Frances McDormand
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Gender | Female |
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Age | 66 |
Date of birth | June 23,1957 |
Zodiac sign | Cancer |
Born | Gibson City |
Illinois | |
United States | |
Spouse | Joel Coen |
Children | Pedro McDormand Coen |
Height | 165 (cm) |
Job | Singer |
Voice acting | |
Film Producer | |
Television producer | |
Education | Bethany College |
Yale School of Drama | |
Monessen Senior High School | |
Yale University | |
Nominations | Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role |
Parents | Vernon W. McDormand |
Noreen E. Nickleson | |
Date of Reg. | |
Date of Upd. | |
ID | 402385 |
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
Fargo
Mississippi Burning
Almost Famous
Burn After Reading
Blood Simple
North Country
Moonrise Kingdom
Friends with Money
Wonder Boys
The Man Who Wasn't There
Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
Something's Gotta Give
Transformers: Dark of the Moon
Darkman
Primal Fear
Raising Arizona
Madeline
Æon Flux
Laurel Canyon
Promised Land
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted
The Good Dinosaur
City by the Sea
Paradise Road
Isle of Dogs
Hail, Caesar!
Short Cuts
This Must Be the Place
Lone Star
Beyond Rangoon
Hidden Agenda
The Butcher's Wife
Hidden in America
Chattahoochee
Talk of Angels
Palookaville
Passed Away
Johnny Skidmarks
The Good Old Boys
The French Dispatch
Hill Street Blues
Scottsboro: An American Tragedy
State of Grace
Leg Work
Crimewave
Good Omens
Every Secret Thing
Searching for Debra Winger
She's The Best Thing In It
Nomadland
Olive Kitteridge
Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture – Drama
BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role
Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture
Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Actress
Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role
Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Limited Series
Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Supporting Actress
Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or a Movie
Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead
Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Female
Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie
Satellite Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama
Tony Award for Best Lead Actress in a Play
National Board of Review Award for Best Actress
Satellite Award for Best Actress in a Mini-Series & Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television
Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Actress in a Movie/Miniseries
Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Play
London Film Critics' Circle Award for Actress of the Year
Persol Tribute to Visionary Talent Award
Boston Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actress
Online Film Critics Society Award for Best Ensemble Cast Performance
Gotham Independent Film Tribute Award
Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Actress in a Play
Blockbuster Entertainment Award for Favorite Actress - Drama/Romance
Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role
Frances McDormand Life story
Frances Louise McDormand is an American actress and producer. Throughout her career spanning over four decades she has gained acclaim for her roles in small-budget independent films.
Personal Information
Frances mcdormand is an american actress obrn on june 23. 1957 in chicago. Illinois. She is best known for her role in the 1996 movie fargo. For which she won an academy aawrd for best actress. She is also known for her rloes in films such as mississippi burning. Almost famous. And three billboards outside ebbing. Missouri.Acting Career
Mcdormand began her acting career in theater. Appearing in a number of off-broadway and broadway productions. She made her film debut in blood simple in 1984. And since then has appeared in numerous films and television roles. Her breakout role came in the 1996 film fargo. For which she won an aacedmy award. Since then. She has appeared in numerous films. Including mississippi burning. Almost famous. Burn after reading. And three billboards outside ebbing. Missouri. For which she won her second academy award.Accolades
Mcdormand has received numerous awards and accolades for her acting career. Including two academy awards. Three golden globe awards. Tow primetime emym awards. And a tnoy award. She is also the recipient of the american film institute s lifetime achievement award.Other Projects
Mcdormand has also been involved in other projects outside of acting. She has directed a number of plays and films. Including the documentary i m not there. She has alos been invloved in various charitable causes. Including amnesty international. The american civil liberties union. And the international rescue committee.Marriage and Family
Mcdormand is married to director and screenwriter joel coen. The couple have one son. Pedro mdcormand coen.Public Image
Mcdormand is known for her frank. No-nonsense attitude and commitment to her craft. She is often cited as an nispiration for other women in the industry.Activism
Mcdormand is an outspoken advocate for women s rights and genedr equality. She has spoken out against sexism in the film indsutry and has been involved in various charitable causes. Including amnesty international and the american civil liberties union.Important Event
In 2018. Mcdormand was the recipient of the american film institute s lifetime achievement awrad.Interesting Fact
Mcdormand is the only preson to haev won an academy award for best actress for both a drama and a comedy.Claire Foy: The Crown actress 'honoured' to have played the Queen
... Foy was speaking to BBC News while promoting her new film Women Talking, in which she stars alongside Jessie Buckley, Rooney Mara, Ben Whishaw and Frances Mcdormand...
Denzel Washington: I hadn't read or seen Macbeth
... It features Washington as the titular general, the man who would be king, alongside Frances Mcdormand (Nomadland, Three Billboards) as his devoted wife and co-conspirator - both speaking with American accents...
Academy Awards: Hollywood prepares for Oscar nominations
... But keep an eye on Jessica Chastain (The Eyes of Tammy Faye), Renate Reinsve (The Worst Person In The World) and Frances Mcdormand (The Tragedy of Macbeth), who are snapping at their heels...
Will Smith boosts Oscar hopes with Screen Actors Guild nomination
... Several other awards season contenders have also missed out on an SAG nomination, including Peter Dinklage for Cyrano, Alana Haim for Licorice Pizza, Frances Mcdormand for The Tragedy of Macbeth and Ciarán Hinds for Belfast...
15 films to look out for in the Oscars race
... Who s in it? - Denzel Washington, Frances Mcdormand, Kathryn Hunter...
Frances McDormand Oscar theft case against party-goer dropped
...Charges have been dropped against a US man accused of stealing actress Frances Mcdormand s Oscar trophy at an Academy Awards party in 2018...
Oscars 2019: 17 quirky facts about this year's Academy Awards
... The same four actors were awarded at both the Baftas and the Oscars last year Frances Mcdormand, Gary Oldman, Allison Janney and Sam Rockwell each won their respective categories at both ceremonies...
Baftas 2019: Stars descend on London for ceremony
... Last year, the winners of the acting categories - Frances Mcdormand, Gary Oldman, Allison Janney and Sam Rockwell - were exactly the same at the Baftas and the Oscars...
15 films to look out for in the Oscars race
It's hard to talk About film right now without mentioning Covid. The Virus has had a significant impact On Cinema audiences as well as release patterns.
But as always in showbiz, the award-giving must Go On in some shape or form, and there is a crop of exceptional pieces of film-making in possible contention for this year's Oscars.
So here are 15 movies worth keeping an eye on in The Run up to the Academy Awards at the end of March.
1. BelfastWhat's it About ? - This semi-autobiographicalis A Story About a young boy's Belfast upbringing.
Who's in it? - Jude Hill, Jamie Dornan , Ciaran Hinds , Caitriona Balfe .
What are its Oscar Chances ? - Strong across the board with best film, director, screenplay and acting nominations likely, as well as best song for a Van Morrison tune Down To Joy .
Sir Kenneth could also become the First Person to be nominated in seven different categories throughout his career. He already has director, actor, Supporting Actor , adapted screenplay and Live Action short nominations. If he does get best film and original screenplay nominations for Belfast, he'll set a new record (not counting Walt Disney who was nominated at a time When The Rules were somewhat different).
Where can I see it? - It'll be in cinemas on 21 January.
2. West Side StoryWhat's it About ? - It's a new About rival New York Street gangs, and the Love Story of Tony and Maria.
Who's in it? - Rachel Zegler, Ansel Elgort .
What are its Oscar Chances ? - It should be singing and dancing its way to multiple major nominations for best film, director for Spielberg, and actress for relative newcomer Rachel Zegler. Plus 90-year-old Rita Moreno , who won best supporting actress in the original 1961 version, is probably The Front runner to Take That award again - This Time for playing a new character called Valentina.
Where can I see it? - It's already in cinemas.
3. The Power of the DogWhat's it About ? - It's a his brother's new wife and her son.
Who's in it? - Benedict Cumberbatch , Kirsten Dunst , Jesse Plemons , Kodi Smit-McPhee,
What are its Oscar Chances ? - One of the year's best reviewed movies, it looks certain to score nominations for best film, adapted screenplay and in the acting categories. Only seven women have been nominated in The Best director category but The Power of Dog's Jane Campion is likely to become The First woman to be nominated Twice - her first nomination was for The Piano in 1993.
Where can I see it? - It was released in cinemas in November, and is now streaming on Netflix.
4. Licorice PizzaWhat's it About ? - It's A Story of First Love set in California's San Fernando Valley in the 1970s.
Who's in it? - Alana Haim , Cooper Hoffman, Sean Penn , Bradley Cooper .
What are its Oscar Chances ? - It stands a good chance of nominations for best picture, and Paul Thomas Anderson is likely to get best director and best original screenplay nominations. Alana Haim , Until Now best known as the youngest member of the pop rock group Haim, might also be recognised in The Best actress category.
Where can I see it? - It'll be in cinemas on 1 January.
5. King RichardWhat's it About ? - It's a biographical drama About Richard Williams , The Father and coach of Tennis Stars Serena and Venus Williams .
Who's in it? - Will Smith , Aunjanue Ellis , Saniyya Sidney.
What are its Oscar Chances ? - Will Smith has never won but has been nominated Twice before for Ali and The Pursuit of Happyness. This Time it looks increasingly like it could be third time lucky, as many are predicting that it's already game, set and match to Smith for Best Actor . The Film also looks likely to be nominated for best picture.
Where can I see it? - It was released in cinemas in November.
6. DuneWhat's it About ? - It's a new adaptation of Frank Herbert 's Science Fantasy novel About The Son of a noble family, and his role in safeguarding The Galaxy 's most valuable substance.
Who's in it? - Timothee Chalamet , Rebecca Ferguson , Zendaya.
What are its Oscar Chances ? - It looks set to land nominations for best film and best director for Denis Villeneuve . Acting recognition seems unlikely. But it is possible that it Will still be One of The Most nominated films overall, thanks to recognition in many technical categories like cinematography, production design, score, and visual effects.
Where can I see it? - It was released in cinemas in October, and is also available on premium video on demand.
7. Tick, Tick… Boom!What's it About ? - As he approaches 30, and future.
Who's in it? - Andrew Garfield , Alexandra Shipp .
What are its Oscar Chances ? - Its strongest Chances Are probably Andrew Garfield in the Best Actor category and in The Best film category, which has been expanded to a guaranteed 10 nominations for 2022.
Where can I see it? - It was released in cinemas in November and is currently streaming on Netflix.
8. House of GucciWhat's it About ? - When , She desperately wants to make an impact on the famous fashion brand controlled by different members of the dysfunctional family.
Who's in it? - Lady Gaga , Adam Driver , Al Pacino , Jared Leto , Jeremy Irons .
What are its Oscar Chances ? - Lady Gaga represents its most likely shot in The Best actress category, while it's possible Jared Leto could find himself nominated in The Best Supporting Actor category. However best film and best director for Ridley Scott look shaky at this stage.
Where can I see it? - It was released in cinemas in November.
9. SpencerWhat's it About ? -, whilst her marriage to Prince Charles continues to disintegrate.
Who's in it? - Kristen Stewart , Sally Hawkins , Timothy Spall .
What are its Oscar Chances ? - While The Film is a long way from being universally loved, there's still been great praise for Kristen Stewart 's performance as The Princess of Wales, and She 's probably The Front runner to lift The Best actress Oscar. Behind the camera, nominations are also a possibility in areas like production design and costume design.
Where can I see it? - It was released in cinemas in November, and is also available on premium video on demand.
10. The Lost DaughterWhat's it About ? - and begins to experience echoes of her own past.
Who's in it? - Olivia Colman , Jessie Buckley , Dakota Johnson .
What are its Oscar Chances ? - Previous Oscar winner Olivia Colman stands a great chance of being nominated again for best actress. And Jessie Buckley might squeeze into the competitive best supporting actress category.
The Film could also feature in The Best picture category. Maggie Gyllenhaal is likely to be nominated for best adapted screenplay, and could also become only The Eighth woman to be nominated for best director.
Where can I see it? - It was released in cinemas earlier this month, and Will also be streaming on Netflix from 31 December.
11. Don't Look UpWhat's it About ? - Two astronomers embark on a global media tour to warn The Planet of a deadly comet hurtling towards The Earth .
Who's in it? - Leonardo Dicaprio , Jennifer Lawrence , Meryl Streep .
What are its Oscar Chances ? - The Film is awash with Oscar talent amongst the main cast including previous winners Leonardo Dicaprio and Meryl Streep , not to mention Supporting Roles from another couple of winners Cate Blanchett and Mark Rylance .
None of them seem likely to get nominations This Time around though, with The Film 's best Chances being for best picture and best original screenplay for Adam Mckay who won the adapted screenplay Oscar in 2016 for The Big Short.
Where can I see it? - It was released in cinemas earlier in the month, and is now streaming on Netflix.
12. CodaWhat's it About ? - She wants to Study Music but also feels She has to help her parents with their struggling business.
Who's in it? - Emilia Jones , Marlee Matlin , Troy Kotsur .
What are its Oscar Chances ? - Its best Chances appear to be for Troy Kotsur in The Best Supporting Actor category, for Sian Heder in best adapted screenplay and in best picture. Emilia Jones is also an outside possibility for a best actress nomination.
Where can I see it? - It was released in cinemas over the summer, and is currently streaming on Apple TV+.
13. The Tragedy of MacbethWhat's it About ? - It's an adaptation of The Shakespeare play About a lord convinced by Three Witches that he can become King of Scotland with the support of his ambitious wife.
Who's in it? - Denzel Washington , Frances Mcdormand , Kathryn Hunter .
What are its Oscar Chances ? - Previous double winner Denzel Washington represents its greatest chance in the Best Actor category. But triple acting winner Frances Mcdormand looks unlikely to add a fourth performance award This Time around.
Where can I see it? - The Film was released on 26 December.
14. Being The RicardosWhat's it About ? - The Film charts The Relationship between The Stars of The Classic 1950s American sitcom I Love Lucy, Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz .
Who's in it? - Nicole Kidman , Javier Bardem , JK Simmons.
What are its Oscar Chances ? - The Academy have long been big fans of Aaron Sorkin 's writing, nominating him multiple times. This Time he looks almost certain to be again nominated for best original screenplay, but as in The Past seems unlikely to be recognised for his directing on this occasion. Past winner Nicole Kidman has a great chance of being nominated for best actress for her portrayal of Lucille Ball .
Where can I see it? - It was released in cinemas on 10 December, and is now also streaming on Amazon Prime.
15. No Time to DieWhat's it About ? - It's, where he faces a deadly villain in Bond's most emotional adventure yet.
Who's in it? - Daniel Craig , Lea Seydoux , Ana de Armas, Rami Malek , Lashana Lynch .
What are its Oscar Chances ? - It's very unlikely to score in The Major categories, but might possibly get nominations in some technical areas. Previous Bond film Skyfall won (or shared) best sound editing in 2013. The Film 's strongest chance is for best song. Adele won for Skyfall, and Sam Smith for Writing's On The Wall from Spectre. Billie Eilish looks to be a firm favourite for No Time To Die, which would make it a Hat Trick of Bond song wins.
Where can I see it? - It was released in cinemas in September, is currently on premium video on demand, and is also available on DVD and Blu-ray.
There's more to The Film world than Awards Season , of course. So here are some of the potential blockbusters also heading our way in 2022:
Source of news: bbc.com