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Kevin Kline

Kevin Kline

6 films · 356 frames · top-billed in 2 · 19822017

Born 24 October 1947 · St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Kevin Delaney Kline is an American actor and singer. He is regarded as one of the finest actors of his generation and has enjoyed a successful career in both film and theater.

He gained critical acclaim for his portrayal of the lead character in the film "The Big Chill" (1983), which helped launch his career. He went on to deliver memorable performances in numerous films, showcasing his versatility and talent. Some of his notable movies include A Fish Called Wanda (1988), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, Dave (1993), In & Out (1997), and The Emperor's Club (2002).

In addition to his film work, he has also been highly regarded for his stage performances.

Awards

On FrameThrower we have: 6 films · 356 frames · top-billed in 2 · 19822017

  • Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor1989
  • Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie2008
  • Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical1981
  • Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical1978
  • Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actor in a Play2004
  • Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Screen Couple/Ensemble1999
  • Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actor in a Musical1981
  • Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical1978
  • star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

How their films are shot

Measured across 356 frames from the 6 films we hold. This is the look of the work Kevin takes, not a claim about any single frame — we index the cast of a film, never the people in a shot.

Across the 6 films we hold, 54% of their frames are night, 45% natural — the look of the work Kevin takes.

Time of day

Night54%
Day34%
Interior8%

Lighting

Natural45%
Low key39%
High key15%

Shot size

Medium58%
Closeup17%
Wide15%
Fullbody5%

Camera angle

Eye level92%
High angle4%

Mood

Neutral77%
Lonely9%
Tense7%

Films in the library

Every poster opens that film — stills, cinematography notes and colour palette.

Often with

Shared films in this library, not a full filmography.

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