At the sight of this talented actor, many women simply have a sinking heart. He is also revered by the strong half of humanity. Liam Neeson, whose filmography currently has nearly a hundred different paintings, is a very prominent male representative. It feels not only artistic talent, but also deep intelligence, aristocracy and power. Films with actor Liam Neeson are most often remembered forever (which is only the "Schindler's List").
Actor Biography
This Irish-American actor was born in northern Ireland (Bellimen) on June 7, 1952 in a rather poor Catholic family. However, at that time almost the entire population of the "green island" lived on the verge of poverty. His father was a caretaker at a Catholic school and his mother was a cook. In addition to the boy, three more of his sisters grew up in the family.
Since childhood, Liam Neeson has been intensively engaged in boxing. It was there that his nose was broken several times . Parents were against his studies, but, despite all the difficulties, the guy trained hard. He even became the champion of Ireland in his weight category. While studying at school, the boy especially liked to play in the school theater, where he was called by his beloved teacher. Probably, even then, Liam realized that he wanted to connect his fate with this type of activity. Education Neeson tried to get in Belfast at Queen's University. From there he was expelled for poor performance. After an unsuccessful attempt to get a higher education, the guy returned to his native Bellimen, where he tried several times to torture happiness in a variety of types of work. At one time he was even a truck driver at the renowned Guinness Company. He also worked as a truck driver. Neeson even managed to teach at Newcastle College for 2 years.
The beginning of an acting career
Liam Neeson, whose filmography today includes a huge number of outstanding paintings, got into the cinema only in 1978. His debut was the work in the film “Pilgrim's Progress”. Along with a career in cinema, Liam began acting in the Belfast Theater Lyric Players. After moving to Dublin, he began performing at the Abbey Theater. It was on this scene that the colorful guy with obvious inclinations of talent was noticed by director John Burman. He invited him to shoot the movie Excalibur (1981). After finishing work in this tape, Liam was able to move to London. There he played in the theater and starred in directors of low-budget films. He also participated in several television projects.
Role search
Liam Neeson, whose height is 193 cm and weighs 85 kg, almost always stood out from the partners on the set. Perhaps, thanks to this fact, the actor most often got the roles of very strong and strong-willed people, since a petty person is rarely so impressive and proud in appearance. A breakthrough in his career was two films: "Bounty" (1984), "Mission" (1986). It was after the last picture that Liam Neeson, whose filmography by that time managed to replenish with a dozen paintings with passing roles, decided to move to Los Angeles in the hope of conquering Hollywood. In 1987, he began filming in the film "Suspect." Unfortunately, this tape did not live up to Liam's hopes for the long-awaited fame.
Career turning point
Only in 1990, after Sam Raimi's film "The Man of Darkness", Neeson received his portion of audience recognition. Since this picture was very successful, critics were quick to comment on Liam’s work very positively. The peak of the Irish actor’s career is the main role in Steven Spielberg’s sentimental film “Schindler's List” (1993). This picture did not leave anyone indifferent. For his role, Actor Liam Neeson deservedly received an Oscar nomination. Unfortunately, he was left without this award, but his reputation as an excellent dramatic actor was fully confirmed. Over the years, acting in fairly successful and interesting films, he only hone his professional skills.
Best Movies with Liam Neeson
Throughout his long career in the movie, this actor starred in many films recognized by both critics and viewers. Films with the participation of Liam Neeson are most often captured by their dynamic plot, rapid development of action and drama. Among his best paintings are the following works: “Nell” (1994), “Rob Roy” (1995), “The Ghost of a House on a Hill” (1999), “Star Wars: The Phantom Menace” (1999) .), “Gangs of New York” (2002), “K-19” (2002), “Real Love” (2003), “Kinsey” (2004), “Kingdom of Heaven” ( 2005), “Hostage” (2008), “Another Man” (2008).
Films with Liam Neeson: List
For 2000-2004 the actor managed to play in 13 films. Despite his age, Liam Neeson pleases admirers with indefatigable energy and great industriousness. In 2005, such wonderful films as “Breakfast on Pluto”, “Batman: The Beginning”, and “The Kingdom of Heaven” appeared on the wide screen. During 2008 - 2010 he starred in 13 more films, the most notable of which were Life Beyond (2009), Chloe (2009), Clash of the Titans (2010), and Team A (2010). ) “Three days to escape” (2010). He voiced the lion Aslan in the film “The Chronicles of Narnia” (2010). In 2011, he was noted in such paintings: “Life is so Short,” “Unknown.” In 2012, Liam Neeson starred in five films at once: “Fight”, “Hostage 2”, “The Dark Knight: Revival of a Legend”, “Wrath of the Titans”, “Sea Battle”. Some detractors say that recently, Neeson may star in not very high-quality films. As an example, they cite their favorite argument: for the film "Sea Battle" the actor was nominated for the Golden Raspberry Award. Most likely, this outstanding person simply can’t be left without work, and very few good scenarios for paintings in which not only special effects are needed, but also a dramatic play of actors.
Health problems
Liam Neeson, whose filmography is replete with ribbons with driving scenes of chases and fights, has always been concerned with his health. But once, when he was already at the peak of popularity, the actor severely injured his leg while riding a motorcycle (there was a collision with a deer). This dramatic event happened on the eve of filming a film about the legendary Soviet submarine ("K-19"). Despite the long and difficult treatment, Neeson was able to perfectly prepare for his role and played it with brilliance. There are also legends that even being absolutely sick (with a high temperature), he managed to work on the set with full dedication.
Artist's love passions
Neeson met his first love on the set of Escalibur. She was the world famous actress Helen Miren. Although she was 7 years older than the young actor, this could not stop the ardor of the lover. The tumultuous romance between the filming partners did not last long, since they did not have a serious relationship. Some believe that it was these relationships with the already famous Helen that spurred Liam's desire for world fame.
He met his future wife
Natasha Richardson on the Broadway stage. This famous actress became the perfect couple for him. Their family was just exemplary. In 1995, Natasha gave her husband a son, Mikel, and in 1996, Daniel. For 15 years, their family idyll continued, which was destroyed by a terrible accident: Natasha crashed while skiing. The artist was very upset by this tragedy, practically did not leave her bed in the hospital. Despite all his sleepless nights and anxious days, a miracle did not happen. A few days later, Natasha Richardson passed away.
Neeson's personal life
Liam received American citizenship. He spent a significant part of his life in the USA. Many who know this actor well claim that even for the closest people he always remains a mystery. So, some absolutely did not understand his act when he, brought up in the best traditions of Catholicism, changed his faith to Islam. He is still condemned for this, but he tries not to pay attention to other people. He is constantly busy on the set, and spends all his free time with his sons. In 2013-2014, such tapes with the actor’s participation as “Lego”, “Air Marshal”, “Third Person”, and the cartoon “Kumba” (voice acting) appeared on the screen. In the project of filming the films "Silence", "Hostage 3", "Prophet", "All night on the run," "Walk among the graves", "Million ways to lose your head." Looking at Neeson, you understand that he lives his rich inner life, which no adversity can influence.
Actor awards
In the Neeson piggy bank there is an award for the Volpi Cup of the Venice Film Festival for the leading role in the film Michael Collins (1996). He was nominated several times for the Academy Award, MTV, Saturn, Golden Globe, and a prize from the British Academy. In 1999, Queen Elizabeth II of England awarded Neeson the rank of Officer of the Order of the British Empire. For his contribution to art in 2008, the actor received an award from the American Foundation for Ireland.