Scene Stealer Film

"Might I have the pleasure of your name....before I have you run through?" "Course, can't put much stock in a man who spends most part of a conversation talkin' to a bear." "You know what will be said about this in Spain, don't you?" "I collect swords, you see. I take them from the men I've killed." "Childhood's over the moment you know you're gonna die." "You ask God for help and I'll stop the moment he shows up."

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He's a Scene Stealer by nature and

by the quality of his work . . .

It is said that Michael Wincott is an actor who "lives the character" and he himself says, "You have to be careful so you don't make your character dull and predictable. Sometimes you have to bend the script a little." Well, just watch three different movies and you'll see three different characters, but not Michael. He blends in like a chameleon. Mind you, a gorgeous one.

This section of michaelwincott.org is devoted to sharing the "little scene stealer's" best short appearances. Some of these characters may only grace the screen for a scene or two, but you will always remember the performance. Good movies are made even better by his skills. I will add more as I get a chance.

Scaphandre et le papillon, Le (2007)

(The Diving Bell and the Butterfly)

A Fashion Photographer with a rock star flair . . .

Director Julian Schnabel says in the commentary that Michael is like his lucky charm and was the only actor he brought from the US to France to be in his film. The Diving Bell and the Butterfly was nominated for numerous awards as was Schnabel, so Michael must really bring good luck to his multi-talented friend.

Hidden Agenda (1998) *Larry Gleason

US Embassy Consular Affairs Minister with his own agenda . . .