The charming and smiling Pete Mellark of The Hunger Games today knows the whole world. Not all Russian viewers know that the name of the actor is Josh Hutcherson, and that he began acting in films at the age of 9. Let's see how the career of the star developed, and what good films with the participation of this artist deserve special attention.
Josh Hutcherson Biography
Josh Hutcherson was born in 1992 in Union (Kentucky). His mother was a flight attendant, and his father was an environmental analyst. The actor flows English, Irish and German blood. Since childhood, parents did everything to develop their own son. For example, they moved to another city for the career of a boy. Josh also has a brother who was born four years later than the famous actor. Today, Josh is an extraordinary person, a creative person and an indifferent public figure. In America, the actor became famous for participating in a campaign to combat homophobia. In 2012, he was awarded a prize from the Alliance of Gays and Lesbians. Currently, the actor lives in the United States, California.
Debut
Few people know that Josh Hutcherson, whose filmography currently has more than 30 films, first appeared in films when he was only 9 years old. It was an episode in the TV series "Ambulance", where he played the baby Matt. At the age of four, the future actor knew who he would be when he grew up. The boy watched films with the famous actor Jake Gyllenhaal without stopping. For the sake of the implementation of his son's acting career, the whole family was forced to move to Los Angeles. Only at age 9, in 2002, the boy managed to realize his dream. After numerous auditions, Josh smiled at luck, and he was invited to play the role of Nikki Harper in the TV series House Blend. Later that year, he gets episodic roles in the TV series Becoming Glen (young Glen) and Ambulance (Matt).
Actor's career
Filming on the big screen took place a year later. In 2003, Josh Hutcherson, whose filmography is growing year by year, plays a cameo role in the film "American Splendor". From this time begins the rapid career growth of the actor. In 2005, he plays one of the boys in Will Ferrell’s sports comedy “Hit and Shout”, Gabe in “Little Manhattan”, one of the main roles (Walter) in the film “Zatura: A Space Adventure”. Thanks to the last picture, Hutcherson earned his first film awards.
Top movies
In the next year, 2006, the actor is offered the main roles in two films that had a positive effect on his career. This is “Madhouse on Wheels,” where Josh plays with Robin Williams, as well as “Bridge to Terabithia,” where he starred with Anna Sophia Robb. The paintings were a huge success with the audience, and the young actors who took part in the filming, including Harcherson, became famous after the premiere. Subsequent films featuring Josh Hutcherson also influenced the career development of the star: Journey to the Center of the Earth (2008), where he plays Brendan Fraser's nephew, and The Story of a Vampire (2008, the role of Steve). Two years later, in 2010, Josh starred in the serious film "The Kids Are Alright." His partners on the site here are such famous actors as Julianne Moore, as well as the popular Mark Ruffalo. The film received several prestigious awards and four nominations, including “Best Picture”. The Hunger Games can undoubtedly be considered the most stellar film in the career of an actor. The role of charming Pitt Mellark instantly made Josh famous. Today, Josh Hutcherson, films with whose participation they enjoy watching all over the world, is at the peak of popularity and continues to delight his beloved viewers with his new and colorful roles. A talented actor is in demand among the most famous American producers and directors.
Filmography by Josh Hutcherson
On the account of the young actor today more than 30 roles in art films and famous series. In 2002, Josh starred in the TV series “House Blend” (Nikki Harper), “Becoming Glen” (Glen in his youth), “Ambulance” (Matt), “Women's Brigade” (Matthew). Also this year, he participates in the voice acting of the picture “Justice League”. A year later, in 2003, he was waiting for new shootings in American Magnificence (Robin), Wild Days (Chris), Fire Lines (Donny). In 2004, there were episodic roles and voice acting of the paintings “The Last Trip” (Joy), “Wonderful Dogs” (Charlie), “Kings of the Mototrack” (TJ), “Fun Wagon” and “Walking Castle” (voice acting). In 2005 - the main roles in the films "Father Eddie" (Eddie), "Hit and Shout" (Bucky), "Little Manhattan" (Gabe). The following (2006) year brings star roles in such films as “Zatura: A Space Adventure” (Walter), “Madhouse on Wheels” (Karl). In 2007, “Bridge to Terabithia” (Jess) and “Fire Forest” (Shane) were released. The year 2008 was marked for Josh with his paintings “Flight of a Lifetime” (Jimmy), “Journey to the Center of the Earth” (Sean). In 2009, there was only a small but vivid role in the film “The Story of a Vampire” (Steve). The year 2010 is associated with the films “Kids Are Alright” (Laser) and “The Third Rule” (Chuck). No less memorable paintings were seen by the viewer in 2011: “Red Dawn” (Robert), “Carmel” (Joshua), “Punishment” (Klepton). Today, Josh Hutcherson, whose filmography exceeded 30 paintings, is a sought-after actor.
The movie "The Hunger Games"
The film by Gary Ross, shot based on the Susan Collins novel of the same name, was released in 2012. In 2012 and 2013, viewers enjoyed watching The Hunger Games (Josh plays the role of Pete). In 2014, the release of the last part of the trilogy is expected. Fans are eagerly awaiting the continuation of the story of the Mockingjay, hoping for a positive outcome of the love affair between Pete and Katnes. Of great interest to the film is the fact that in reality actors Josh Hutcherson and Jennifer Lawrence (Katnes) also meet. The film was a huge success worldwide, received a large number of nominations and awards. Josh Hutcherson, whose filmography is growing rapidly year after year, and the paintings with his participation are loved all over the world, received an award for best male role, as well as an award with Jennifer for the best kiss in the frame. Josh is a model of success, energy and determination, which young people strive to imitate, and girls go crazy with his charming smile and sincere look.