Melanie Lynskey
Melanie Jayne Lynskey, born 16 May 1977, is a New Zealand actress. Her portrayals of women with complex personalities, and her ability to speak American dialects are what make her a favorite choice for independent film projects. Lynskey has been the recipient of two Critics' Choice Awards, a HCA Award and a Gracie. She also received a New Zealand Film Award and an Hollywood Film Award.
Lynskey made her debut on the screen in Heavenly Creatures (1994), getting the New Zealand Film Award for her role as the teenage murderess Pauline Parker. She later played in numerous international films that included Ever After (1998), Detroit Rock City, But I'm A Cheerleader The Cherry Orchard, Snakeskin (2001), Shooters, Abandon, Sweet Home Alabama (2/22/02). After her move to the United States, Lynskey became known as a character actor and gained recognition for a variety of small and large-budget film productions, including Shattered Glass (2003), Flags of Our Fathers (2006), Away We Go, Up in the Air, The Informant!, Leaves of Grass (all 2009), Win Win (2011), Seeking a Friend for the The End of the World, The Perks of Being a Wallflower (both 2012) Then they Came Together (2014), and Don't Look Up (2021).
Lynskey's leading role in the film Hello I Must Be Going as a divorced woman who is depressed received the attention of critics in 2012 and a Gotham Award nomination. This was a pivotal point in her career. The Big Ask (2013), Happy Christmas. We'll Never See Paris. Goodbye to All That (all 2015), The Intervention. Rainbow Time. Little Boxes (all 2016), I Don’t Feel at The Home of This World. And Then I leave. Lady of the Manor. (2021). Lynskey was a well-known name within the American independent film industry.


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