Most likely, there will not be a single spectator who has not watched or at least heard about the sensational cult film of 1995, the Shougels. The drama "The Shogels", whose actors gained incredible popularity after the release of the picture, was initially recognized by critics as tasteless and vulgar. But over time, opinion has changed dramatically, and the film has become a true legend.
So who starred in this legendary film in the lead roles?
Elizabeth Berkeley
The main role in the film was played by the bright and charismatic Elizabeth Berkeley. Elizabeth began her acting career right after school. She performed in musicals, and in 1987 received her first role in the series. But it was precisely the role in the Shawgles that brought the girl particular popularity, although if you listen to the critics, it’s very doubtful. But the main thing is that the Shougels drama diaries, the actors of which became famous overnight, though cast a shadow on the personality of the actors, but became a starting point for the further film activities of almost every one of them. Elizabeth Berkeley was no exception. After “Shougels,” she performed several roles in popular films and starred with top directors.
Gina Gershon
Gina Gershon, like her colleague in the film Elizabeth Berkeley, has been fond of acting since childhood. After graduating from school, she began to act in films, but the roles were more likely episodic. The first worthy role went to her in the film "Sinatra", where she played the daughter of the protagonist. But the real fame came to Gina just after the premiere of "Shougels", where she played a diva of an erotic show. Despite a whisper behind her after the Shougels diaries, the girl built a serious acting career. In addition to acting, Gina Gershon is engaged in vocals and tries himself in various musical directions.
Kyle McLachlan
The drama "The Shogels", whose actors have received scandalous popularity, for Kyle McLachlan was, though a bright moment in his career, but not at all positive. After all, it was for the role of dudes from Las Vegas that he was nominated for Golden Raspberries as the worst actor. Although before the shocking film, he had a decent list of acting roles, he starred mainly in the famous David Lynch. And after the “Shougels” Kyle’s career was more than successful. In addition to full-length tapes, it can be seen in rating series. Such as, “Sex and the City”, “Desperate Housewives”, “Justice League”.
Gina raver
Gina Ravera has rich experience in the world of cinema and TV shows. During her career, she starred in more than 50 films and television shows. Her longest work is in such series as "The Snoop" (the role of a detective), "Ambulance" (doctor) and "The Time of Your Life." The showpiece for Gina was precisely the “Shougels”, whose actors, after the release of the tape in the rental, gained popularity with renewed vigor. It was after her that Gina received several prominent roles in famous films.
Glenn Plummer
Glenn Plummer has the most extensive filmography of all the cast members of the Shawgles. During his acting career, he starred in more than 120 films, series and television shows. It is considered an excellent supporting actor. Like his co-star Gene Raver, Glenn has starred in Ambulance for 13 years. The series was his longest-running project. And in the film "The Shoogels", whose actors, having played in it, gained fame and recognition, Glenn starred twice. In the first part in 1995, and in the second - in 2011.
In addition to the main cast, “Shougels” involves a large number of well-known and prominent actors. Such as Robert Davy, Rena Riffel, Al Russo, William Shockley, Lisa Boyle, Bobby Phillips, Carrie Ann Inaba and others.
Bringing his vision to life, Paul Verhoeven fully thought through the picture of the Shougels, the actors and roles were carefully selected. The script and directorial work, musical and visual design are made at a high level. And whoever says anything, but even after 20 years they remember the film, they still watch and discuss it.