Gary Farmer

Biography

Born 06/12/1953

Burly character player Gary Farmer has veered away from stereotypes with the range of roles he has played on stage, screen and TV. With his ample yet imposing frame, large round features, thoughtful eyes and avuncular manner, Farmer has avoided playing the fierce and noble 'savages' typified by the...
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Awards

  • In 1997, received First Americans in the Arts Award for Outstanding Actor
  • In 1989, received American Indian Film Festival Best Actor Award

Highlights

  • In 2004, Starred as Fagin in "Twist" a queer 'Oliver Twist' update set in the hustler district of modern-day Montreal
  • In 2002, Acted in "Skins", helmed by Chris Eyre and screened at Sundance
  • In 2000, Returned to Sundance Film Fetival with "What the Eagle Hears"

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