John Malkovich

Life and work of John Malkovich

The name of actor John Malkovich (John Gavin Malkovich) is widely known in the world cinema. Talented artist for almost 50-year career has performed about 100 roles in films, TV series, played in more than 15 plays, acted as a director, producer, scriptwriter in several theater and television projects. In addition to a career in movies and on stage, the actor tried his hand at fashion design, creating a clothing line, owns a winery, nightclub, restaurant.

Childhood and young years of John

The actor was born on December 9, 1953 in Christopher, Illinois. The parents of John Malkovich's father were Croatian by nationality. They immigrated to America from a small place Ozal. The family of the actor had nothing to do with the movie industry.

As a child, Malkovich wanted to become a professional baseball player, seriously engaged in sports. However, in high school, having fallen in love with a member of the drama club, the young man joined the theater group. Acting became a lifelong passion. After graduation, John Malkovich studied at Eastern Illinois University. Later transferred to the University of Illinois to study theater. Without graduating, he dropped out of the institution to study acting at the William Esper Studio.

Best John Malkovich movies

On the account of the outstanding actor dozens of roles, many of which are marked by nominations of numerous awards, honors. Each character is unique, like the artist himself. Here are a few outstanding films of John Malkovich:

1. Places in the Heart (1984). The historical drama about the survival of Americans during the Great Depression received 7 Oscar nominations, including for Best Supporting Actor, which was performed by Malkovich.
2. Death of a Salesman (1985). Screen adaptation of the play of the same name, in which John Malkovich first played on Broadway. It brought the actor an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
3. Dangerous Liaisons (1988). Drama about the intrigues of high society in France in the XVIII century received 7 nominations for the Film Academy Award, of which won 3. John played unscrupulous scoundrel Viscount de Valmont.
4. Of Mice and Men (1992). Screen adaptation of the novel of the same name about dreams and disappointment. The actor talented embodied on the screen the role of mentally challenged Lenny.
5. In the Line of Fire (1993). Political thriller about the confrontation of a psychopathic killer played by Malkovich and a Secret Service agent, played by Clint Eastwood, received excellent reviews from critics, including for the charismatic play of actors. For this movie, the artist was nominated for an Oscar, Golden Globe Awards, BAFTA, MTV, Saturn.

This is not a complete list of John Malkovich's work, which is worth the attention of viewers. His contribution to the history of Hollywood can not be overestimated.

Personal life of John Malkovich

In 1976, the actor joined the Steppenwolf theater company. This became a key moment not only for his career, but also for his personal life. The organization was also joined by American actress Glenn Headley, who in 1982 became the wife of John Malkovich. The actors lived in marriage for several years. In 1988, they divorced because of the romantic connection between the actor and Michelle Pfeiffer, which began while working on the movie "Dangerous Liaisons". In 1989, on the set of the project "Under the Cover of Heaven" Malkovich met Nicolette Peyran. The couple is in a relationship to this day, they have two children: daughter Amandine, son Lowe. Family members of the artist are not connected with the world of cinematography.

What John Malkovich lives and what he does now

The actor calls himself an atheist, has indifferent political views. All losses, hardships, which for many years were many, the artist carries positively. He adheres to the philosophy that he was luckier than others, believes that there is no reason to complain. Despite the solid track record of John Malkovich does not plan to stop there. He continues to actively play in theater productions Steppenwolf, star in films, TV series, directing, producing. The artist is focused on his work, with pleasure working on interesting projects.