De sus inicios hasta sus prximos proyectos. Retcons often open up plot holes that werent there to begin with., A post shared by Samuel L Jackson (@samuelljackson). [72] In the thriller Twisted, Jackson played a mentor to Ashley Judd. [67][68] In 2003, Jackson again worked with John Travolta in Basic and then as a police sergeant alongside Colin Farrell in the television show remake SWAT[69][70] A song within the soundtrack was named after him, entitled Sammy L. Jackson by Hot Action Cop. Born in Washington, D.C.,he was a student. The hard-partying actor realized he had to change his ways whenhis wife and daughter found him lying on the kitchen floor, completely passed out. [10][11] He grew up in Chattanooga, Tennessee. We all thought it was probably going to be something physical, even though the National Guard was there." "[84] Jackson also returned for two sequels: XXX: State of the Union, this time commanding Ice Cube, and the final Star Wars prequel film, Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith. [153][154] He poked fun at his baldness the first time he appeared bald on The Tonight Show, explaining that he had to shave his head for one role, but then kept receiving more and more bald roles and had to keep shaving his head so that wigs could be made for him. [7][8] Jackson has provided his voice for several animated films, documentaries, television series, and video games, including Lucius Best / Frozone in the Pixar films The Incredibles (2004) and Incredibles 2 (2018). "We were like, 'What war?' "I've apologized to both. The tough guy actor got hooked on the game when he got clean, and playing regularly has helped him stay that way. [16] He attended several segregated schools[17] and graduated from Riverside High School in Chattanooga. According to Nerdist, the original comic book incarnation of Fury lost his eye due to a battlefield encounter with a piece of grenade shrapnel. His dad left when he was still in diapers, though he's never been one to complain about it. Entertainment Weekly reported on one instance where Samuel L. Jackson himself took Marvel Studios to task for getting his characters eye patch wrong on a movie poster. Worst - Jumper. His collaborations with Spike Lee led to greater prominence with films such as School Daze (1988), Do the Right Thing (1989), Mo' Better Blues (1990), Jungle Fever (1991), Oldboy (2013), and Chi-Raq (2015). About 43 minutes into the film, a glimpse at Nick Furys ID reveals hes at a point in his career when he only has Level 3 security clearance, as opposed to the Level 10 clearance he is shown to have during the events of Captain America: The Winter Soldier in his capacity as Director. He's known for having appeared in a number of big-budget films, including Die Hard with a Vengeance (1995), A Time to Kill (1996), The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996), The Negotiator (1997), Deep Blue Sea (1999), Unbreakable (2000), Shaft (2000) and its reboot (2019), XXX (2002), S.W.A.T. Samuel L. Jackson in Deep Blue Sea. Fury has the appearance of a strong leader and a straightforward character, being known as a . The actor happened to be in a show that was playing at a theater near his paternal grandmother's home and decided he wanted to meet her. And that meant, going in, that Captain Marvel could potentially show us how Nick Fury lost his eye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. "When a kid couldn't answer a question in her class she would go, 'Sam' and I would answer the question, and then I would have to fight all lunch time, because all the fourth graders would go, 'Oh, you think you're smart,'"he recalled. Happiness, Money Can't Buy Happiness. From his complicated childhood in segregated Tennessee and his early struggles with drug addiction to the unforgiving disease that's been plaguing his family for years, this is the tragic, real-life story of Samuel L. Jackson. As part of the campaign, he recited various fan-written monologues and a popular scene from the AMC series Breaking Bad. In 2019, Jackson reprised his Unbreakable role as Mr. Glass in the film Glass, and his Shaft role in Shaft, both sequels to his 2000 films. The dialogue in Captain America: The Winter Soldier does not explicitly state what year either the Bogot incident, or Furys swearing in, took place. One of the most widely recognized actors of his generation, the films in which he has appeared have collectively grossed over $27 billion worldwide, making him the second highest-grossing actor of all time. Or, maybe he just knows better than to let an alien with an infinity stone inside its physics defying stomach out of his sight. Along with Dwayne Johnson, he also encouraged those who had recovered from COVID-19 to donate their blood to help others fighting the virus. Meaning the Bogota mission was in late 92 and Fury was promoted to Director sometime in 97. "[172][173] At the 12th Annual Governors Awards, friend and actor Denzel Washington presented Jackson with his Oscar.[174]. Speaking to Golf Digest, the actor revealed that used to take hislightsaberonto the green while filming Star Wars: Episode II. [131] He voiced the main antagonist, Officer Frank Tenpenny, in the video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. "I was in the theater, the revolution. [129][130] He was in the Pilot for Ghostwriter. "[159] He also said, "I voted for Barack because he was black. ng tng c mt s vai din nh trong phim Goodfellas trc khi gp "ngi thy" ca mnh l Morgan Freeman v o din Spike Lee.Sau khi ginh c li khen ngi cho vai din trong Jungle Fever . Entertainment Weekly wrote: "As superb as Travolta, Willis, and Keitel are, the actor who reigns over Pulp Fiction is Samuel L. Jackson. Samuel L. Jackson: How I Became an Usher at Martin Luther King Jr.'s Funeral (Guest Column) On the 50th anniversary of the civil rights leader's assassination, the actor recalls how the tragedy . [140], Throughout the 1990s, A.C. Neilson E.C.I., a box officetracking company, determined that Jackson appeared in more films than any other actor who grossed $1.7billion domestically. In the pages of Battle Scars, some bad guys who want to get to Nick Fury capture Nick Fury, Jr. and cut out his eye. [97] Also in 2007, he portrayed a blues player who imprisons a young woman (Christina Ricci) addicted to sex in Black Snake Moan, and the horror film 1408, an adaptation of the Stephen King short story. He also gained widespread recognition as the Jedi Mace Windu in the Star Wars prequel trilogy (19992005), later voicing the role in the animated film Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008) and the video game Lego Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2011). [a] The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences gave him an Academy Honorary Award in 2022 as "A cultural icon whose dynamic work has resonated across genres and generations and audiences worldwide".[4][5][6]. Roger "Flock of Seagulls" - Shot in the chest by Jules Winnfield. He is widely known for his roles in critically acclaimed 1990s movies such as Jungle Fever (1991), Patriot Games (1992), Amos & Andrew (1993), True Romance (1993), Jurassic Park (1993), and Pulp Fiction (1994). [139] Jackson released a song about social justice with KRS-One, Sticky Fingaz, Mad Lion & Talib Kweli about violence in America called "I Can't Breathe" which were the last words said by Eric Garner. "It was fine," he said whenThe Telegraphbroached the subject during a 2012 interview. He also originated the role of Boy Willie in August Wilson's The Piano Lesson in 1987 at the Yale Repertory Theatre. Speaking toThe Guardianthree years earlier, Jackson revealed that he only saw his father (who would go on to die of alcoholism) on two occasions. However, given Furys track record (Colonel in the Army and his espionage work in the CIA) and given that he was directly promoted by Pierce (who was impressed by Fury, and Fury saved his daughter), I dont think this is unreasonable to believe., This timeline would still have Fury becoming director in 1997, two years after fans know he lost his eye during the events of Captain Marvel. Then it's Danny Glover, Forest Whitaker, and Wesley Snipes. In a 2005 Parade interview, he said, "I was angry about the assassination, but I wasn't shocked by it. If youre a cat owner, you know that even the most loving feline friend will lash out if they dont like the way youre handling them at that moment, and thats kind of what happens to Fury. "The cocaine was cooked but I'd never smoked it," Jackson said. [11][13][15] According to DNA tests, Jackson partially descends from the Benga people of Gabon, and he became a naturalized citizen of Gabon in 2019. [141] By 2011, the films that featured Jackson as a leading actor or supporting co-star had grossed a total of $2.81[142] to $4.91billion[143] at the North American box office. Yearly doses of the Infinity Formula, a diluted version of the Infinity Elixir, which was developed by Sir Isaac Newton to give Nostradamus immortality. "She forced me to do a lot of things that I didn't want to do when I was a kid," the actor said during an appearance onLive with Kelly and Michael. "I sit at home and read books I'm not a big party guy." Samuel L. Jackson; entertainment news; new movie news; . He is noted for often wearing a Kangol hat in public. "Sometimes there's no better word than 'motherf*****' to describe someone or a situation. In 2002, Jackson gave his consent for Marvel Comics to design their "Ultimate" version of the character Nick Fury after his likeness. I had to sometimes not make direct eye contact." - Samuel L. Jackson 2. Samuel L. Jackson was charged witha second-degree felony for his part in the Morehouse hostage situation, but he was apparently already known to the authorities at this stage. "I was not affectionate, I was not associative, and I was kind of crazyin a way that I regret," he said of his relationship with LaTanya and their daughter, Zoe. Samuel Leroy Jackson (fdt 21. december 1948) er en amerikansk skuespiller. Unnamed Man - Shot to death by Jules Winnfield and Vincent Vega. I got in the car and she drove me to the airport and said, 'Get on this plane, do not get off. He would later return to the college to earn a BA in drama in 1972. Still, the vast majority of faces up on the big screen were white. [27], After a 1981 performance in the play A Soldier's Play, Jackson was introduced to director Spike Lee, who cast him for small roles in School Daze (1988) and Do the Right Thing (1989). ET on Wednesday (February 22, 2023), our beloved actor Samuel L. Jackson passed away. This may explain the in-universe reason other characters might assume Furys eye is missing, as opposed to being intact but badly damaged. Richardson studied at Spelman, the women-only college affiliated with Morehouse. Samuel L. Jackson has been a part of the MCU from the beginning, appearing in an "Iron Man" scene that foreshadowed the creation of the Avengers. station in Bogot. Samuel L. Jackson Jokingly Confirms Several Internet Rumors About Himself The 73-year-old actor tackled some of the various rumors from his golf game to his acting style during a segment. In that same scene, Fury refuses to either confirm or deny the rumor that the Kree burned out his eye when speaking with Coulson. Samuel L. Jackson, one of the highest-paid and most successful actors in Hollywood, took to social media recently to share a sweet picture of himself with his only daughter, Zoe Jackson. [21] Before graduating in 1972, he co-founded the Just Us Theatre. This series of events left fans wondering which came first: the swearing-in photo where Fury has both eyes, or the incident with the Flerken? Samuel L. Jackson. Samuel L. Jackson was charged with a second-degree felony for his part in the Morehouse hostage situation, but he was apparently already known to the authorities at this stage. I'll talk to you when you get to your aunt's in L.A.'" Jackson still lives in California; he and his wife reside in Beverly Hills. ), Busta Rhymes (Shaft), Eve (xXx), Ice Cube (xXx: State of the Union), Xzibit (xXx: State of the Union), David Banner (Black Snake Moan), and 50 Cent (Home of the Brave). [24] However, before he could become involved with any significant armed confrontations, his mother sent him to Los Angeles after the FBI warned her that he would die within a year if he remained with the group. 10 questions we have about Captain Marvel, 5 comics to read now that youve seen Captain Marvel, Captain Marvel is all about the Kree-Skrull War heres how it started, This is what Captain Marvels Supreme Intelligence looks like in the comics, Its a cat its a flerken its a cat its a flerken its a cat its a fl-. "It's a very interesting place, a very cool place, a very mysterious place," Jackson told theSoutheast Asia Globe (viaSaigoneer). "I was reading by the time I was, like, two." Another reason Samuel L. Jackson isn't too keen on nude scenes is that he got an injury while filming. The same happened with Jackson's mother soon after she was diagnosed. [18], Jackson played a minor role in the 1990 Martin Scorsese film Goodfellas, as real-life Mafia associate Stacks Edwards. "[42] For the Academy Awards, Miramax Films pushed for, and received, the Best Supporting Actor nomination for Jackson. A narration box in the next panel states that Fury served the rest of the war with his eyesight intact, adopting his eyepatch in 1963 which explains why hes wearing one in his contemporary adventures. He sustained a torn ACL one of the more painful, difficult knee injuries to recover from and significant cartilage damage. Samuel L. Jackson People know about the Klan and the overt racism, but the killing of one's soul little by little, day after day, is a lot worse than someone coming in your house and lynching you. [106][107] Alongside Dwayne Johnson, Jackson again portrayed a police officer in the opening scenes of the comedy The Other Guys. The 2017 movieKong: Skull Islandwas filmed in a number of different locations along the country's rugged northern coastline. 1997. The actor became staunchly "anti-war" after his cousin's death, which "radicalized" him against the establishment. By the time I was out of rehab, about a week or so later I was on set and we were ready to start shooting. He also received Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, and Screen Actors Guild Award nominations for the performance as well. And You Will Know My Name Is The Lord When I Lay My Vengeance . News Briefs: Ah-nuld Reveals 'Terminator' Title; Sam L. Jackson May Play the Black Phantom. The short answer is, he caught a Nazi grenade, but didnt throw it away fast enough to evade the blast. newsletter, Destiny 2 power level guide, all caps and Powerful and Pinnacle gear sources explained, The best way to increase your Power level in Destiny 2s new Lightfall expansion, Marvel still doesnt know what to do with its most popular hero, Spider-Man, Spider-Man endures, almost in spite of many Spider-Man stories, Where to buy the Pokmon Go Plus Plus device, The new Pokmon Go sleep-tracking multitool will start shipping July 14, The official BTS Lego set is now available, I have never found myself so inexplicably attracted to a set of Lego Minifigs, Sign up for the Year: Title: Role: . At the 48th Berlin International Film Festival, he received Silver Bear for Best Actor for his leading performance in Tarantino's Jackie Brown (1997). He reprised both of the latter roles in 2019, his Unbreakable character Mr. Glass in Glass and Shaft in another film titled Shaft. 48 Copy quote. Oscars to give Samuel L. Jackson and Danny Glover honorary awards June 24, 2021 | 2:59pm [80], In 2005, he starred in the sports drama Coach Carter, where he played a coach (based on the actual coach Ken Carter) dedicated to teaching his players that education is more important than basketball. On December 14, 1988, Jackson was riding the subway, just like he did most days. [136] He also recorded the Audible.com audiobook of Go the Fuck to Sleep. While Captain Marvel and Nick Fury investigate the mysterious Project P.E.G.A.S.U.S., the duo encounters what appears to be a cat. [153] He usually gets to pick his own hairstyles for each character he portrays. The 72-year-old veteran actor who celebrated his birthday on December 21, reposted Zoe's birthday tribute for him on Instagram Story , as he reciprocated her . For the record, the correct eye is Furys left one. This would mean that Fury jumped from a level 3 agent straight to Director within the span 2 years. Samuel Leroy Jackson (born December 21, 1948) is an American actor and producer. Fury Of The Gods' Stunt Injury & Her Limited Conception Of What DC Superhero Pic Is About. [122], In 2020, he appeared in the television documentary series Enslaved. [148] Jackson has said that he watches his own films in cinemas: "Even during my theater years, I wished I could watch the plays I was inwhile I was in them! Anyone can grow up to be a president. He also appeared in the Capital One cash-back credit card commercials. Samuel L. Jackson. The upcoming Captain Marvel takes place in the past, and promos have shown a . Eve's Bayou. Jackson was offered the role of Windu after he announced on a radio program that he was a fan of the films. That photo can be seen in clip below, around the 25-second mark. It's been reported that Jackson was a member of the Black Panthers, the radical group that sought to arm and educate African Americans in the late '60s. Nick Fury has an iconic look, as he is rarely. Edna's influence helped Jackson stand apart from his peers at a young age, but being the clever one didn't exactly make him popular with the other kids. [110] In the 2008 film Iron Man, he made a cameo as the character in a post-credit scene. WIN A TRIP + OFFER. "I came to a realization that we were being groomed to be something that I didn't necessarily want to be." Is Coulson a Skrull? "You're going to have to turn to somebody, something because men, they are different. [18] Jackson began acting on the stage, including Home and A Soldier's Play, which was the inspiration for the 1984 film, A Soldier's Story. Jackson then checked into rehab. [167] He had largely abandoned the diet by March 2017, but still praised and recommended it. The 2009 edition of The Guinness World Records, which uses a different calculation to determine film grosses, stated that Jackson is the world's highest-grossing actor, with $7.42billion generated across 68 films. While this is not explicitly stated in the dialogue, the position of Furys hand indicates the photo is from Furys swearing-in ceremony as Director of SHIELD. On December 2, 2006, Jackson won the German Bambi Award for International Film, based on his many film contributions. There was the world of my house and community, but to make my way in that white world I had to modify the way I spoke and acted. Would love your thoughts, please comment. He has been acting for 47 years and has starred in nearly 150 films. One Mens Health writer suggested that while in-universe explanations like glass eyes could explain Furys appearance in the swearing-in photograph, the real reason for the discrepancy is probably much more simple. The first photo is the undated swearing-in photo discussed above, while another photo seen briefly in a different scene from the film is marked with a date in 1992. By submitting your email, you agree to our, Sign up for the 13 of the Most Epic Samuel L. Jackson Deaths - YouTube 0:00 2:34 13 of the Most Epic Samuel L. Jackson Deaths 4,527 views Aug 6, 2018 13 of the Most Epic Samuel L. Jackson Deaths Here are. Samuel L. Jackson may not be banned from "Saturday Night Live" after all. "It was spontaneous on how I discovered it it was the word that hit me, and the word that kind of helped me stop stuttering with the d-d-d's and b-b-b's. [25][33] Throughout his early film career, mainly in minimal roles in films such as Coming to America (1988) and various television films, Jackson was mentored by Morgan Freeman. One of the most widely recognized actors of his generation, the films in which he has appeared have collectively grossed over $27 billion worldwide, making him the second highest-grossing actor of all time. ", "Samuel L. Jackson, Joan Cusack & Bradley Whitford Join Brie Larson's 'Unicorn Store', "Samuel L. Jackson, Joan Cusack, Bradley Whitford Join Brie Larson's 'Unicorn Store', "Canadian director and Samuel L. 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[108] Additionally, Jackson has appeared in five films with actor Bruce Willis (National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1, Pulp Fiction, Die Hard with a Vengeance, Unbreakable, and Glass) and the actors were slated to work together in Black Water Transit before both dropped out.[109]. Here's why he wears the eye patch. But at that point, Furys eye was still mostly untreated, and an army doctor gave him a difficult, narratively convenient choice: Undergo crucial surgery to repair his eye and be out of action for a year or accept that he would eventually lose all sight in that eye later in life. Jackson met him only twice during his life. [59], On June 13, 2000, Jackson was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 7018 Hollywood Blvd. One fan theory, made popular on Reddit, offers a potential explanation for why Nick Fury kept his bad eye. He then moved on to two other comedies: National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1 (his first starring role) and Amos & Andrew. . He still has days where he stutters. In 2019, Jackson became the new face of Alzheimer's Research UK's #ShareTheOrange campaign, which aims to debunk the idea that dementia is simply a normal part of growing old. The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Samuel L. Jackson. [82][83] Bob Townsend of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution commended Jackson's performance, "He takes what could have been a cardboard clich role and puts flesh on it with his flamboyant intelligence. It might seem anti-climactic, but this reason also deftly explains why nobody in the modern MCU knows how Fury lost his eye. Please show your sympathy and condolences by commenting on and liking this page. "When I did see Sidney Poitier or Harry Belafonte [onscreen], I often questioned my mama about why he died all the time. In addition to films, Jackson also appeared in several television shows, a video game, music videos, as well as audiobooks. Throughout Jackson's career, he has appeared in many films alongside mainstream rappers. Oh, and that includes hardcore porn. That version of Nick Fury no longer exists, after the shuttering of the Ultimate Marvel setting, but the main Marvel Universe still found a way to introduce a similar character to its main setting. To some viewers, theres an apparent discord between the information presented in Captain America: The Winter Soldier, and how Furys on-screen eye attack played out in Captain Marvel. [149] In 2009, they started their own charity to help support education. After a movies worth of loyalty, Goose the Flerken gets a little tired of being held up by the armpits without anyone supporting her butt or back legs wouldnt we all? READ NEXT: Whats the Deal With Benedict Cumberbatchs Eyes? [50], Quickly becoming a box office star, Jackson continued with three starring roles in 1997. Samuel L. Jackson I voted for Barack because he was black. [27] While he was suspended, he took a job as a social worker in Los Angeles. He still uses the word "motherfucker" to get through a speech block. In 2013, the actor and producer joked that a shoulder injury that he sustained while. "There was no way I thought of him as my father," he said. So how did Nick Fury lose his eye? Samuel Leroy Jackson (engelskt uttal: [smjul li dksn]), fdd 21 december 1948 i Washington, D.C., r en amerikansk skdespelare och producent.. Jackson blev knd i brjan av 1990-talet efter ett flertal kritikerrosande framfranden och har sedan dess blivit en stor filmstjrna och kulturikon och medverkat i flera vinstinbringande filmer. But now we have a representative the American Dream is a reality. I got it, at that point. "For me, everything was very separate," he recalled. He's known for his extensive voice roles including Whiplash in Turbo (2013), the title character of the anime series Afro Samurai (2007), and Frank Tenpenny in the video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (2004). Samuel L. Jackson questioned podcaster Joe Rogan's claim. Fury tells Alexander Pierce that If you wanna stay ahead of me, Mr. Secretary, you need to keep both eyes open. After making that declaration, Fury reveals his damaged eye to the computer interface, and scans his bad eye to remove the encryption safeguards that help the heroes win the day. But he shouldn't have said it," said Jackson. Starring: Tom Holland, Samuel L. Jackson, Jake Gyllenhaal, Marisa Tomei Directed By: Jon Watts Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) 90% #10 Critics Consensus: Suspenseful and. [138] He also played Nick Fury in an ad for the video game Marvel Snap. Jackson had a small part in the Public Enemy music video for "911 Is a Joke". [57][58] In an interview, Jackson claimed that he did not have a chance to read the script for the film and did not learn he was playing the character Mace Windu until he was fitted for his costume (though he later said that he was eager to accept any role, just for the chance to be a part of the Star Wars saga). The character has appeared in multiple Marvel films over the years, including Captain America: The Winter Soldier, which introduced Sam Wilson as Falcon. New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Supporting Actor. If you watch enough movies, you're bound to spot Samuel L. Jackson.The 71-year-old star (he'll turn 72 on December 21, 2020) is one of the most prolific actors in Hollywood, appearing in Oscar . The actor's family has been decimated by Alzheimer's disease over the years, something he discussed during a 2019 interview withEvening Standard. [88] In an interview that year, he said that he chooses roles that are "exciting to watch" and have an "interesting character inside of a story", and that in his roles he wanted to "do things [he hasn't] done, things [he] saw as a kid and wanted to do and now [has] an opportunity to do". In the Marvel Studios films, Nick Fury is played by actor Samuel L. Jackson. Casting black actors is still strange for Hollywood. He's managed to stay on the straight and narrow ever since and he thanks golf for that. [103][104] In 2009, he again worked with Quentin Tarantino when he narrated several scenes in the World War II film Inglourious Basterds.[105]. Combined, they've generated over $13 billion at the worldwide box office, more than any other actor in history, according to aBox Office Mojo study (via The Hollywood Reporter). He had already proven that he wasn't afraid to go up against the authorities, but Jackson just couldn't say no to his mother. Whats the Deal With Benedict Cumberbatchs Eyes. And, according to Jackson, he has a clause written into his movie contracts that allows him time off to play twice a week, and he's been known to combine a round with his rehearsals, too. It's been. "That was the first time [my wife] LaTanya realized I was doing something that was greater than just smoking weed and drinking." Jackson early film roles include Coming to America (1988), Goodfellas (1990), Patriot Games (1992), Juice (1992), True Romance (1993), and Jurassic Park (1993), Menace II Society (1993), and Fresh (1994). 'Cuz that's why other folks vote for other people - because they look like them. If my answers frighten you then you should cease asking scary questions. Samuel L. Jackson, LaTanya Richardson Jackson, John David Washington and more gathered at the Barrymore Theater with pepperoni pies and paper cups. Won. " Samuel L. Jackson was born on December 21, 1948 in Washington, D.C.. "It is something I can do that occupies time I would otherwise have spent doing very destructive things," he told The Independent. Brett - Shot to death by Jules Winnfield and Vincent Vega. "She was a performing arts teacher and never had enough boys for the parts so she would get me to perform," he toldThe Guardian. When Jackson returned to Atlanta, he was asked toserve as an usher at King's funeral, which began at theEbenezer Baptist Church and ended on the Morehouse campus. "[36] His performance was so acclaimed that the jury of 1991 Cannes Film Festival added a special "Supporting Actor" award just for him. It was during this time in Bogot that Fury impressed Pierce, ultimately leading to Fury being offered the role of director. A weekly roundup of the best things from Polygon. [102] In 2008, he portrayed the villain in The Spirit, which was poorly received by critics and the box office. Samuel L. 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