James McDonald
Biography
James grew up in Dublin, Ireland, where his love for movies took hold early. By seven, he was already captivated by film, and by ten, he was devouring books on filmmaking. At fourteen, he shot his first short film, a four-minute piece called “Chase.” He continued making movies as he got older, picking up awards and accolades and screening his work at respected festivals around the world, including the Dallas International Film Festival and the Burbank International Film Festival. Alongside filmmaking, James is an accomplished movie critic, certified by both the Critics Choice Association, the Dallas-Fort Worth Film Critics Association, and the Online Film Critics Society. Since 2013, he’s reviewed films for major and independent studios in Hollywood, and he’s interviewed countless celebrities and filmmakers, helping to spotlight their latest projects.
Known For & Full Filmography6 Titles
Movie - 2000, 2h 15m • as Rick
As a social worker, Jason helps a lot of kids get off the streets, but when he meets Polly, a teenage junkie and prostitute, they form an extraordinary friendship against all odds. As Polly tries to get her life back together, a face from her past appears, and their lives will never be the same again.
Movie - 2014, 2h 15m • as Benny Dante
After having spent many years working as an assassin for the New York Underworld, Chris Richardson decides to leave that life behind her, fed up with the killings and bloodshed. Setting out to begin a new life with her lover, she quickly finds out that once you're in, you never leave.
Movie - 1996, 2h 15m • as Marine (uncredited)
Space pirates, led by diabolical Colonel Fraser, take over a cargo ship carrying anti-matter explosive and an important official. Space marines, led by Captain Gray, must stop their evil plans.
Movie - 2003, 2h 15m • as Newscaster
An Old Library. A Forbidding Room. An Ancient Book. When Linda comes across these on a dark and stormy night, it triggers a chain of unusual events that will lead her to a confrontation with the Prince of Darkness and a shocking revelation that will change her life forever.
Movie - 2009, 2h 15m • as Benny Dante
MR. D is a killer. A cold, calculating, brutal gun for hire. A rising star in the Mafia, he is sent from his home in New York to the suburban home of Chris and Genie Richardson, to take care of some urgent business. Unfortunately, the mark isn't home and Genie Richardson is left all alone with Mr. D and his gun.
Movie - 2012, 2h 15m • as Voice
The fool hath said in his heart: There is no God, They are corrupt, and are become abominable in their ways: there is none that doth good, no not one.