Bill McCutcheon
Nacimiento : 1924-05-23, Russell, Kentucky, United States
Muerte : 2002-01-09
Historia
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James William McCutcheon (May 23, 1924 - January 9, 2002) was an American character actor known for his roles in film, television, and theatre, several of which won him Emmy and Tony awards.
McCutcheon was born in Russell, Kentucky, the son of Florence Louise (née Elam) and Robert Kenna McCutcheon, who was a railroad conductor. McCutcheon's first major role was Leo the Leprechaun on The Howdy Doody Show. He followed this appearance with a recurring role (from 1984 to 1992) as Uncle Wally on the children's television series Sesame Street, for which he won an Emmy.
McCutcheon was also active in film and on the stage. His first film appearance was in 1964's Santa Claus Conquers the Martians; later on, he was seen in movies including Family Business and Steel Magnolias. McCutcheon's theatre credits include a role as Moonface Martin in Anything Goes, which won him a Tony for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical. Other stage appearances include You Can't Take It With You and The Man Who Came to Dinner.
McCutcheon had three children, Carol, Jay, and Kenna.
McCutcheon died in 2002 of natural causes, at age 77.
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Puddler
Adaptación de la novela autobiográfica "La tía Julia y el escribidor", de Mario Vargas Llosa. Narra las primeras experiencias de un joven que quiere ser escritor y que, al mismo tiempo, vive un tórrido romance con una tía suya. (FILMAFFINITY)
Leo Hansen
Para Larry Burrows el día de su treinta y cinco cumpleaños ha sido un día un poco complicado. Ha tenido problemas en casa, en el trabajo y se le ha roto el coche. Entonces por arte de magia su vida cambia por completo cuando conoce a un misterioso Sr. Destiny. La vida de Larry se tranforma como por arte de magia, al materializarse sus máximas fantasías: una fabulosa mansión, una bellísima esposa, varios automóviles. Sin embargo, Larry pronto descubrirá que la buena vida no lo es tanto y tratará por todos los medios de recuperar lo que dejó atrás.
Doheny
Tres generaciones de la misma familia intentan perpetrar un robo perfecto que les permita retirarse. El plan consiste en introducir una tarjeta en la apertura electrónica correspondiente, entrar, salir y repartirse un millón de dólares; sin violencia, sin sospechas, sin policías.
Owen Jenkins
Comedia de carácter coral que refleja la vida cotidiana, no exenta de dramatismo, de un grupo de amigas de diversas edades de una pequeña ciudad sureña. La protagonista, Shelby Eatenton (Julia roberts), es una joven diabética de salud muy precaria que acaba de casarse y a la que los médicos han aconsejado no tener hijos.
Wally
The stars come out on Sesame Street in this fun-filled video featuring the show's most memorable moments. Sing-along in this star-studded celebration!
Mr. Van Der Meer
Sylvia Pickel es una joven peluquera con deseos de aventura. Nick Deezy es un funcionario de museos que arde en deseos de desenterrar tesoros. A pesar de que Sylvia y Nick han sido dotados con poderes psíquicos, ninguno de los dos sabe que compartirán el mismo destino. Harry Buscafusco, un oportunista, les convence para que emprendan una peligrosa misión humanitaria en los Andes, pero en realidad se trata de una expedición en busca de los misteriosos poderes del universo.
Man on TV
Dennis Jennings is an introverted daydreamer, sleepwalking through life. He is a professional waiter and has an equally-dull girlfriend, Emma. In an attempt to release his pent-up feelings of isolation, he begins seeing a psychiatrist, only to discover that the doctor is somewhat less than interested in what he has to say. The film won an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Dr. Snodgrass
Jodie and his mum are grief-stricken by the passing away of Jodie's grandfather, but they soon find themselves with a lot more to be upset about when he gets determined not to stay dead.
Mr. De Pinna
A man from a family of rich snobs becomes engaged to a woman from a good-natured but decidedly eccentric family.
Paully Albadecker
Una demencial brigada anti-rateros formada por tres hombres y una mujer deciden establecer su propia operación de defensa en Miami. Pero, como no tienen el suficiente apoyo deciden revender objetos incautados, mezclándose cada vez más con el mundo del hampa.
Good Ole Boy #1
W.W. Bright is a robber with a heart of gold who travels the South knocking off banks and gas stations owned by a corrupt businessman. When he hijacks a car, he meets an aspiring country band, the Dixie Dancekings, led by Dixie. The two sides eventually take a liking to one another, especially after the Dancekings realize the size of Bright's thefts. Trailed by religious zealot cop Deacon Gore, Bright helps the band make it big while on the run.
Gas station proprietor (as William McCutcheon)
Roger Pitman is a petty thief who makes a deal with the police to use bait money to trap other criminals. But when he gets the cash, Roger can't resist the temptation and steals part of it. He runs off to Miami Beach, but now lives in fear of the crooks that he set up as well as the police.
A long-distance trucker, dressed like a sea captain, aimlessly sails the American highways in his 18 wheeler mumbling manic, southern accented non sequiturs; carnivalizing roadside stops and happenstance towns while out-weirding cops and weigh stations with his new cryptic, over-coated hitchhiker buddy.
Desmond Miller
Cuando su novia le dice que sus hombres no lo seguirían ni hasta una casa de mala reputación, Max, un general del ejército mexicano, decide realizar un gran acto de heroísmo. Llevará a sus hombres a través de la frontera hacia Texas y re-capturará de El Álamo. Esto molesta a los tejanos en gran medida, y la Guardia Nacional de Texas es enviada a retomar la misión. Normalmente esto sería fácil, ya que los hombres de Max han dejado toda su munición en México, pero el departamento de Estado insiste en que nadie resulte muerto, por lo que la Guardia Nacional también entra con armas descargadas.
Dropo
Los marcianos, preocupados porque sus hijos están obsesionados con los programas de televisión de la Tierra que ensalzan a Santa Claus, deciden venir a la Tierra para secuestrarle.
