CHARLIE SHEEN (James Russell) is one of Hollywoodís most
recognizable young film actors having starred in more than 35 motion pictures,
including two Academy Award-winning films, while working with such directors
as John Milius, John Hughes, Oliver Stone, Dennis Hopper, John Sayles and
Clint Eastwood.
He was catapulted to fame in Oliver Stoneís 1986 Oscar-winning film
Platoon, starring as the unforgettable young recruit Chris Taylor. The following
year, he starred in another Academy Award winner from director Stone, in
the role of young stockbroker Bud Fox who is seduced by greed in Wall Street.
In 1990, Sheen starred in Navy Seals, Men At Work, The Rookie and Cadence
-- four films which showcased his varied range of talent. He has also starred
in such notable motion pictures as Red Dawn, Lucas, Ferris Buellerís
Day Off, Eight Men Out, Young Guns, Major League and Major League 2, Hot
Shots! and Hot Shots! Part Deux, The Three Musketeers and The Chase.
Sheen most recently starred in the suspense thrillers The Shadow Conspiracy,
The Arrival and the sky-diving adventure Terminal Velocity. In addition
to his feature film work, he starred in the acclaimed motion picture for
television "Silence of the Heart," about teenage suicide, and
he appeared in one of Steven Spielbergís "Amazing Stories.
He made his acting debut at the age of nine in the television movie "The
Execution of Private Slovak," co-starring with his father, award-winning
actor Martin Sheen.
CHRIS TUCKER (Franklin Hatchett), who delivers his break-out performance
in Money Talks, most recently starred opposite Bruce Willis and Gary Oldman
in the hit film The Fifth Element, directed by Luc Besson.
Last year, he starred as Skip in the dramatic post-Vietnam saga Dead Presidents
for directors Allen and Albert Hughes. He also starred as Smokey in the
hit comedy Friday, opposite Ice Cube. Other feature credits include a brief
but memorable role as Johnny Booze in House Party III.
He has appeared twice on HBOís "Def Comedy Jam" and was
part of the "Def Jam All Stars" video. Tucker, who regularly performs
onstage with his hilarious stand-up routine at The Comedy Store, The Fun
House and The Comedy Act Theater in Los Angeles, recently completed a sold-out
nationwide tour. His debut comedy album is scheduled for release this year.
He has also appeared at Montrealís "Just For Laughs" Comedy
Festival.
Tucker pursued his early love and gift for stand-up comedy by touring various
dance clubs until a branch of The Comedy Act Theater opened in his hometown
of Atlanta. At age 19, he performed on amateur night and received a standing
ovation and an invitation to return as a regular. After honing his talent
for one more year, he moved to Los Angeles where his career as an actor
was launched.
PAUL SORVINO, (Guy Cipriani) a 35-year veteran who has worked in
film, theater, television and opera, has played a wide variety of roles,
ranging from the bellowing Southern preacher in Oh, God to the deaf Chicago
Lawyer in the award-winning made-for-television movie, "Dummy.
He has appeared in more than 30 motion pictures, including Baz Luhrmannís
Romeo and Juliet, Nixon, The Firm, Goodfellas, That Championship Season,
Reds, The Rocketeer and Dick Tracy.
On television, Sorvino was a series regular on the hit NBC series "Law
and Order," and he starred in such telefilms as "The Escape Clause,"
"Behind Bars," "Tell Laura I Love Her," "Perry
Mason: The Case of the Wicked Wives," "Donít Touch My Daughter"
and "The Oldest Rookie.
On-Broadway, he achieved instant success for his award-winning performance
in "That Championship Season," followed by Murray Schisgalís
"An American Millionaire" and "The Glorious Ones." Sorvino
also received praise for his work directing the Broadway play "Wheelbarrow
Closers," in addition to producing, directing and starring in the Off-Broadway
play, "Marlon Brando Sat Right Here." He made his Broadway debut
in "Bajour.
In addition to his acting skills, Sorvino is a talented musician, sculptor,
painter and opera singer. In 1981, he made his operatic debut singing the
role of Alfred in "Die Fledermaus" with the Seattle Opera Company.
He has also published a book entitled How to Become a Former Asthmatic.
HEATHER LOCKLEAR (Grace Cipriani) was most recently seen in the hit
film The First Wives Club, but it is for her performance as Amanda on the
popular television series "Melrose Place" that she is endeared
to millions.
The youngest of four children, Locklear grew up in Southern California.
She began her acting career in commercials while studying at UCLA, and went
on to star in two TV series concurrently -- "Dynasty" and "T.J.
Hooker." Her additional credits include the television movies "Fade
to Black," "Highway Cassanova," "Her Wicked Ways,"
"Rich Men, Single Women," "Jury Duty" and the series
"Going Places." She recently appeared in the critically acclaimed
and highly rated miniseries "Texas Justice.
PAUL GLEASON (Pickett) is one of Hollywoodís busiest character
actors. He played Beeks in Trading Places and recently starred in George
Cosmatosí Shadow Conspiracy. His other film credits include Die Hard,
The Breakfast Club, Tender Mercies, The Great Santini and Miami Blues.
Fans of the daytime soap "All My Children" know Gleason as David
Thornton, a character he played for several years. His numerous television
appearances include "Tales From The Crypt," "Cagney & Lacy,"
"Murder, She Wrote," "Hill Street Blues" and many others.
He has appeared in numerous productions at Williamstown and Long Wharf Theatres.
ELISE NEAL (Paula) was recently seen starring in Rosewood, directed
by John Singleton. Among her many film credits, she has appeared in Malcolm
X, There Was A Little Boy, Tales Of The City, Risky Behavior and Let It
Be Me.
On television, audiences are familiar with Nealís work on "Chicago
Hope," "The Fresh Prince of Bel Air," "Family Matters,"
"Law & Order" and "Hanginí With Mr. Cooper."
She also starred as a series regular on "Sea Quest D.S.V." and
"Loving.
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