The best actors/actresses most people can't name - GoFuckYourself.com

Sarah_Jayne · 04-17-2013, 09:27 AM

This is Candyflip's fault from his responses in the Superman thread.

Actors and actresses that you think are really great but most people can't name.

The first to come to my mind is Eddie Marsan. He is in a ton of stuff, is always great but most people don't know his name even if they know his face.

PR_Glen · 04-17-2013, 09:35 AM

sam rockwell and paul giamatti get more recognition these days but they should get more and be in more stuff.

Sid70 · 04-17-2013, 09:38 AM

Looks like one person to me....

newB · 04-17-2013, 09:48 AM

The first that comes to my mind is Andy Serkis, because the roles he is most well known for had him under CGI:
Caesar in Planet of the Apes,
Kong in King Kong, and
Smeagol/Gollum in Lord of the Rings.

The Duck · 04-17-2013, 09:49 AM

What's the name of that chubby redhead extra who's in every single thing, he's great.

Sid70 · 04-17-2013, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by newB

The first that comes to my mind is Andy Serkis, because the roles he is most well known for had him under CGI:
Caesar in Planet of the Apes,
Kong in King Kong, and
Smeagol/Gollum in Lord of the Rings.

Andy Serkis is Gollum ...

but

and

again same face...

Sarah_Jayne · 04-17-2013, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by newB

The first that comes to my mind is Andy Serkis, because the roles he is most well known for had him under CGI:
Caesar in Planet of the Apes,
Kong in King Kong, and
Smeagol/Gollum in Lord of the Rings.

Good call. I forget he isn't the well known over here.

He did a great job in Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll, the Ian Dury biopic. Also, you might have to be British or know your serial killers to appreciate but his portrayal of Ian Brady in the tv movie Longford was pretty special.

Maybe he needs to just keep playing people called Ian.

kane · 04-17-2013, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sid70

Looks like one person to me....

Every time I see a picture of Phillip Seymour Hoffman it reminds me of this clip that Howard Stern likes to play. It was from the red carpet of the Oscars a few year back and someone is interviewing Serena Williams. They ask her who she is looking forward to seeing and who she would like to see win. She says, "I really like Phillip Semen Hoffman."

MaDalton · 04-17-2013, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sarah_Jayne

Good call. I forget he isn't the well known over here.

He did a great job in Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll, the Ian Dury biopic. Also, you might have to be British or know your serial killers to appreciate but his portrayal of Ian Brady in the tv movie Longford was pretty special.

Maybe he needs to just keep playing people called Ian.

did you watch Burke & Hare? very amusing

Manfap · 04-17-2013, 11:41 AM

been in loads of films

NaughtyRob · 04-17-2013, 12:12 PM

John Noble (Walter Bishop from Fringe)

Supz · 04-17-2013, 12:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manfap

been in loads of films

I think everyone knows him.

newB · 04-17-2013, 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NaughtyRob

John Noble (Walter Bishop from Fringe)

Who was also in LOTR.

Manfap · 04-17-2013, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Supz

I think everyone knows him.

true but not his name.
maybe if they´re comic fans, but otherwise.

CDSmith · 04-17-2013, 12:50 PM

Larry Stortch.

bronco67 · 04-17-2013, 12:52 PM

We've all seen Bruce McGill so many times...but who knew his name?

Evil Chris · 04-17-2013, 12:55 PM

Fredo!

Ayla_SquareTurtle · 04-17-2013, 01:06 PM

Melissa Leo. I doubt many knew her name before she won the oscar, and I bet many still could not put her name to her face.

Supz · 04-17-2013, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Evil Chris

Fredo!

you're kidding right?

Supz · 04-17-2013, 02:54 PM

Giancarlo Esposito.

Black Guy, Italian Name (his father was italian), Great Career, Great Actor.

Zyzz · 04-17-2013, 03:00 PM

Peter Stormare

Sarah_Jayne · 04-17-2013, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manfap

been in loads of films

Nice...though, I watch enough stuff with him in it to think everybody knows him.

Cronos is where I really took notice of him.

Evil Chris · 04-17-2013, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Supz

you're kidding right?

No.
I'd wager most people do not know this actor's name but know the handful of great movies we was in before he died.

harvey · 04-17-2013, 04:06 PM

Elias Koteas, Paul Giamatti, James Purefoy and Tommy Flannagan are the first that come to my mind

rogueteens · 04-17-2013, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sarah_Jayne

This is Candyflip's fault from his responses in the Superman thread.

Actors and actresses that you think are really great but most people can't name.

The first to come to my mind is Eddie Marsan. He is in a ton of stuff, is always great but most people don't know his name even if they know his face.

helterskelter808 · 04-17-2013, 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sarah_Jayne

Nice...though, I watch enough stuff with him in it to think everybody knows him.

Cronos is where I really took notice of him.

I also think he's pretty well known now, due to his distinctive looks and probably Hellboy, but until recently I didn't realize he's the guy who played Vincent in the 80s TV show Beauty and the Beast.

John Carroll Lynch is one face I notice in quite a few movies, but couldn't put a name to.

Sarah_Jayne · 04-17-2013, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rogueteens

God, my ex-husband loved that show.

candyflip · 04-17-2013, 05:37 PM

My pick from what I already posted in that thread is obviously Michael Shannon. I think Man of Steel will help him break out and The Iceman will be one that shows he's head and shoulders above most Hollywood stars.

candyflip · 04-17-2013, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Duck

What's the name of that chubby redhead extra who's in every single thing, he's great.

Evil Chris · 04-17-2013, 07:41 PM

I don't know why Paul Giamatti would be in this thread.

He's amazing in anything he's in.

Supz · 04-17-2013, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Evil Chris

No.
I'd wager most people do not know this actor's name but know the handful of great movies we was in before he died.

I guess its possible. But anyone who has any real interest in movies has to know who he is. Although wasnt in many flicks because of his early passing. He was one of the greats. So versitile. I think he already was dying in either godfather 2 or reindeer games. Dont rememer which one but I remember I think Meryl Streep talking a out it. That he was basically dying and acting at the same time. They were dating at the time. Pretty sure it was her.

Ayla_SquareTurtle · 04-17-2013, 08:43 PM

photo reference for my post. (hotlink warning)

Supz · 04-17-2013, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manfap

true but not his name.
maybe if they´re comic fans, but otherwise.

Hes one of the main characters in Son of Anarchy which is one of the biggest shows on TV.

kane · 04-17-2013, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Supz

Giancarlo Esposito.

Black Guy, Italian Name (his father was italian), Great Career, Great Actor.

I was unaware of him until his bone chilling turn as Gun in Breaking Bad. That had me go back and find a few of his other movies to check out. He is good.

Manfap · 04-18-2013, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Supz

Hes one of the main characters in Son of Anarchy which is one of the biggest shows on TV.

Haven´t seen it,
I know people know what he looks like.. but if someone said who´s that I just call him Salvatori from The Name of the Rose. Have no idea what his name is. which is the title of the thread 'actors that people cant name.'

like this bloke

Been in everything, always a gangster or a policeman.. but fuck knows what he´s called.

JesseQuinn · 04-18-2013, 12:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Supz

Giancarlo Esposito.

Black Guy, Italian Name (his father was italian), Great Career, Great Actor.

great choice (loved him in Homicide: Life on the Street when I was a kid)

JesseQuinn · 04-18-2013, 12:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manfap

Haven´t seen it,
I know people know what he looks like.. but if someone said who´s that I just call him Salvatori from The Name of the Rose. Have no idea what his name is. which is the title of the thread 'actors that people cant name.'

like this bloke

Been in everything, always a gangster or a policeman.. but fuck knows what he´s called.

Luis Guzman
he was great in Oz

Supz · 04-18-2013, 12:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manfap

Haven´t seen it,
I know people know what he looks like.. but if someone said who´s that I just call him Salvatori from The Name of the Rose. Have no idea what his name is. which is the title of the thread 'actors that people cant name.'

like this bloke

Been in everything, always a gangster or a policeman.. but fuck knows what he´s called.

Luis Guzman. This dudes in everything.

edit: sorry just saw the above post.

He was good in OZ, as well as Carlito's Way and a million other things. Love this guy.

Klen · 04-18-2013, 02:43 AM

There is a dude similar in face with John Malcovich but have no clue what his name is.Was a opposing cop boss in super troopers

Sarah_Jayne · 04-18-2013, 12:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manfap

Haven´t seen it,
I know people know what he looks like.. but if someone said who´s that I just call him Salvatori from The Name of the Rose. Have no idea what his name is. which is the title of the thread 'actors that people cant name.'

like this bloke

Been in everything, always a gangster or a policeman.. but fuck knows what he´s called.

Right? He has been in everything for pretty much forever too but I have no idea what his name is until you post it.

Paul · 04-18-2013, 01:05 PM

Michael Kelly - Finally starting to get the roles his talent deserves

John-ACWM · 04-19-2013, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sid70

Looks like one person to me....

Hoffman and Giamatti are great!

PR_Glen · 04-19-2013, 12:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Evil Chris

I don't know why Paul Giamatti would be in this thread.

He's amazing in anything he's in.

because nobody knows who he is practically...

unlike your contrived selection of someone who fluked out and appeared in some big films out of mere coincidence before he died? The guy wasn't bad, but he played the same guy every time, not exactly talent..

Talia shire second on your list?

CDSmith · 04-19-2013, 02:40 PM

This guy utterly epitomizes the category of great actors who are in everything but most people can't name...

Instantly recognizable, but most people couldn't name him to save their lives.

For the record his name is Danny Trejo. Had to look it up or wouldn't have been able to tell you that.

He's literally been in everything and has one of the longest IMDB pages I've ever seen.

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001803/ -- his post and pre-production list alone is impressive.

Sarah_Jayne · 04-23-2013, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CDSmith

This guy utterly epitomizes the category of great actors who are in everything but most people can't name...

Instantly recognizable, but most people couldn't name him to save their lives.

For the record his name is Danny Trejo. Had to look it up or wouldn't have been able to tell you that.

He's literally been in everything and has one of the longest IMDB pages I've ever seen.

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001803/ -- his post and pre-production list alone is impressive.

Yeah, I almost can't remember him not being in things.

Some Guy · 04-23-2013, 01:56 PM

John Turturro is a guy who's been in a ton of stuff but most people couldn't spit out his name if they had a gun to their head. He's a great actor, too.

(This is a cool thread.)

ilnjscb · 04-23-2013, 02:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Some Guy

John Turturro is a guy who's been in a ton of stuff but most people couldn't spit out his name if they had a gun to their head. He's a great actor, too.

(This is a cool thread.)

I would say he's a little more famous than that. Once you've seen Miller's Crossing you'll never forget his acting. Also, Nobody Fucks wit de Jesus!

ilnjscb · 04-23-2013, 02:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zyzz

Peter Stormare

This guy is hilarious - Hello, John....John, Hello

BlackCrayon · 04-23-2013, 02:13 PM

i wouldn't say best but he's in a lot of stuff

John C. McGinley

_Richard_ · 04-23-2013, 02:15 PM

are movie stars.. becoming 'not' movie stars?

what new guys/girls are coming out that.. matter at all?

04-17-2013, 09:27 AM	#1
Sarah_Jayne Now with more Jayne Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 40,077	The best actors/actresses most people can't name This is Candyflip's fault from his responses in the Superman thread. Actors and actresses that you think are really great but most people can't name. The first to come to my mind is Eddie Marsan. He is in a ton of stuff, is always great but most people don't know his name even if they know his face. Last edited by Sarah_Jayne; 04-17-2013 at 09:37 AM..

04-17-2013, 09:35 AM	#2
PR_Glen Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 9,058	sam rockwell and paul giamatti get more recognition these days but they should get more and be in more stuff. __________________ webmaster at pimproll dot com

04-17-2013, 09:38 AM	#3
Sid70 Downshifter Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Road trip Posts: 16,413	Looks like one person to me.... __________________ Русня, идите нахуй!

04-17-2013, 09:48 AM	#4
newB Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Somewhere between reality and total ape-shit bonkers. Posts: 2,870	The first that comes to my mind is Andy Serkis, because the roles he is most well known for had him under CGI: Caesar in Planet of the Apes, Kong in King Kong, and Smeagol/Gollum in Lord of the Rings. __________________ The best Adult Affiliate Programs reviewed and indexed by niche and feature. Easily find the sponsors that suit your needs.

04-17-2013, 09:49 AM	#5
The Duck Adult Content Provider Industry Role: Join Date: May 2005 Location: Europe Posts: 18,243	What's the name of that chubby redhead extra who's in every single thing, he's great. __________________ Skype Horusmaia ICQ 41555245 Email [email protected]

04-17-2013, 11:41 AM	#10
Manfap Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 2,620	been in loads of films

04-17-2013, 12:12 PM	#11
NaughtyRob Two fresh affiliate progs Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Inside teen pussy Posts: 29,602	John Noble (Walter Bishop from Fringe) __________________ [email protected] Skype: 17026955414 Vacares Web Hosting - Protect Your Ass with Included Daily Backups

04-17-2013, 12:50 PM	#15
CDSmith Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: May 2001 Location: My network is hosted at TECHIEMEDIA.net ...Wait, you meant where am I located at? Oh... okay, I'm in Winnipeg, Canada. Oops. :) Posts: 51,460	Larry Stortch. __________________ *Promote Wildmatch, ImLive, Sexier.com, and more!!* ALWAYS THE HIGHEST PAYOUTS: Big Bux/ImLive SIGNUP ON NOW!!! Put some PUSSYCA$H in your pocket. ICQ me at: 31024634

04-17-2013, 12:52 PM	#16
bronco67 Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 29,032	We've all seen Bruce McGill so many times...but who knew his name? __________________

04-17-2013, 12:55 PM	#17
Evil Chris OG Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: 3rd from the Sun Posts: 13,233	Fredo! __________________ It PAYZE to post on GFY chris at payze.com \| Skype chriswrp

04-17-2013, 01:06 PM	#18
Ayla_SquareTurtle Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: 5000 full paysite reviews and counting Posts: 3,550	Melissa Leo. I doubt many knew her name before she won the oscar, and I bet many still could not put her name to her face. __________________ gone. long gone. aylasquareturtle .."a"t".. gmail dawt com

04-17-2013, 02:54 PM	#20
Supz Arthur Flegenheimer Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New York City Posts: 11,056	Giancarlo Esposito. Black Guy, Italian Name (his father was italian), Great Career, Great Actor.

04-17-2013, 03:00 PM	#21
Zyzz So Fucking Banned! Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Fuuuaark Posts: 5,223	Peter Stormare

04-17-2013, 04:06 PM	#24
harvey Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: 127.0.0.1 Posts: 9,266	Elias Koteas, Paul Giamatti, James Purefoy and Tommy Flannagan are the first that come to my mind __________________ This post is endorsed by CIA, KGB, MI6, the Mafia, Illuminati, Kim Jong Il, Worldwide Ninjas Association, Klingon Empire and lolcats. Don't mess around with it, just accept it and embrace the truth

04-17-2013, 05:37 PM	#28
candyflip Carpe Visio Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: New York Posts: 43,058	My pick from what I already posted in that thread is obviously Michael Shannon. I think Man of Steel will help him break out and The Iceman will be one that shows he's head and shoulders above most Hollywood stars. __________________ Spend you some brain. Email Me

04-17-2013, 07:41 PM	#30
Evil Chris OG Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: 3rd from the Sun Posts: 13,233	I don't know why Paul Giamatti would be in this thread. He's amazing in anything he's in. __________________ It PAYZE to post on GFY chris at payze.com \| Skype chriswrp

04-17-2013, 08:43 PM	#32
Ayla_SquareTurtle Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: 5000 full paysite reviews and counting Posts: 3,550	photo reference for my post. (hotlink warning) __________________ gone. long gone. aylasquareturtle .."a"t".. gmail dawt com

04-18-2013, 02:43 AM	#39
Klen Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Little Vienna Posts: 32,235	There is a dude similar in face with John Malcovich but have no clue what his name is.Was a opposing cop boss in super troopers

04-18-2013, 01:05 PM	#41
Paul Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 2,637	Michael Kelly - Finally starting to get the roles his talent deserves

04-19-2013, 02:40 PM	#44
CDSmith Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: May 2001 Location: My network is hosted at TECHIEMEDIA.net ...Wait, you meant where am I located at? Oh... okay, I'm in Winnipeg, Canada. Oops. :) Posts: 51,460	This guy utterly epitomizes the category of great actors who are in everything but most people can't name... Instantly recognizable, but most people couldn't name him to save their lives. For the record his name is Danny Trejo. Had to look it up or wouldn't have been able to tell you that. He's literally been in everything and has one of the longest IMDB pages I've ever seen. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001803/ -- his post and pre-production list alone is impressive. __________________ *Promote Wildmatch, ImLive, Sexier.com, and more!!* ALWAYS THE HIGHEST PAYOUTS: Big Bux/ImLive SIGNUP ON NOW!!! Put some PUSSYCA$H in your pocket. ICQ me at: 31024634

04-23-2013, 01:56 PM	#46
Some Guy Affordable Content! Industry Role: Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Tucson, Arizona Posts: 1,750	John Turturro is a guy who's been in a ton of stuff but most people couldn't spit out his name if they had a gun to their head. He's a great actor, too. (This is a cool thread.) __________________ Need a Cheap Design? - Cheap Quality Content Available! Fuck you Michelle Malkin and Fox News

04-23-2013, 02:13 PM	#49
BlackCrayon Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Ottawa Posts: 19,631	i wouldn't say best but he's in a lot of stuff John C. McGinley __________________ you don't know you're wearing a leash if you sit by the peg all day..

04-23-2013, 02:15 PM	#50
_Richard_ Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Vancouver Posts: 30,985	are movie stars.. becoming 'not' movie stars? what new guys/girls are coming out that.. matter at all?