Tyra Banks filmography
Higher Learning (1995)
Higher Learning is a 1995 drama film, starring Omar Epps, Kristy Swanson, Ice Cube, Busta Rhymes, Jennifer Connelly, Michael Rapaport, Laurence Fishburne and Randall Batinkoff. It also featured supermodel Tyra Banks' first performance in a theatrical movie.Fishburne won an Image Award for "Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture" for his performance; Ice Cube was also nominated for the award.
UCLA filled in for the fictional college, Columbus University, the movie is set around in some of the exterior scenes.
In addition to "Higher", performed by Ice Cube, the soundtrack includes performances of newer material by OutKast, Liz Phair, Tori Amos and Rage Against the Machine, as well as older hits from Aretha Franklin, Curtis Mayfield, Al Green, and Cotton Mather.
Plot summary
This drama examines the personal, political, and racial dilemmas facing a group of college freshmen as they begin their first semester at Columbus University. Malik (Omar Epps) is an African-American student attending on a track scholarship; academics are not his strong suit, and he goes in thinking that his athletic abilities will earn him a free ride through college. Fudge (Ice Cube), a "professional student" who has been at Columbus for six years so far, becomes friendly with Malik and challenges his views about race and politics in America, while Professor Phipps (Laurence Fishburne), a black man who teaches political science, firmly tells Malik that he will not be graded on a different standard either because of his race or his ability to run quickly. With Deja (Tyra Banks), Malik finds a girlfriend, a tutor, and a training partner all rolled into one.
Meanwhile, Kristen (Kristy Swanson), a somewhat naive young woman from California, meets a boy named Billy (Jay R. Ferguson) after both have had too much to drink at a beer blast; Kristen soon becomes a victim of date rape and becomes involved with a campus feminist group to deal with the painful experience. While working with the women's group, Kristen gets to know Taryn (Jennifer Connelly), a strong but understanding woman who is also a lesbian, and she finds herself becoming attracted to her.
Remy (Michael Rapaport) is a confused young man from Idaho who feels lost in the multi-cultural atmosphere of Columbus. He is approached by Scott (Cole Hauser), a member of a group of racist skinheads, who believe that Remy is a perfect candidate to help carry out his group's violent goals.
Gwyneth Paltrow has a part as a student; rap stars Busta Rhymes (his first collaboration with Singleton, alongside the Shaft remake), D-Knowledge and Mista Grimm also appear in supporting roles, as well as a cameo by the rock band Eve's Plum.
Love Stinks (1999)
Love Stinks is a 1999 comedy starring French Stewart, Bridgette Wilson, Bill Bellamy and Tyra Banks.Plot summary
Seth (Stewart), a sitcom writer-producer, meets Chelsea (Wilson), an interior decorator, at his best friend's (Bellamy) wedding. He's immediately attracted to her blonde babeness while she's instantly attracted to his income and single-ness. They both ditch their wedding dates and start their own date that same night.
Love & Basketball (2000)
Love & Basketball is a 2000 romantic drama film, written and directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood. This film stars Omar Epps and Sanaa Lathan. It is the story of two next-door neighbors in Los Angeles, California who grew up loving basketball and, eventually, each other. Gina Prince-Bythewood, a former college athlete, writes a tale of about love, and basketball. The film became a cult favorite.Plot Summary
Monica (Sanaa Lathan) and Quincy (Omar Epps) have wanted to be professional basketball stars since they were kids. Monica has had to work hard to establish herself as a presence, while Quincy was born with natural star potential. As the two struggle to reach their goals of playing professionally, they must also deal with their emotions for each other.
Monica is a fiercely driven, hot-tempered tomboy who gives her all for basketball. Quincy, the son of a NBA legend, has NBA dreams of his own. Next-door neighbors since first grade, they start as rivals and grow into lovers and friends. The romantic complications follow a familiar game plan, but the film throws a fascinating spotlight onto the contrast between men's and women's basketball. While Quincy plays college ball on huge courts to cheering, sold-out crowds, Monica sweats tears, and endures sheer physical dedication in front of tiny audiences in small gyms and second-rate auditoriums.
The story is set in the late 1980s, years before the establishment of the WNBA, so Monica's prospects for professional basketball lie exclusively in the European leagues, while Quincy steps into the pros at home. Monica's struggle over Quincy's opens eyes to her unique challenges with a sharp, savvy contrast. Alfre Woodard costars as Monica's harping mom (always trying to get her to be more ladylike) and Dennis Haysbert is Quincy's philandering father.
Coyote Ugly (2000)
Coyote Ugly is a romantic comedy/drama based on the actual Coyote Ugly Saloon, set in New York City, and released in August 2000 (See 2000 in film). The film stars Piper Perabo and Adam Garcia. It was directed by David McNally and written by Gina Wendkos.Violet Sanford (Piper Perabo), an aspiring songwriter, leaves her home and her father Bill Sanford (John Goodman) to pursue her dream in New York City. While she tries, unsuccessfully, to get her demo tape to be noticed by the studios, she meets a group of bartenders in a local hot spot called Coyote Ugly. She is hired by the bar's owner Lil (Maria Bello) and must learn the ropes of singing, dancing, and performing wild acts before a rowdy crowd. Romantic interest Kevin O'Donnell (Adam Garcia) tries to help her in overcoming her shyness.
Halloween: Resurrection (2002)
Halloween: Resurrection is a 2002 horror film, directed by Rick Rosenthal. It is the eighth film in the Halloween franchise.Plot
At the beginning of the film, it is three years after the events of Halloween: H20, and we find Laurie Strode confined to a mental institution. A retcon is established in which Laurie did not really decapitate Michael Myers at the end of the film, but rather a paramedic with whom Myers switched clothing and his mask. Laurie pretends to be heavily medicated, but in reality dodges her pills and prepares herself for the inevitable confrontation with Michael Myers that she knows will come. When Myers does appear, Laurie lures him into a trap, but before she can kill him for good, he turns the tables on her and she presumably dies after being stabbed and falling from the roof of the institution.
Soon after, a group of six college students win a competition to spend Halloween night in the childhood home of Michael Myers. Their mission is to find out what led him to kill. The investigation is done in the style of the MTV reality show, Fear and is broadcast live on the internet. The participants think it's only for fun and that the stunt will earn them some publicity and scholarship money. While in the house, the event goes horribly wrong as Michael returns home and he has no intention of letting them leave alive. Soon, all but one of the college students are murdered. Using her PDA and penpal on the outside, Sara escapes. Ultimately, only Sara Moyer and Freddie Harris, the host of the show, survive.
Eight Crazy Nights (2002)
Eight Crazy Nights is a 2002 animated musical comedy movie with Adam Sandler about the magic of the holidays.Primary Characters
Davey Stone (Adam Sandler) - Crazy Jewish man who used to be friendly, but became a grouch and a loner when his parents died in a car accident. The story is centered on Davey's life.
Whitey Duvall (Adam Sandler) - Basketball referee who is illiterate, optimistic, Christian, 4'3", and has little hair on his head, but lots in other places. One of his feet is much smaller than the other (Men's 11 right foot, children's 9 left foot). Has a very high-pitched voice and hopes to win the "Dukesberry All-Star Patch" ("the Patch"), an honor awarded annually by direct popular vote (see election). Befriends Davey and reveals his good side.
Jennifer Friedman - Former girlfriend and teammate of Davey and mother of Benjamin Friedman. She is Jewish.
Secondary Characters
Eleanore Duvall (Adam Sandler) - Fraternal twin sister of Whitey. She has diabetes. She also wears many wigs, and appears to have feet opposite of her brother. She looks like an "owl" without her wig. They live together and take in Davey when his trailer burns down.
Benjamin Friedman - Son of Jennifer and youth basketball player. He is Jewish. He is responsible for Davey meeting Jennifer at the basketball court and ice rink.
Chinese Dragon owner-the owner of the reasturaunt the chinese Dragon, he doesnt like Davey.
Other characters are mentioned in the plot, but are not above because they do not show up repeatedly.