Laura Kirk
| Laura Kirk | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Laura Ellen Kirk Lecompton, Kansas |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1999–present |
Laura Ellen Kirk (born 1966 in Lecompton, Kansas) is an American actress and university professor. She is most known for her role in Lisa Picard Is Famous (2000).
Career
Kirk made her film debut in At First Sight, opposite Val Kilmer and Mira Sorvino.[1] In 2000, Kirk co-wrote and starred in the comedy film Lisa Picard Is Famous.[2] The film had its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival.[3] The film was released in a limited release on August 22, 2001.[4]
A graduate of the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas, Kirk most recently played Shelia Denning in the made-for-TV movie, A Boyfriend for Christmas as well as a guest on the television series House.
Since 2010 Kirk has served on the faculty of the University of Kansas in the Film and Media Department.
Filmography
- At First Sight (1999) as Betsy Ernst
- Lisa Picard is Famous (2000) as Lisa Picard
- The Time Machine (2002) as Flower Seller
- Murder Without Conviction (2004) as Alberta Talley
- A Boyfriend for Christmas (2004) as Shelia Denning
- Bunker Hill (2008) as Hallie
- The Only Good Indian (2009) as Miss Harris
References
- ↑ Kaberline, Carolyn (May 4, 2008). "Extraordinary People: Lecompton native finds her role". CJ Online. Retrieved October 24, 2016.
- ↑ "Lisa Piscard is Famous". Entertainment Weekly. September 13, 2001. Retrieved October 24, 2016.
- ↑ J. Near, Mitchell (August 30, 2001). "Laura Kirk is almost 'Famous'". LJ World. Retrieved October 24, 2016.
- ↑ Holden, Stephen (August 22, 2001). "FILM REVIEW; Trying to Make It There So They Can Make It Anywhere". New York Times. Retrieved October 24, 2016.