Melanie Jayne Lynskey (/ ˈ l ɪ n s k i / LIN-skee; [2] born 16 May 1977) is a New Zealand actress. Known for her portrayals of complex women and her command of American accents, [3] [4] she works predominantly in independent films and television.

Melanie Lynskey. Actress: Togetherness. While still in high school, Melanie Lynskey dazzled the film industry with an eruptive star turn in Peter Jackson's revered true crime masterpiece, Heavenly Creatures (1994).

New Zealand actress Melanie Lynskey made her film debut in 1994 when she played teenage murderess Pauline Parker in Heavenly Creatures, a crime drama directed by Peter Jackson.

Melanie Lynskey. Actress: Togetherness. While still in high school, Melanie Lynskey dazzled the film industry with an eruptive star turn in Peter Jackson's revered true crime masterpiece, Heavenly Creatures (1994).

Oct 11, 2023 · Melanie Lynskey is worth watching in everything she's in, but there are 10 movies and TV shows in particular that are best among her filmography. Yellowjackets' adult Shauna actress Melanie Lynskey has a long career in Hollywood - here are other TV shows and movies she's recognized from.

Melanie Jayne Lynskey (born May 16, 1977) is a New Zealand actress. Known for her portrayals of complex women and her command of American dialects, she works predominantly in independent films.

Mar 11, 2024 · 'Yellowjackets' star Melanie Lynskey's journey from character actress to leading lady has been fascinating to watch. Here's a look at her singular career. Learn how the New Zealander became Hollywood's go-to for playing complex women

23 hours ago · Award-winning actor Melanie Lynskey talks about the upcoming third season of the hit series "Yellowjackets," which is about a high school girl's soccer team surviving a plane crash and its impact ...

Mar 14, 2023 · Lynskey, who was 15 at the time, was cast opposite Kate Winslet, as a teenager who conspires to murder her own mother. She is thrilling in the role, with a scowl that burns through the...

Melanie filmed four features: Detroit Rock City (1999), period drama The Cherry Orchard and gangster drama Shooters, and the cult LGBTQI film But I’m A Cheerleader (1999). The following year, she starred as Gloria, the best friend of Violet, played by Piper Perabo, in …