Al Waxman

Overview

Known for
Acting
Gender
Other
Birthday
Mar 02, 1935 (90 years old)
Death date
Jan 18, 2001

Al Waxman

Known For

Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows
TV Show 2001

Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows

Chronicles the life of Judy Garland, from her first public performance in 1924 until her death.

What Makes a Family
2h 0m
Movie 2001

What Makes a Family

Janine and Sandy are a lesbian couple who decide to have a baby, but after a few years Sandy dies. This tragedy is exploited by Sandy's parents to snatch the girl from Janine's care. But then, and despite having the laws against her, Janine decides to fight in order to regain custody of her daughter.

The Ride
2h 0m
Movie 2000

The Ride

Originally intended as a pilot for a drama series on Canadian channel Showcase, this TV movie follows the daily lives of drivers for an urban cab company.

The Thin Blue Lie
1h 37m
Movie 2000

The Thin Blue Lie

Philadelphia, 1976. The city of Brotherly Love is waging a successful war against crime led by its tough-talking mayor, Frank Rizzo. But a maverick investigative reporter, Jonathan Neumann, has heard some troubling rumors: stories of innocent people victimized by a "goon squad" of law enforcement officers.

Something from Nothing
0h 23m
Movie 1999

Something from Nothing

A holiday special based on Phoebe Gilman's award-winning book, this is the heartwarming story of a boy named Joseph, his beloved Grandfather and his special friend, Mazel the mouse. A celebration of Jewish culture and traditions, Something From Nothing is a warm-hearted, Hanukkah classic about love, hope and renewal.

In the Company of Spies
1h 44m
Movie 1999

In the Company of Spies

An operative for the CIA is captured and interrogated by Korean officials; his bosses, in order to protect national security, decide to bring an old operative out of retirement to retrieve both the agent and the vital information in his possession.

Twice in a Lifetime
1h 0m
TV Show 1999

Twice in a Lifetime

Prematurely deceased people are given the opportunity to correct something that went wrong in their lives and thus change them for the better.

A Saintly Switch
1h 28m
Movie 1999

A Saintly Switch

The story is about a married couple with children on the verge of divorce. Their imminent divorce, like many, is due to their mutual lack of respect and compassion for each other and the effect it has on their children. When the family makes a traumatic move to New Orleans they move into an old, Victorian home. There, in the attic, the children think they have found the "magic" to solve their parent's problems. The children accidentally manage to switch the souls of their parents. Now the wife must face the perils of the lockeroom and pressures as family breadwinner and the husband must face pregnancy and bond with his children. Newfound respect and appreciation is gained as the couple finally find out what it's like to walk in the other person's shoes.

Naked City: A Killer Christmas
1h 35m
Movie 1998

Naked City: A Killer Christmas

An ambitious reporter gets in the way of two cops assigned to investigate a serial killer who becomes active around Christmas time..

At the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez Story
2h 0m
Movie 1998

At the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez Story

Based on a true story of Sue Rodriguez who campaigned for the right to die with dignity, opening a controversial ethical debate throughout Canada.

Biography

Al Waxman was a prolific actor and director, leaving a mark on over 1000 productions in radio, television, film, and theatre. His role in "King of Kensington" stood out as a highlight among his successful Canadian TV series. Additionally, he starred in acclaimed series like "Cagney & Lacey," "Missing Treasures," and "Twice in a Lifetime." His theatrical ventures spanned from off-Broadway in New York to the West End in London, earning praise at the Stratford Festival for his performance as Willy Loman in "Death of a Salesman" and his direction of "The Diary of Anne Frank." Waxman's accolades included ACTRA and Gemini awards for acting, and recognition from organizations like the American Women in Film for his directorial prowess. His commitment to various charitable causes, including the Canadian Cancer Society and the Heart & Stroke Foundation, showcased his dedication to social impact. His contributions were honoured with distinctions such as the Order of Ontario in 1996 and the Order of Canada in 1997.

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