Elizabeth Gorcey (born January 1, 1962[1]) is an American filmmaker, actress, and writer. She has held leading roles in films such as Kidco and Footloose while also producing and directing films which include Just Another Man's Story and Breast Pump & Blender. She is also the author of the children's book series Liv on Life.
Elizabeth Gorcey | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 1, 1962 Elberon, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Monmouth University |
| Occupation(s) | Filmmaker, actress, writer |
| Years active | 1984–present |
| Website | www |
Early life and education
editGorcey was raised in Long Branch, New Jersey[1] and attended Long Branch High School.[2] She was interested in acting at a young age, but began by focusing on painting and sculpting. She also sang with the Metropolitan Opera Company.[3]
Gorcey graduated high school at the age of 16 and went on to the American Conservatory Theater on a summer scholarship. She attended the University of Arizona and Monmouth University.[1]
Career
editIn her early career, Gorcey gave summer stock theater performances at The Barn Theatre in Michigan,[4] including in the productions of "Carousel," "Damn Yankees" and "My Fair Lady."[3] After her first year, she returned to New Jersey where she obtained her real estate license, returning the following summer for more acting.
Her first leading roles in film came as June Cessna in the film Kidco,[3] and Wendy Jo in the 1984 film Footloose. She went on to act in films such as Teen Wolf and television shows such as Highway to Heaven.[5]
Her acting led to a film career of directing and producing.[5] She directed the 2012 documentary Adopting Ginny,[6] and produced and directed the award-winning documentary Just Another Man's Story.
Outside of film, Gorcey is the author of the children's book series Liv on Life. The series was inspired by her daughter and grew into a lifestyle brand of products.[5] She is also an artist and has conducted workshops as part of her charitable work.[7][8]
Filmography
editFilmmaker
edit| Year | Title | Writer | Producer | Director | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Sweet Onion | No | Yes | No | Short film | [5] |
| 2005 | Adopting Ginny | No | Yes | Yes | Documentary | [6] |
| 2007 | Wedding Jimmy | No | Yes | No | Short film | |
| 2008 | Breast Pump & Blender | Yes | Yes | Yes | Short film | |
| 2013 | Just Another Man's Story | No | Yes | Yes | Short film | [5] |
| 2015 | Quit | Yes | Yes | Yes | Short film | |
| 2017 | Radio Mary | No | Yes | No | Film | |
| 2021 | Peeling the Stinky Onion | No | Yes | Yes | Television film | [5] |
Acting
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Footloose | Wendy Jo | |
| 1984 | Kidco | June Cessna | |
| 1984 | Grandview, U.S.A. | Bonnie Clark | |
| 1985 | Teen Wolf | Tina | |
| 1986 | Highway to Heaven | Andrea | |
| 1987 | Beauty and the Beast | Cozy | Episode: "No Way Down" |
| 1987 | The New Mike Hammer | Lisa | Episode: "Green Blizzard" |
| 1989 | Iced | Diane | |
| 2012 | The Improbable Journey of Berta Benz | Voice of Klara Benz | |
| 2021 | Peeling the Stinky Onion | Zelda Shapiro |
Personal life
editGorcey is the second cousin to stage and film actor Leo Gorcey.[1]
References
edit- ^ a b c d Patrick, Wally (20 February 1983). "Another Gorcey lands in Hollywood". Asbury Park Press. Asbury Park Press. Newspapers.com. p. 145. Retrieved 15 January 2023.
- ^ "Elizabeth Gorcey and Long Branch High School". Asbury Park Press. 1984-08-17. p. 33. Retrieved 2023-01-15.
- ^ a b c "The Making of Footloose". Blu-ray. 12 October 2011.
- ^ "Former barnie has key film role". The South Bend Tribune. The South Bend Tribune. Newspapers.com. 8 June 1984. p. 33. Retrieved 15 January 2023.
- ^ a b c d e f Gaita, Paul (14 August 2021). "What The Cast Of Footloose Is Doing Today". Looper. Retrieved 15 January 2023.
- ^ a b "Adopting Ginny". CNN. Vimeo. Retrieved 15 January 2023.
- ^ Bui, Anh (17 November 1994). "The Healing Brush". The Napa Valley Register. Newspapers.com.
- ^ Bui, Anh (17 November 1994). "Kids with AIDS virus use art as release". The Fresno Bee. Newspapers.com.
