CINEFILER

Julian Sands

Born
January 4, 1958
Died
January 13, 2023
Wikipedia
Wikipedia
Julian Sands, a renowned British actor, was born on January 4, 1958, in Otley, West Riding of Yorkshire, England. He had a successful career in film, television, and stage, gaining recognition for his roles in various British films during the 1980s. Sands' breakthrough came with his captivating performance in the movie "A Room with a View" (1985), directed by James Ivory. This period drama not only showcased his acting skills but also earned him widespread acclaim. Following this success, Sands continued to establish himself in the film industry by taking on diverse roles in movies like "The Killing Fields" (1984), "Warlock" (1989), and "Arachnophobia" (1990). Known for his striking presence and ability to portray a wide range of characters, Sands made a lasting impact on both the stage and screen. He collaborated with renowned directors and participated in classic and contemporary theatrical productions. In addition to his work in film and stage, Julian Sands also embraced various genres, showcasing his versatility in both dramatic and genre films. His dedication to his craft and his ability to bring complex characters to life earned him a respected place in the entertainment industry. Sands was also recognized for his philanthropic efforts and involvement in social causes. Tragically, in January 2023, Sands went missing while hiking in the San Gabriel Mountains northeast of Los Angeles. His remains were discovered in June of that year in the area he had been visiting. Julian Sands will always be remembered as a prominent figure in the world of acting, leaving behind a lasting legacy of memorable performances and contributions to the arts.
Known For
The Piper
(2023)
Gustafson
Ocean's Thirteen
(2007)
Greco Montgomery
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
(2011)
Young Henrik Vanger
Blood and Bone
(2009)
Franklin McVeigh
The Medallion
(2003)
Snakehead
Naked Lunch
(1991)
Yves Cloquet
Seneca: On the Creation of Earthquakes
(2023)
Rufus
Leaving Las Vegas
(1995)
Yuri
The Survivalist
(2021)
Heath
The Killing Fields
(1984)
Jon Swain
A Room with a View
(1986)
George Emerson
Stargate: The Ark of Truth
(2008)
Doci
Crooked House
(2017)
Philip Leonides
The Million Dollar Hotel
(2000)
Terence Scopey
Ring of the Nibelungs
(2004)
Hagen
Romasanta: The Werewolf Hunt
(2004)
Manuel Romasanta
Full Filmography
Acting
Soft Targets
(1982)
Groom
Privates on Parade
(1983)
Climbing Sailor
The Killing Fields
(1984)
Jon Swain
Oxford Blues
(1984)
Colin Gilchrist Fisher
The Doctor and the Devils
(1985)
Dr. Murray
After Darkness
(1985)
Laurence Hunningford
Romance on the Orient Express
(1985)
Sandy
Gothic
(1986)
Percy Shelley
Harem
(1986)
Charles
A Room with a View
(1986)
George Emerson
Basements
(1987)
Mr. Sands (segment "The Room")
Siesta
(1987)
Kit
Vibes
(1988)
Dr. Harrison Steele
Wherever You Are...
(1988)
Julian
Warlock
(1989)
Warlock
Manika, the Girl Who Lived Twice
(1989)
Father Daniel Mahoney
Murder on the Moon
(1989)
Maj. Stepan Gregorivitj Kirilenko
Arachnophobia
(1990)
Doctor James Atherton
Night Sun
(1990)
Sergio Giuramondo
Naked Lunch
(1991)
Yves Cloquet
The Wicked
(1991)
Gustav
Grand Isle
(1991)
Alcee Arobin
Husbands and Lovers
(1991)
Stefan
Impromptu
(1991)
Franz Liszt
Tennessee Nights
(1991)
Wolfgang Leighton
Crazy in Love
(1992)
Mark Constable
The Turn of the Screw
(1992)
Mr. Cooper
Tale of a Vampire
(1993)
Alex
Warlock: The Armageddon
(1993)
Warlock
Boxing Helena
(1993)
Dr. Nick Cavanaugh
Witch Hunt
(1994)
Finn Macha
The Browning Version
(1994)
Tom Gilbert
Mario and the Magician
(1994)
Professor Fuhrmann
The Great Elephant Escape
(1995)
Clive Potter
Legends in Light: The Photography of George Hurrell
(1995)
Self
Leaving Las Vegas
(1995)
Yuri
The Tomorrow Man
(1996)
Ken
Never Ever
(1997)
Roderick
End of Summer
(1997)
Rev. Basil March
One Night Stand
(1997)
Nurse Chris
Long Time Since
(1998)
Michael James
The Phantom of the Opera
(1998)
The Phantom
The Loss of Sexual Innocence
(1999)
Adult Nic
Vatel
(2000)
Louis XIV
Timecode
(2000)
Quentin
Mercy
(2000)
Dr. Dominik Broussard
The Million Dollar Hotel
(2000)
Terence Scopey
Hotel
(2001)
Tour Guide
The Scoundrel's Wife
(2002)
Doctor Lenz
Easy Sex
(2003)
Packard Schmidt
The Medallion
(2003)
Snakehead
Ring of the Nibelungs
(2004)
Hagen
Romasanta: The Werewolf Hunt
(2004)
Manuel Romasanta
Her Name Is Carla
(2005)
Bill
Kenneth Tynan: In Praise of Hardcore
(2005)
Laurence Olivier
The Haunted Airman
(2006)
Dr. Hal Burns
The Trail
(2006)
Gary
Ocean's Thirteen
(2007)
Greco Montgomery
Cat City
(2008)
Nick Compton
Heidi 4 Paws
(2008)
Peter the Goatherder
Stargate: The Ark of Truth
(2008)
Doci
Beyond Sherwood Forest
(2009)
Malcolm
Blood and Bone
(2009)
Franklin McVeigh
The Good Life
(2010)
Robert
Golf in the Kingdom
(2011)
Peter McNaughton
The Maiden and the Princess
(2011)
Bernard
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
(2011)
Young Henrik Vanger
The Nightshift Belongs to the Stars
(2012)
Mark
Suspension of Disbelief
(2012)
Hackett
Hirokin: The Last Samurai
(2012)
Griffin
Extraordinary Tales
(2013)
Narrator (voice) (segment 'The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar')
All Things To All Men
(2013)
Cutter
Cesar Chavez
(2014)
Victore Representative
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks
(2014)
Winslow Cunard
Me
(2014)
Sam Citkowitz
Castle Chronicle
(2014)
Anthony
GHB: To Be or Not to Be
(2014)
Le client
We're Doomed! The Dad's Army Story
(2015)
John Le Mesurier
The Loner
(2016)
Evgeny
The Chosen
(2016)
Kotov
Borley Rectory
(2017)
Narrator (voice)
Crooked House
(2017)
Philip Leonides
Toy Gun
(2018)
Officer Jonta
The Keeper
(2018)
Tilson, Man City President
Walk Like a Panther
(2018)
Tony ‘Sweet Cheeks’ Smith
A Nasty Piece of Work
(2019)
Steven Essex
The Garden of Evening Mists
(2019)
1980s Frederik Gemmell
The Painted Bird
(2019)
Garbos
Bongee Bear and the Kingdom of Rhythm
(2019)
King Jason (voice)
Bobbleheads: The Movie
(2020)
Purrbles McCat (voice)
Yeh Ballet
(2020)
Saul Aaron
11 Colours of the Bird
(2020)
Self
The Ghosts of Borley Rectory
(2021)
Lionel Foyster
Death Rider in the House of Vampires
(2021)
Count Holliday
Benediction
(2021)
Chief Medical Officer
The Survivalist
(2021)
Heath
The Ghosts of Monday
(2022)
Bruce
Seneca: On the Creation of Earthquakes
(2023)
Rufus
Double Soul
(2023)
Orlandi
The Piper
(2023)
Gustafson
The Darkside of Society
(2023)
Self
Body Odyssey
(2023)
Kurt
The Last Breath
(2024)
Levi
Crew
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