Many Faces of Keanu Reeves

Babes in Toyland:  Role: Jack Be Nimble

1986

Keanu plays Jack Be Nimble in this 1986 film "Babes in Toyland". The costume he wears is simple yet complimenting to his role in this tale of nursery rhymes come to life.  Reflecting a young teen at the age of 22 Keanu transforms into one of the babes in toyland with ease. 

The Prince of Pennsylvania: Role: Rupert Marshetta

1988

 

Keanu plays Rupert Marshetta in this 1988 film "The Prince of Pennsylvania".  Rupert has several looks over the course of this film, one in which required Keanu to shave a part of his head. With dedication to his role Keanu complies to the art of  entertainment and reveals a unique hair fashion that was often replicated by the punk society thereafter.    

Bill & Ted's Excellent Advtr: Role: Ted "Theodore" Logan

1989

Keanu plays Ted "Theodore" Logan in this 1989 film "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure". Keanu portrays a teenaged metal head that travels through time to bring historical figures back to his high school history presentation. Keanu tickled the world and puzzled others with classic comical talent that spawned from the passion of art in his heart.  

I love you to death:   Role: Marlon James
1990

  

Keanu plays Marlon James in this 1990 film "I Love You to Death". Marlon is a deeply-stoned, would-be-killer that is profoundly absent minded. I am taken by Keanu's passion for the art of entertainment as he draws an image of Marlon into the picture with an unrated hair fashion that compliments his role rather perfectly

Point Break:  Role: FBI Agent John 'Johnny Utah"

1991

 Keanu plays FBI Agent John 'Johnny Utah' in this 1991 film "Point Break".  Johnny Utah is a rookie FBI agent and former Ohio State quarterback that proves he can solve a case that has baffled his partner Angelo Pappas ((Gary Busey)) before his induction to the FBI. Keanu perfects sterness in his role tactfully. 

My Own Private Idaho: Role: Scott Favor
1991

Keanu plays Scott Favor in this 1991 film "My Own Private Idaho". The story follows two friends, Mike (River Phoenix) and Scott (Keanu Reeves), as they embark on a journey of personal discovery that takes them to Mike's hometown in Idaho and then to Italy in search of Mike's mother. 

Bram Stoker's Dracula: Role: Jonathan Harker
1992

 Keanu plays Jonathan Harker in this 1992 film "Bram Stoker's Dracula". Jonathan is a newly-qualified solicitor that travels to Transylvania to arrange Dracula's real estate acquisition in London. During the signing of papers, the Count discovers a picture of Jonathan's fiancee, Mina and believes she is the reincarnation of Elisabeta. Dracula leaves Jonathan to be seduced by his brides as he pursues Mina. Jonathan soon becomes noticeably weak but eventually gains his strength back and escapes the castle to save Mina from the Count. 

Much Ado About Nothing: Role: Don John
1993

Keanu plays Don John in this 1993 film "Much Ado About Nothing". Keanu has extreme sex appeal as Don John, with make up and costumes that allowed him to entice the audience as he portrayed a treacherous bastard. 

Little Buddha:  Role: Prince Siddhartha / Lord Buddha
1993

Keanu plays Prince Siddhartha in this 1993 film "Little Buddha". Keanu transformed into Prince Siddhartha smoothly as well as his entire overall look with the assistance of a costume and wardrobe team. 

Speed:   Role: Officer Jack Travern
1994

Keanu plays Officer Jack Travern in this 1994 film "Speed". Keanu knows how to bring showmanship with charm to work. He showed up with this crew cut hairstyle on the first day of filming and was given great respect for complimenting his physical appearance as Officer Jack Travern.

A Walk in the Clouds: Role: Sgt. Paul Sutton
1995

Keanu plays Sgt. Paul Sutton in this 1995 film, " A Walk in the Clouds".  Perfecting his role as Sgt. Paul Sutton with skillful artistic talents, Keanu's performance ever charms his audience in this romantic drama. 

Chain Reaction:  Role: Eddie Kasalivich
1996

 Keanu plays Eddie Kasalivich in this 1996 film "Chain Reaction". Eddie is a student machinist that discovers the secret of using sonoluminescence to create a stable bubble fusion. Soon after his discovery he is framed and forced on the run with a colleague and Eddie must work fast to clear their names before they are captured or killed.

The Devil's Advocate: Role: Kevin Lomax
1997

Keanu plays Kevin Lomax in this 1997 film "The Devil's Advocate". Kevin Lomax is a defense attorney that has never lost a case. Keanu is a creative artist with exceptional values in the film industry. Starring along side Keanu is Al Pacino, and together these two aces bring the films thriller, horror plot to life.

The Matrix, Reloaded, Revolutions: Role: Thomas Anderson, Neo
1998, 2002, 2003

Keanu Reeves stars in "The Matrix Trilogy" as Neo aka Mr. Thomas Anderson. All three films where released a year apart from one another. The Matrix was released in 1998, The Matrix Reloaded in 2002 and The Matrix Revolutions in 2003. The art of make up and with the help of special effects, Neo appeared albino when rescued from the pod that kept him alive. Keanu's shaved head also added a "fictional time" effect to the "many years" spent on life support in a pod manufactured by machines. The Matrix is also recognized for popularizing the use of a visual effect known as "bullet time", which allows the viewer to explore a moment progressing in slow-motion as the camera appears to orbit around the scene at normal speed. Keanu trained hard and perfected his performance with the many martial art disciplines that the film required for their fight scenes. 

The Replacements:  Role: Shane Falco 

2000

 
Keanu plays Shane Falco in this 2000 film "The Replacements".  During a Pro Football strike substitute players are hired. The team is made up of a bunch of crazy characters which are one of the best groups of actors. Reeves' muscular build made Shane Falco, who is the star Quarterback, come to life in this sports comedy.

Thumbsucker:  Role: Perry Lyman
2005

Keanu plays Perry Lyman in this 2005 film, "Thumbsucker".  This is an excellent coming of age story. It's tuff growing up when you have fears that you and your father are not meeting up to your mothers standards. Being so afraid that she will leave, Justin Cobb (Lou Pucci) turns to his New Age Orthodontist "Guru" (Keanu Reeves) for hypnosis to stop his thumb sucking.

  

The Lake House:  Role: Alex Wyler 

2006

 Keanu plays Alex Wyler in this 2006 film "The Lake House". A romantic drama that will touch your heart. Alex is an architect that falls for The Lake House's previous renter. As they correspond through letters, they discover they are living two years apart. Keanu is simply charming in this movie.

Street Kings:  Role: Detective Tom Ludlow
2008

Keanu plays Detective Tom Ludlow in this 2008 film "Street Kings".  A disillusioned LAPD detective, Detective Tom Ludlow rarely plays by the rules and is haunted by the death of his wife. Ludlow and all of the cops in his unit, including their commander, Captain Jack Wanders bend and break the rules of conduct on a regular basis. Keanu has the muscular build to play a cop and he also looks great in uniform. Street Kings are an action-crime film that will keep you in suspense.

  

Henry's Crime:   Role: Henry

2010

 Keanu plays Henry in this 2010 film "Henry's Crime".  Henry is incarcerated for years for a crime he did not commit. When he is released he is determined to have the time he served justified. Keanu's showmanship for the arts of entertainment ignited an international fan based arena that has allowed them to voice their support for the films release. 

~ by Mary Sisson ~