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John Christopher Reilly (born May 24, 1965) is an American actor. He is known for his character acting, taking on leading and supporting roles in independent drama films and studio comedies. He gained exposure through his supporting roles in Tony Scott's Days of Thunder (1990), Paul Thomas Anderson's films Hard Eight (1996), Boogie Nights (1997) and Magnolia (1999), and Martin Scorsese's Gangs of New York (2002) and The Aviator (2004). Reilly was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and the corresponding Golden Globe Award for his role in the musical film Chicago (2002). Reilly's other notable films include The River Wild (1994), The Thin Red Line (1998), and The Hours (2002). Reilly gained prominence for his roles in comedy films such as Cal Naughton in Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006). He then went on to play the title character in Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story (2007) and Dale Doback, one of the two stepbrothers, in Step Brothers (2008). Meanwhile, Reilly began co-starring as Dr. Steve Brule in the comedic television series Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job! (2007–2010), which led to the spin-off series Check It Out! with Dr. Steve Brule (2010–2016). He voiced the title character in the Wreck-It Ralph film series (2012–2018). Reilly is also known for his work in the independent films Cyrus, We Need to Talk About Kevin, and Carnage (all in 2011), The Lobster (2015), and The Sisters Brothers (2018). He combined his comedic and dramatic abilities for his portrayal of comedian Oliver Hardy in the biopic Stan and Ollie (2018), earning nominations for the Golden Globe Award and Critics' Choice Award. Reilly is also known for his work on television. He created and starred in the Showtime comedy series Moonbase 8 (2020) and led an ensemble cast for the HBO sports drama series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (2022–2023). Reilly performs with his band, John Reilly and Friends. For his role in the Broadway revival of Sam Shepard's play True West (2000), he was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play. Description above from the Wikipedia article John C. Reilly, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
John C. Reilly
John Wayne Gacy / Pogo the Clown
for John Wayne Gacy / Pogo the Clown in Pogo the Clown (2020)
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Pogo the Clown follows the chilling true-crime story of John Wayne Gacy, a notorious serial killer who lured young boys to their deaths while performing as the beloved "Pogo the Clown" at children's parties. Set against the backdrop of suburban Chicago in the 1970s, the film delves into Gacy’s twisted double life, examining how he managed to maintain a facade of respectability as a community leader and family man, all while hiding his dark, violent urges. As detectives close in on his criminal activities, Gacy’s psychological complexities unravel, revealing a man who was both a monster and a master manipulator. The story weaves between the investigation into Gacy's gruesome murders and the lives of the victims, showing the devastating impact on their families. With a mix of psychological tension and suspense, the film portrays not only the brutality of Gacy's crimes but also the chilling calm with which he executed them, ultimately leading to his arrest and the revelation of his horrifying secret. Through meticulous investigation and gripping storytelling, Pogo the Clown explores the disturbing nature of evil hidden behind a public persona.
