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'Pat Garrett and Billy The Kid'. Dylan also did the soundtrack, which contains the song 'Knockin' On Heaven's Door.'
'The Gingerbread Man'. Director Robert Altman used Lovett in many films in the 90's.
| The quirky singer songwriter that pops up several times in 'There's Something About Mary' is? | Musicians In The Movies
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Jonathan Richman. Richman and his band The Modern Lovers were a very influential band from the 70's. Former Talking Heads keyboardist, Jerry Harrison, was a member.
'The Minus Man'. Yoakam has appeared in many films, including a fantastic performance in 'Sling Blade.' He made his writing and directing debut in 'South Of Heaven, West Of Hell.'
| In the Alyssa Milano flick 'Embrace Of The Vampire,' the vampire is played by Martin Kemp. What 80's band was Martin in? | Musicians In The Movies
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Spandau Ballet. Stills from Milano's nude scenes were plastered all over the internet, which led to lawsuits filed by her and her mother.
'Bob Roberts'. Willis is a singer based out of Austin, TX and is, in my opinion, the best female vocalist to ever draw breath. She is a sister-in-law to Emily Robison of the Dixie Chicks.
'Five Corners'. 'Five Corners' is a George Harrison-produced film starring Jodie Foster, Tim Robbins, and John Turturro.
'Moonlight and Valentino'.
'Tommy'. 'Quadrophenia', a film version of The Who's second rock opera, was Sting's big screen debut.
'Carny'. After leaving The Band, Robertson became interested in film scoring. He also wrote 'It's In The Way That You Use It' from 'The Color Of Money'.
Ice-T. Not a great movie, but it has a good soundtrack.
Harry Connick Jr.. I'm still scared of him.
Pearl Jam. Most of them anyway. They played Matt Dillon's band "Citizen Dick". Chris Cornell also makes a cameo.
David Bowie. Absolutely hysterical. David Bowie looks fantastic in this movie.
Meatloaf . He sings "Hot Patootie".
Ozzy . We all knew he wasn't an ordinary mortal.
| Don’t tell me you can’t guess this singer who has made a name for herself in several different aspects of the entertainment biz, though she may be better known for her controversial music videos. Who's that girl who took a bow in the films "Dick Tracy" (as sultry temptress Breathless Mahoney), "Four Rooms" (as a seductive coven-member), and "Swept Away" (as a socialite stranded on an island)? | Musicians in Movies
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Madonna. The shy and retiring Madonna has a long string of films under her cone-shaped brassiere. One of her first roles was as a singer in a club performing her hit "Crazy for You" in the 1985 romance "Vision Quest". She later won a Golden Globe for her role as Eva Perón in "Evita".
| This original gangster has had his share of controversy over his hard core lyrics. What gangster-turned rapper-turned actor has appeared in "New Jack City" (as an undercover cop), "Tank Girl" (as a mutant kangaroo/human hybrid), and "Johnny Mnemonic" (as Low-tech group leader J-Bone)? | Musicians in Movies
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Ice-T. His most celebrated role, however is on the small screen, as Detective Odafin "Fin" Tutuola in "Law and Order: Special Victims Unit." He has received several Image Award nominations for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series and won the award in 2002.
| Ain't it funny that this fly girl was listed as the most powerful actress in the 2007 Guinness World Records? Which ex-dancer showed her acting chops in "Anaconda" (as a National Geographic documentary director/snake bait), "Shall We Dance" (as a sexy ballroom dance instructor), and "An Unfinished Life" (as a widowed mother escaping her abusive boyfriend)? | Musicians in Movies
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Jennifer Lopez. Ms. Lopez has been recognized by many award-giving organizations, most notably when she was nominated for a Golden Globe for her starring role in "Selena". None of this however, will be able to erase her "Razzie" winning turn in "Gigli" from the minds of many.
| Promise me you'll remember this crooner who has contributed his silky voice to many memorable movie soundtracks. Which New Orleans native appeared in "Memphis Belle" (as a WWII B-17 Flying Fortress crewman), "Copycat" (as serial killer Daryll Lee Cullum), and "Hope Floats" (as Sandra Bullock’s love interest)? | Musicians in Movies
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Harry Connick Jr.. This Grammy winning musician also made a mark on the small screen with a recurring role as Grace’s boyfriend on "Will and Grace".
| We will always love this Grammy winner and Kennedy Center Honoree. Which country diva starred in "Rhinestone" (as a country singer out to prove a point), "Steel Magnolias" (as beauty parlor owner Truvy), and "Straight Talk" (as a talk radio host)? | Musicians in Movies
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Dolly Parton. In 2006, Dolly received her second Oscar nomination, although neither was for acting. She was nominated for Best Original Song for in 1981 for "9 to 5" from the film of the same name and again in 2006 for "Travelin' Thru" from "Transamerica".
| Let's dance with one of the heroes of 70's British glam rock. Who was the man who sold the world in the films "Basquiat" (as pop artist Andy Warhol), "The Last Temptation of Christ" (as Roman governor Pontius Pilate), and "The Prestige" (as inventor Nikola Tesla)? | Musicians in Movies
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David Bowie. David seems to have a knack for playing historical people, though he is perhaps best remembered for his role as Jareth, the Goblin King in Jim Henson's 1986 musical fantasy "Labyrinth".
| Do you believe this chanteuse has received an Oscar, an Emmy, a Grammy, and three Golden Globes? Which award wining dark lady was more than strong enough in "Silkwood" (as Meryl Streep’s frumpy lesbian friend), "The Witches of Eastwick" (as a sculptress with magical abilities), and "Tea with Mussolini"(as an American art collector in fascist Italy)? | Musicians in Movies
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Cher. Cher is one of only a handful of musicians who has recieved Oscar recognition for her acting. She was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for "Silkwood" and received the Best Actress Oscar for her roll in the 1987 romantic comedy "Moonstruck".
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