Michelle Pfeiffer (Michelle Marie Pfeiffer) was born on April 29, 1958, in Santa Ana, California, United States.
Film Career. Michelle Pfeiffer is one of Hollywood's most acclaimed and versatile actresses. She began her career as a stage actress before becoming a prominent figure in the film industry.
Iconic Roles. Pfeiffer is known for a series of iconic roles in successful films. Some of her most famous films include "Scarface" (1983), where she starred alongside Al Pacino, "Dangerous Liaisons" (1988), "Batman Returns" (1992) in which she portrayed Catwoman, and "The Fabulous Baker Boys" (1989), which earned her an Oscar nomination.
Versatility. Michelle Pfeiffer is known for her versatility as an actress, capable of portraying a wide range of roles, from dramas to comedies and fantasy films.
Awards and Recognitions. Throughout her career, Pfeiffer has received numerous nominations and awards, including Oscar, Golden Globe, and BAFTA nominations. Her talent and on-screen presence are admired by critics and audiences worldwide.
Personal Life. Michelle Pfeiffer has been married to television producer David E. Kelley since 1993, and the couple has two children. She is also known for her privacy regarding her personal life.
The Hollywood Knights (1980)
Genre: Comedy
- Director: Floyd Mutrux
- Plot: A teen comedy set on Halloween night in 1965.
Falling in Love Again (1980)
- Genre: Comedy, Romance
- Director: Steven Paul
- Plot: A man returns home for his 25th high school reunion and relives memories of his first love.
Charlie Chan and the Curse of the Dragon Queen (1981)
- Genre: Comedy, Mystery
- Director: Clive Donner
- Plot: Charlie Chan must stop a series of murders linked to a curse.
Grease 2 (1982)
- Genre: Comedy, Musical, Romance
- Director: Patricia Birch
- Plot: The sequel to "Grease" follows the romantic and musical adventures of Rydell High students.
Scarface (1983)
- Genre: Crime, Drama
- Director: Brian De Palma
- Plot: The rise and fall of Tony Montana, a Cuban refugee who becomes a powerful drug lord in Miami.
Into the Night (1985)
- Genre: Comedy, Drama, Thriller
- Director: John Landis
- Plot: A dissatisfied man encounters a mysterious woman and finds himself involved in a dangerous adventure.
Ladyhawke (1985)
- Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Romance
- Director: Richard Donner
- Plot: A love story and adventure with a curse that turns two lovers into animals during opposite times of the day.
Sweet Liberty (1986)
- Genre: Comedy
- Director: Alan Alda
- Plot: A professor sees his book on the American Revolution turned into a Hollywood movie.
The Witches of Eastwick (1987)
- Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Horror
- Director: George Miller
- Plot: Three women discover they have magical powers after the arrival of a mysterious man in their town.
Amazon Women on the Moon (1987)
- Genre: Comedy, Sci-Fi
- Director: Various
- Plot: A series of comedic sketches parodying various aspects of TV and movie culture.
Tequila Sunrise (1988)
- Genre: Crime, Drama, Romance
- Director: Robert Towne
- Plot: A love triangle develops between a drug dealer, a narcotics agent, and a beautiful woman.
Dangerous Liaisons (1988)
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Director: Stephen Frears
- Plot: A game of seduction and manipulation among aristocrats in 18th-century France.
The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989)
- Genre: Drama, Music, Romance
- Director: Steve Kloves
- Plot: Two pianist brothers hire a singer to revamp their act, but romantic tension develops.
The Russia House (1990)
- Genre: Drama, Thriller
- Director: Fred Schepisi
- Plot: A British publisher becomes involved in espionage activities in Soviet Russia.
Frankie and Johnny (1991)
- Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Director: Garry Marshall
- Plot: Two cooks in a small New York diner seek love and happiness.
Batman Returns (1992)
- Genre: Action, Fantasy
- Director: Tim Burton
- Plot: Batman faces off against the Penguin and Catwoman while trying to protect Gotham City.
Love Field (1992)
- Genre: Drama
- Director: Jonathan Kaplan
- Plot: A Dallas woman embarks on a journey to attend JFK's funeral and meets an African American man, confronting racial prejudices.
The Age of Innocence (1993)
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Director: Martin Scorsese
- Plot: A New York high society lawyer falls in love with his wife's cousin.
Wolf (1994)
- Genre: Drama, Horror, Romance
- Director: Mike Nichols
- Plot: A publisher turned werewolf tries to adjust to his new life.
Dangerous Minds (1995)
- Genre: Biography, Drama
- Director: John N. Smith
- Plot: A former Marine becomes a teacher in a tough school, using unconventional methods.
Up Close & Personal (1996)
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Director: Jon Avnet
- Plot: The love story between an aspiring journalist and her mentor.
To Gillian on Her 37th Birthday (1996)
- Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Romance
- Director: Michael Pressman
- Plot: A man struggles to overcome his wife's death and improve his relationship with his daughter.
One Fine Day (1996)
- Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Director: Michael Hoffman
- Plot: Two single parents experience a chaotic but romantic day in New York.
A Thousand Acres (1997)
- Genre: Drama
- Director: Jocelyn Moorhouse
- Plot: Three sisters face family issues when their father decides to divide his farm among them.
What Lies Beneath (2000)
- Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
- Director: Robert Zemeckis
- Plot: A woman discovers that supernatural events are manifesting in her home, linked to a dark secret.
I Am Sam (2001)
- Genre: Drama
- Director: Jessie Nelson
- Plot: A man with intellectual disabilities fights to keep custody of his daughter.
White Oleander (2002)
- Genre: Drama
- Director: Peter Kosminsky
- Plot: A girl navigates through a series of foster homes after her mother is imprisoned for murder.
Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas (2003)
- Genre: Adventure, Family
- Directors: Tim Johnson, Patrick Gilmore
- Plot: Sinbad must retrieve the Book of Peace to save his childhood friend from death.
Hairspray (2007)
- Genre: Comedy, Musical, Romance
- Director: Adam Shankman
- Plot: Tracy Turnblad becomes a star on a TV show and fights for racial integration.
Stardust (2007)
- Genre: Adventure, Family, Fantasy
- Director: Matthew Vaughn
- Plot: A young man embarks on an adventure in a magical kingdom to win the heart of his beloved.
Personal Effects (2009)
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Director: David Hollander
- Plot: Two grieving individuals meet and find comfort in each other.
Chéri (2009)
- Genre: Drama, Romance
- Director: Stephen Frears
- Plot: The love story between a retired courtesan and a young man in high society Paris.
New Year's Eve (2011)
- Genre: Comedy, Romance
- Director: Garry Marshall
- Plot: Interwoven stories of various characters in New York on New Year's Eve.
Dark Shadows (2012)
- Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Horror
- Director: Tim Burton
- Plot: An awakened vampire tries to adapt to the modern world and save his family.
People Like Us (2012)
- Genre: Drama
- Director: Alex Kurtzman
- Plot: A man discovers he has a half-sister and tries to connect with her and her son.
The Family (2013)
- Genre: Comedy, Crime, Thriller
- Director: Luc Besson
- Plot: A mafia family moves to France under the witness protection program.
Mother! (2017)
- Genre: Drama, Horror, Mystery
- Director: Darren Aronofsky
- Plot: A couple's life is disrupted by the arrival of unexpected guests in their isolated home.
AWARDS
Academy Awards (Oscars):
- Best Supporting Actress: Nominated for "Dangerous Liaisons" (1988).
- Best Actress: Nominated for "The Fabulous Baker Boys" (1989) and "Love Field" (1992).
Golden Globe Awards:
- Won and received various nominations for her roles in films.
BAFTA Awards:
- Received nominations for "Dangerous Liaisons" and "The Fabulous Baker Boys".
Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAG):
- Received nominations for her performances.
Emmy Awards:
- Nominated for her work in television.
