John Lurie
Biography
John Lurie (born December 14, 1952) is an American musician, painter, actor, director, and producer. He co-founded The Lounge Lizards jazz ensemble, has acted in 19 films, including Stranger than Paradise and Down by Law, has composed and performed music for 20 television and film works, and produced, directed, and starred in the Fishing with John television series. In 1996 his soundtrack for Get Shorty was nominated for a Grammy Award, and his album The Legendary Marvin Pontiac: Greatest Hits has been praised by critics and musicians alike. Since 2000 Lurie has suffered from chronic Lyme disease and has focused his attention on painting.
Movie Appearances
Stranger Than Paradise
as Willie
1984
Down by Law
as Jack
1986
Paris, Texas
as 'Slater'
1984
The Last Temptation of Christ
as James, Apostle
1988
Blue in the Face
as Saxophone player
1995
New Rose Hotel
as Distinguished Man
1999
Permanent Vacation
as Sax Player
1981
Face Addict
as Himself
2005
The Kitchen Presents: Two Moon July
1986
No Wave - Underground '80: Berlin - New York
as Self
2009
Subway Riders
as The Saxophonist
1981
John Lurie and the Lounge Lizards Live in Berlin 1991
as Alto & Soprano Saxophone
1992
Tortured by Joy
as Narrator
2004
The Offenders
as The Lizard
1980
The Little Devil
as Cusatelli
1988
Downtown '81
as Self
2001
Wild at Heart
as Sparky
1990
Rome '78
1978
Stranger Than Paradise
as Willie
1983
Red Italy
1979
