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Thomas Jeffrey Hanks (born July 9, 1956) is an American actor and filmmaker. Known for both his comedic and dramatic roles, Hanks is one of the most popular and recognizable film stars worldwide, and is widely regarded as an American cultural icon. Hanks made his breakthrough with leading roles in the comedies Splash (1984) and Big (1988). He won two consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actor for starring as a gay lawyer suffering from AIDS in Philadelphia (1993) and a young man with below-average IQ in Forrest Gump (1994). Hanks collaborated with film director Steven Spielberg on five films: Saving Private Ryan (1998), Catch Me If You Can (2002), The Terminal (2004), Bridge of Spies (2015), and The Post (2017), as well as the 2001 miniseries Band of Brothers, which launched him as a director, producer, and screenwriter. Hanks' other notable films include the romantic comedies Sleepless in Seattle (1993) and You've Got Mail (1998); the dramas Apollo 13 (1995), The Green Mile (1999), Cast Away (2000), Road to Perdition (2002), and Cloud Atlas (2012); and the biographical dramas Saving Mr. Banks (2013), Captain Phillips (2013), Sully (2016), and A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019). He has also appeared as the title character in the Robert Langdon film series, and has voiced Sheriff Woody in the Toy Story film series. Description above from the Wikipedia article Tom Hanks, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Tom Hanks
Gary Merrill
for Gary Merrill in Anne Baxter: Star of Many Faces
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"Anne Baxter: Star of Many Faces" is a captivating biopic that chronicles the life and work of Anne Baxter, a remarkable and adaptable actress who made her mark on Hollywood. From her early days in the shadow of her legendary grandfather, Frank Lloyd Wright, to her breakout role in 'The Razor's Edge,' and her iconic performances in classics like 'All About Eve' and 'The Ten Commandments,' this film offers a vivid portrait of a woman who defied expectations and left an indelible mark on the cinema industry. Anne Baxter was more than just a pretty face on the silver screen; she was an innovator, pushing boundaries and challenging stereotypes in a male-dominated business. Throughout her journey, we witness how she tackled the obstacles of fame, love, and family, all while staying true to her artistic vision. The film explores Anne's intricate relationships with Hollywood giants like Bette Davis, Marilyn Monroe, and Cecil B. DeMille, revealing the behind-the-scenes drama that propelled her to the top of the ladder.
