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1. This southern actress got her big break in the 1988 movie "Mystic Pizza." She would go on to become one of the most well-known actresses of her generation, picking up her first Academy Award along the way. Other movies this actress has starred in include "Steel Magnolias" (1989), "I Love Trouble" (1994), "The Mexican" (2001) and "Closer" (2004). One movie she may not brag about is 1996's "Mary Reilly" in which she played a housemaid who fell in love with Dr. Jekyll.
2. This actress has starred and/or appeared in over fifty movies, many of which were made-for-TV. Most of her roles are of an eclectic variety, from darker movies such as 1996's "Mary Reilly" and 1987's "Fatal Attraction", to movies aimed more towards children, such as 1996's "101 Dalmatians" as well as its sequel. Also on this actress's resume are many action movies such as 1996's "Mars Attacks!" and 1997's "Air Force One".
3. This English actor has had much success with a variety of movie roles dating back to 1982. Many feel that this actor shines the brightest when playing the villain, such as in 1997's "Air Force One", "The Fifth Element" (also released in 1997) and 1994's "Léon". He has, however, played his share of good guys to include his roles in 2004's "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" and 2005's "Batman Begins".
4. Before making it big in the film industry, this Irish actor worked as a forklift operator, truck driver and an amatuer boxer, among other things. He appeared in numerous films as well as on Broadway. Judging from past roles, it appears that this actor enjoys playing the mentor/trainer/father figure to younger men. This is apparent in such films as 2005's "Batman Begins", 2002's "Gangs of New York" and 1999's "Star Wars: Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace". He has also played a variety of real-life people in title roles such as 1993's "Schindler's List", 1995's "Rob Roy", 1996's "Michael Collins" and 2004's "Kinsey".
5. This actor has made a name for himself with many dark, offbeat roles. He played strong supporting characters in movies such as 2004's "Kinsey" and in the same year, "Garden State". He has played diverse roles ranging from a Russian nuclear reactor officer to a drug addict. He has thrilled critics with impressionable performances in movies such as 2003's "The Shattered Glass", which earned him the prestigious National Society of Film Critics Award.
6. This young, Canadian-born actor started his career at the age of thirteen starring in several TV dramas. His big break came in the Fox Family network's "Higher Ground" (2000). He then landed supporting roles in films such as 1999's "Free Fall" and, in the same year, "The Virgin Suicides" and 2003's "Shattered Glass". Worldwide fame would be reached after landing a much sought after part in 2002's "Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones", landing the role from over 400 candidates.
7. Despite not having the classic, Hollywood good looks, this New Jersey born actor has become known as a most versatile character actor. After a discouraging first attempt in film (1970's "Dreams of Glass"), he turned to the stage, starring in a play that would ultimately open the door to return to film; "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest". After reprising his stage role as Martini in the critically acclaimed film, this actor would go on to land the role of one of TV's most memorable and reviled characters of all time. His role in "Taxi" (1978-1983) earned him an Emmy Award. He maintained his status as a great character actor in films such as 1984's "Romancing the Stone", 1992's "Batman Returns", 1995's "Get Shorty" and 1996's "Mars Attacks!" He has also appeared in films such as 1999's "The Virgin Suicides", 2003's "Big Fish" and 2005's "Be Cool."
8. Considered one of the most critically acclaimed actors of his generation, this Scottish actor's first notable role was in 1994's "Shallow Grave", though he wouldn't be brought to the public's full attention until 1997's "Trainspotting". Known for taking on artistic and independent film roles, he surprised many fans with the decision to take on a lead role in 1999's "Star Wars: Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace". He continued to show his diversity as an actor in movies such as 2001's "Moulin Rouge!" in which he also proved he had singing talent. Other movies under his belt include 2001's "Black Hawk Down", 2003's "Down With Love" and "Big Fish" (also released in 2003) as well as Episodes II and III of "Star Wars".
9. This Texas native began in her film career with small roles in the movies "Reality Bites" (1994) and "Empire Records" (1995). Her big break came in the 1996 blockbuster "Jerry Maguire" in a starring role opposite Tom Cruise. While she did appear in a number of movies that were forgotten soon after they were seen (1999's "The Bachelor", 2002's "White Oleander" and 2003's "Down With Love"), she managed to grab the attention of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, picking up three Oscar nominations in three years. The third time proved to be the charm. She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2004 for "Cold Mountain" (2003).
10. Have you figured out who my favorite actress is yet? I've already mentioned many of her film roles as well as nine of her co-stars but here are some more clues to help you out. Born in Israel, she made her acting debut at the age of twelve in a powerful role opposite Jean Reno. This caused problems for her and her family as it was such a mature part for someone so young. That would be the nature of many of the roles she took. A Harvard University graduate (she studied psychology), she also trained in jazz, ballet and tap dancing. In addition to English, she speaks Hebrew and some French, German, Japanese and Spanish. Devoted to her movie roles, she has learned to play the piano, speak with a British accent, and completely shaved her head.
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