Mila Kunis

Mila Kunis

Milena "Mila" Kunis (Russian: Милена Кунис [1], Ukraine: Мілена Куніс [1] born August 14, 1983) (playback / mi ː ː lə nɪs ku /) is an American actress. Her TV credits include the role of Jackie Burkhart on That '70s Show and the voices Meg Griffin on the animated series Family Guy. He also played roles in movies such as Rachel Jansen in Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Mona Sax in Max Payne and Solara in The Book of Eli.

In 2010 he won the Marcello Mastroianni Award for Best Young Actor or Actress at the 67th Venice International Film Festival for her performance as Lily in Black Swan. He was also nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress and the Screen Actors Guild Award for outstanding performance by an actress in a supporting role for the same role.
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* 1 Early life
* 2 Career
2.1 Television
2.2 Film work, 2001-2008
2.3 2009-present
* 3 Media Advertising
* 4 Personal Life
* 5 Filmography
* 6 Awards and nominations
* 7 References
8 External links

Early life

Mila Kunis was born in Czernowitz in the Ukrainian SSR. [3] [4] Her family moved to Los Angeles, California, in 1991, when he was seven years old. Kunis is a Jew and have cited anti-Semitism in the Soviet Union as one of several reasons for her family moved to the United States [4] [5] [6] [7] Her mother, Elvira, a physics teacher and manager of the drugstore, and his father, Mark Kunis, is a mechanical engineer and car company executives. He has an older brother, Michael [8].

Kunis has stated that the lottery system allows families to move: .. "It took about five years, if you have selected the first time, to Moscow, where there is a draw again, and re-elected maybe then you can come to America." On their second day in Los Angeles, he Rosewood Elementary School to learn not to write English. "I blocked out second grade," he said. "I do not remember, but my mother told me that I went home and cried every day, I was not too traumatized It was just shocking ..." [9] Kunis added: ... "I do not understand the culture that I do not understand people who I do not understand the language to get the first sentence of my essay I was in college such as," Imagine, blind and deaf at age seven. "And that's kind of how it feels to move to America." [10]

In Los Angeles, she attended Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle School. It is mainly through the teachers set for her high school years are taught during the filming of That '70s Show. [11] When not on set, she attended Fairfax High School, where he graduated in 2001. [6] In short, UCLA and attended Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. [8] [12]
Career
TV

At age nine, his father wrote Kunis' in acting classes [13] after school at Beverly Hills Studios, where he completed the first and still current manager Susan Curtis. Kunis says: "My parents told him, 'Look, we can not make head shots, we can not do everything that we are not able to audition, because we work full time .. "... [Curtis] said:" Do not worry. I'll fix everything, "and he did so at last I was always the first thing I go to all the Barbie commercial that my parents have said: .. you can do, what to do, as long as you are in A and the school will remain unchanged '"[14] starts Kunis, in print, catalog ads and TV commercials for children's products like Lisa Frank products, Mattel Barbie and Payless shoes .. She also modeled for Guess girl underwear campaign. His first TV role was as a young Hope Williams on an episode of the popular soap opera Day of Our Lives [15]. He had a small role on 7th Heaven and supporting roles in Santa with Muscles, Honey, We shrunk Ourselves, and the Angelina Jolie film Gia, as Gia Carangi young.

In 1998, Kunis as Jackie Burkhart in the Fox sitcom That '70s Show was thrown. All who auditioned at least 18 years; Kunis, who 14 at the time, told the casting director will be 18 years, but did not say when. Although they thought it out eventually, even the producers think Kunis is the best solution for the role. [4] [14] That '70s Show ran for eight seasons [16]. Kunis expressed some frustration with working on a show for so long. "Eight years of experience [show] the same as behind the desk, and I lost my drive," he said. But they quickly "is a revelation Decided I would not take my career and my job so seriously, who I am .. I just want to be happy with my life." [8]
Kunis on the panel for Family Guy at the 2009 Comic Con in San Diego.

In 1999, Kunis Lacey Chabert replaced in the role of Meg Griffin on the animated sitcom Family Guy, which made [17] by Seth MacFarlane for Fox Broadcasting Company. Series play MacFarlane, Alex Borstein, Seth Green and Mike Henry. Kunis plays a role after auditioning and revised a little character, partly because of their performance on That '70s Show [18]. MacFarlane Kunis called back after the first audition, commanded him to speak more slowly, and then tells them to come back another time and more articulate. Once, she claimed that she controlled, they hired MacFarlane [18] MacFarlane added. "What in many ways, Mila Kunis was taken there, I think, maybe even more appropriate for the character, I say that she DID work a Phenomenal. But there was something about something natural Mila Mila -. He was 15, from them, so You could hear the beginning of 15-years will have an animation that often with adult actors, the voice of young people. and they heard the sound Saturday morning They always sound, often, very forced .. He's got a very natural quality to Meg, who really do what we actually work with this type of character. "[19] Kunis is for Annie Award nomination in the category of Voice Acting in the animated TV production in 2007. [20] He has also voiced Meg in Family Guy Video Game!. Kunis describes her character as a "scapegoat." [21]
Film work, 2001-2008

In 2001 she appeared in Get Over It opposite Kirsten Dunst. This was followed in 2002 by starring in-direct-DVD horror movie American Psycho 2, together with William Shatner, a sequel to the 2000 film American Psycho. 2 American Psycho was panned by critics, [22] and later expressed embarrassment over the film Kunis. [23] In 2004, Kunis in Tony n 'Tina's wedding played. Although the movie was filmed in 2004, it was not a theatrical release until 2007. [24] Most critics do not like the movie, which exert the approval of 25% from Rotten Tomatoes. [25] discussed the DVD concludes that "the fans would be much better off doing the movie never happened in the first place" [26].

In 2005, Kunis co-stars with Jon Heder in Moving McAllister, who was not released theatrically until 2007. [27] The film received generally poor reviews and has a limited run in theaters two weeks. [28] [29] They followed with a side of anal sex with Get Over It co-star Zoe Saldana. [30] In October 2006 he began filming Boot Camp (originally titled Straight Edge). [31] Although the film does not have a theatrical release in the United States, on DVD on August 25, 2009 was published [32].

Kunis starred as Rachel Jansen in the comedy Forgetting Sarah Marshall 2008, co-produced by Judd Apatow. The role after auditions failed to Up, [33] produce improvised on his side. [34] The film positive reviews, [35] and commercial success and got a $ 105 million worldwide [36]. 'Knocked Kunis gets the performance was very well received, Joe Morgenstern of The Wall Street Journal praised the "beauty of fresh and concentrated energy" her, [37], while James Berardinelli writes, that "skilful with their performance and understand the concept of the comic" [38] . He was nominated for Teen Choice Awards. [39] In an interview, Kunis Apatow to help him with his career was the 70's credited Show evolving. [33]

Also in 2008, described the Mona Sax, a Russian assassin with Mark Wahlberg in the action film Max Payne, based on a video game with the same name. Kunis weapons training, boxing and martial arts for her role. [40] [41] Max Payne is relatively successful at the worldwide box office earned $ 85 million [42], but panned by critics, [43] with some of the reviews calling the wrong choice Kunis. [44] [45] [46] Kunis Director John Moore defended his choice and said: "Mila just overwhelmed us up ... It's not an obvious choice, but he only wore Mona so well, we need someone who not only. A fop or foil to Max, .. we need someone who has character and convey his own agenda, I think it just Mila knocked out of the park "[41] That's for another Teen Choice Award nomination for his role in the film. [47]
2009-present

In 2009 she appeared in the comedy Extract with Jason Bateman and Ben Affleck. The film received many positive reviews, [48] and play a $ 10.8 million at the box office. [49] Roger Ebert, a very important part of the film itself, wrote that Kunis "takes its role within shouting distance of credibility." [50] director Mike Judge commented that part of what is shocking to learn Kunis is their ability, references Denied cult animated movie. The judge said: "As beautiful as Mila, one could think that maybe they'll run into you in the real world." Perform [51] After visiting Kunis in Forgetting Sarah Marshall, the judge threw him in the role of Cindy citation search: ". I just thought, 'Wow, this girl is perfect" And they really want to do, which is fantastic. "Kunis said," I am a huge fan of Mike Judge from Office Space, I was like, 'Okay, this is a very simple decision "I told them I would need everything to be in this production. -. How to drink or, say , act "[52]

In 2010 she starred Denzel Washington in The Book of Eli. Although the film received mixed reviews, [53] both at the box office gross of more than $ 157 million worldwide. [54] Film critic Richard Roeper praised the performance of Kunis', calling it "a very strong piece of work" [55]. A review of some other equally positive from their performance, including Pete Hammond of Boxoffice magazine that he was "perfectly cast with the main female role, "wrote [56] Even the reviews that like the film was not always a compliment to their performance, such as James Berardinelli, who stated that" the requirements of their role in the field, that is, perhaps surprisingly, they consider have been proven so far put in a more lightweight parts drawer "[57] and Colin Covert of Star Tribune, who wrote that he created" a flower of fire, and bring a certain level of determination, character, character development of independent women who do not always save those in need. "[58] Some critics, however, calling it a wrong choice. [59] [60] [61] Kunis get another Teen Choice Award nomination for her performance. [62] [63] Kunis also cast in a supporting role in the comedy Date Night 2010 with Tina Fey and Steve Carell. [64] She received several positive reviews for her performance. [65] [66] [67] [68]

He and Natalie Portman plays a rival ballet dancer at the Black Swan's Darren Aronofsky. Kunis, who plays in the film based on their performance in Forgetting Sarah Marshall, and on the recommendation of the co-star Natalie Portman, [69] undergoing a training regime that cardiovascular exercise, diet 1,200 calories per day (he lost 20 kg, including that they end up after the shooting) and ballet classes for four hours a day, seven days a week. [70] [71] [72] During the production stage demanding, suffered a torn ligament injury and shoulder dislocation. [73] Black Swan has received great recognition from critics [74] and for five Academy Awards, including Best Picture nomination. Becomes [75] The film Kunis most financially successful so far, even as the first movie she starred in that has grossed more than $ 100 million (106.9 million to date) in the U.S. and Canada [76], while currently grossing more than 320 million worldwide. [77] Kunis performance reviews are positive, [78] [79] [80] Kirk Honeycutt of the Hollywood Reporter stated, "is a perfect alternative to Kunis Portman, as slender and dark, but the grin of self-awareness, not with wide-eyed anxiety Portman." [81] Lodge Guy In Contention also praised Kunis and said: "It's cool, raspy-voiced Kunis, a surprise here to observe the intelligent and ponder his co-star in such a way that we do not believe their Nina as naive." [82] Kunis performance, he won the Marcello Mastroianni Award for Best Young Actor or Actress at the 67th Venice International Film Festival, [83] and earned a Golden Globe Award and Screen Actors Guild Award as Best Supporting Actress nomination. At the 37th Annual Meeting of the Saturn Awards, where he was the Best Supporting Actress Award for achievement. [84]

Kunis is next to Justin Timberlake in a romantic comedy with Friends Benefit, which is poured from July to September 2010 shooting in New York City and Los Angeles. [85] Director Is Gluck explained that he wrote the story with Kunis and Timberlake in mind. "There are actors I want to work with, so I wrote it for Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis I want to do more than an adult movie about sex, too, and about relationships .." [86]

Kunis has confirmed that the next project is Ted, a co-star Mark Wahlberg and directed by creator Seth MacFarlane and Family Guy co-wrote. [87] Ted will follow up with the upcoming Walt Disney Pictures' prequel, Oz, big and strong, where they will Theodora, the youngest of the three witches, played opposite James Franco. [88]
Media Advertising

Kunis is No. 54 in the framework of "102 Sexiest Women in the World" (2002) say, Maxim named her No. 47 on the Hot 100 list in 2006 [89] In 2008, he was 81 in Maxim Hot 100 places. List. He was also ranked # 81 in FHM's 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2008 U.S., although in other FHM Magazine from various participating countries that have not. Kunis also one of the "most interesting Geeks" in 2008, described from Wired.com for their highly acclaimed affinity for World of Warcraft. [90] In the same year he presented and on the cover of Complex Magazine's October issue. [91] In 2007, Kunis took part in the video for Funny or Die site appeared alongside James Franco. This video is a parody of the MTV show Hills and became a huge success for the site, with more than one million views. [92] Shawn Levy, director of Date Night, said that part of what he decides, Kunis cast with James Franco in the film, the chemistry between him and the feeling in the funny or have a video. [93] In December 2008, Kunis is featured in the Gap "Cleansing own star" Christmas campaign with other celebrities such as Jennifer Hudson, Jason Bateman, Mary-Louise Parker and Jon Heder. [94]

In 2009 he was ranked # 5 in "Maxim Magazine Hot 100" list. [95] They also won the award for "Hottest Mila 'Choice Awards 2009 on Spike Men', Milla Jovovich beat. [96] In 2009, Mila was ranked Premiere.com most beautiful women in Hollywood. [97] In 2010, he accompanied displayed in the "Women We Love" in Esquire with video segments. [98] In 2010, "Maxim Magazine Hot 100" Kunis was ranked No. 22, [99] and for a list of FHM's Hot 100 in 2010 ranked it # 17 [100] Kunis has brought this kind of media attention in the right perspective, saying " You should base your career on something other than the fact that the FHM Top 100 No. 1 girl's eyes they will die, and then, what happens. is to be abandoned? "[10]

In 2010, Kunis was with Randy Jackson as a master of ceremonies for the 9th Annual Chrysalis Foundation benefit. Chrysalis Foundation was founded by residents of Los Angeles non-profit organization to help people who are economically disadvantaged and homeless people who self-sufficient through employment opportunities. [101] [102] In October 2010, Elle magazine 25th Anniversary Special Edition Kunis is one of the women chosen to look at their success at a young age. Honoring including photos and video presentations on the site of the magazine. [103] Kunis photographed with several star female singer / songwriter Bryan Adams Canada in conjunction with the Calvin Klein collection for a feature titled American Woman, 2010, with the result of photos donated to the NYC AIDS Foundation. [104] In 2010 was presented and Kunis on the cover of the December issue of Nylon. [105]

In 2011, Kunis graced the cover of the February issue of Cosmopolitan magazine [106] and the March issue of W magazine [73] For the 17th Annual Meeting of the Hollywood issue, Vanity Fair, is Kunis between the actor chose to appear on the cover. [107] For the 2011 edition of Askmen.com Top 99 Most Desirable Women Kunis finished # 2 [108] However, in 2011, Kunis no.5 spot on Maxim's Hot 100 list. [109] In Kunis Choice Awards 2011 Spike Men 'Holy Grail was awarded the heat they defeated Minka Kelly. [110] In support of her film Friends With Benefits, they landed on the cover of Elle magazine and GQ magazine. [111] [112]
Personal life

Kunis has spoken with affection of their parents and credited them, because they focus a positive influence and hold on to what's important in life. "I have a normal education and went to public school," he said. "If I ever even for one second, a big head start, I was brought back to reality pretty quickly. My parents are why I'm pretty down to earth." [8]

Kunis started dating actor Macaulay Culkin in 2002 [113] There was a time when there were rumors about the couple getting married, but denies it and says Kunis.:

I have been committed. I thought I was married. And I'm sure I have a child somewhere. I was waiting to convey something else. No, I'm not married. And no, I do not get involved. And no, I do not have kids. Nothing seems to hear. And next week I will again become active. I think at one point they were like "seen shopping in Beverly Hills for engagement rings We work in Japan .. What is wrong with these people? Half the time you can say they misconstrued facts. But more often than not, they just make stuff [ 114].

In an interview with BlackBook magazine Kunis that marriage "is not something that is important to me." [115] Kunis he tries his best to himself and Culkin protection of privacy, noting that "we do not talk about it to the press. It has a higher profile than I want" [116] On the question of whether it difficult to get out of the tabloids and Kunis press replied: ".. I keep my private life as private as I can physically, mentally, maybe" when asked if this is difficult, he said, "I do not care. I'll try to go to my grave is difficult,. but I'll end up going to the bar who wants a hole in the wall. I do not go "it-is-happening" place. "[117] On 3. January 2011 confirmed PR Kunis' says Culkin and Kunis have ended their relationship and said: "The split was friendly and they remain good friends." [118]

He has identified himself in interviews as a fan of the game World of Warcraft online computer and have a level of attention from fans of the game as a result. He has not released what their servers are located, but said he was with his close friends in the Alliance. [119] In an interview with Jimmy Kimmel, he said, he does not use voice chat in the game after the other players recognized his voice. [120] While Kunis has declared himself a "computer geek", they do not have, Facebook Myspace or Twitter account. [121]

In an interview with H Magazine Kunis stated that they did not devote much time hanging out in World of Warcraft is more, but enjoy with their friends when they can. "When we were 'friends night" have, and we're all together, we play board games like Settlers of Catan "He also mentioned that they and their friends such as Murder Mystery Tour, where they drive around the Los Angeles area for explore. site of the famous murder that has occurred. [122] Kunis, travel, and often occurs on the trip with her brother, Michael She and Michael have been countries like Fiji and Korea is under investigation .. "I like the way he moves," he said: "He took the card, saying:" .. Let's go "explore and get you to" explain [8] When asked about the perfect day Kunis, said: "This will go for a swim, laze around the house, playing with my dog, drinking root beer float, catching up on TiVo, with something to eat, a glass of wine and call it the night "[121] In an interview of Kunis'. I love you with my friends .... I like to sit at home in my pajamas and watch TiVo. This brings me so much happiness. That's it. It is calm and quiet. "[123]

In January 2011, revealed that he first opened the battle with eye disease called chronic iritis, which causes blindness in one eye. But a few months earlier, he had surgery that fixed the problem.