's mother dies during childbirth, leaving baby Snow and father John for dead on an icy field, who then receives a visit from one of Satan's representatives, granting him three wishes.

Henry's Crime

Julie Ivanova

2010

An aimless man is sent to prison for a crime he did not commit, an ex-con targets the same bank he was sent away for robbing.

Nothing But the Truth

Erica van Doren

2008

When reporter Rachel Armstrong writes a story that reveals the identity of a covert CIA operative, the government demands that Rachel reveal her source. She defies the special prosecutor and is thrown in jail. Meanwhile, her attorney, Albert Burnside argues her case all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Autumn in New York

Lisa Tyler

2000

Will Keane, a Manhattan restaurateur, is content with his playboy lifestyle until he meets Charlotte Fielding, a free-spirited young woman. Together the pair pursue a passionate affair that forces them both to reevaluate what they want out of life, even as fate threatens to steal away their future.

Return to Paradise

Kerrie

1998

Lewis, Sheriff and Tony are three friends vacationing in Malaysia. Sheriff and Tony eventually leave to pursue careers in New York, but Lewis stays behind to work with orangutans. Two years later, Sheriff and Tony learn that, because of their past actions, Lewis has been arrested for drug possession. With Lewis facing a death sentence, the friends are left with a difficult decision: return to Malaysia and split Lewis' sentence, or let him die.