Robert Rusler Movies
Supporting actor, onscreen from Weird Science (1985). ~ All Movie Guide
Andrew Shea's scabrous and brutal psychological drama Forfeit concerns Frank O'Neal (Billy Burke), a man who once murdered his abusive father as an adolescent, and fled from his home in Los Angeles. Now, after years away from that city, a thirtysomething Frank returns to L.A., accepts a job as an armored car guard, and attempts to re-bond with an old sweetheart, Karen (E.R.'s Sherry Stringfield). But in reality, Frank is a clinical sociopath, scheming and plotting to stage a massive robbery and setting Karen up to take the rap. Frank is also a die-hard religious proselytizer, guided in his pursuits by a domineering, manipulative televangelist who controls everything he says and does. In time, as Frank prepares to execute the robbery, the minister pushes him to the edge of a complete mental breakdown. Gregory Itzin and Wayne Knight (Basic Instinct) co-star. ~ Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Billy Burke, Sherry Stringfield, (more)
Cliff De Young, Robert Rusler, and Joe Michael Burke star in Children of the Corn director Fritz Kiersch's tale of a man and his son who set out to make a hunting video, but quickly learn that what was once the predator has now become the prey. The forest can be a dangerous place, and after stumbling across a bizarre religious sect and finding themselves stalked by a malevolent entity of unconfirmed origins, the treacherous trees begin to take on a downright deadly appearance. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Cliff De Young, Robert Rusler, (more)
A man hoping to make his way back to the big time starts by heading back to middle school in this comedy. Roy McCormick (Martin Lawrence) is one of the most successful coaches in college basketball, but he's just as famous for his hair-trigger temper as he is for molding winning teams. When an outburst of anger during a game escalates into an embarrassing public indecent, McCormick loses his job and is banned from college sports. Looking for a way to rehabilitate his image, McCormick takes a job coaching the basketball team at the middle school he used to attend, only to discover his players are a handful of misfits and losers with no skill on the court. Can McCormick mold the kids into a winning team -- and make himself into a better man along the way? Rebound also stars Wendy R. Robinson, Breckin Meyer, Horatio Sanz, Megan Mullally, and Patrick Warburton. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Martin Lawrence, Wendy Raquel Robinson, (more)
Bruce Willis and Matthew Perry reprise their roles as a killer for hire and a dentist with a bad case of nerves in this sequel to the comedy hit The Whole Nine Yards. Former hitman Jimmy "The Tulip" Tudeski (Bruce Willis) has retired from his life of crime and is living a quiet life of cooking and housekeeping in Mexico, despite the fact his wife, Jill (Amanda Peet), a would-be hired killer, still wants to keep her hand in the business. Tudeski has been able to convince the authorities he's dead thanks to dental records falsified by his former neighbor Nicholas "Oz" Oseransky (Matthew Perry), who lives in Los Angeles. But Oseransky discovers that not everyone is fooled by Tudeski's handiwork when his wife, Cynthia (Natasha Henstridge), is kidnapped by Lazlo Gogolak (Kevin Pollak) and his goons. Gogolak is a high-ranking member of the Hungarian mafia, and Tudeski previously murdered his son, so he's abducted Cynthia in order to get Oseransky to reveal the hired killer's current whereabouts. But Tudeski has come to like the quiet life, and isn't so sure he wants to face Gogolak and his crew for the sake of a jittery dentist who once did him a favor. Most of the principle cast of The Whole Nine Yards returned for this sequel, though director Howard Deutch stepped in to replace Jonathan Lynn, who was working on The Fighting Temptations when The Whole Ten Yards went into production. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Willis, Matthew Perry, (more)
- 1995
The Centauri emerge victorious in their war against the Narn, largely due to the leadership of Londo. Ordered to surrender G'Kar to the Centauri, Sheridan temporarily offers sanctuary to his comrade in arms. And the mysterious Draal (John Schuck) contacts Sheridan with some startling information.J. Michael Straczynski's script for "The Long, Twilight Struggle" was full of suprising plot twists to which viewers in England were privy long before the series' American fans. The episode first aired in the United Kingdom on August 1, 1995, then made its belated US debut on October 19 of that year. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
Lyta Alexander (Patricia Tallman, B5's first telepath, pays a return visit to the station. But it isn't a social visit: Now the head of a resistance movement, Lyta is determined to expose a Psi Corps "sleeper" spy, who has the power to recruit other spies without their conscious knowledge. Sheridan gives Lyta a free hand in her investigation, but Ivanova offers unexpected resistance. Another surprising development occurs when Lyta comes face to face with Vorlon ambassador Kosh. Written by J. Michael Straczynski, "Divided Loyalties" made its TV debut in the United Kingdom on July 2, 1995, but was held back from American release until October 12 of that year. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
Written by J. Michael Straczynski, this Babylon 5 episode addresses several issues pertinent to the real-life AIDS epidemic. A deadly plague threatens to spread throughout Babylon 5. Hampering Dr. Franklin's treatment of the victims and his search for a cure is the obstreperous behavior of the plague carriers, the Markab, who regard the scourge as "God's punishment". "Confessions and Lamentations" first aired on May 24, 1995. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
Captain Sheridan is subject to bizarre hallucinations while visiting the Gray Corridor. Seeking solutions to these strange visions, both Dr. Franklin and Garibaldi risk their own lives. And Londo plays host to Urza Jaddo (Carmen Argenziano), an old friend who has been accused of treason by the Centauri government. Written by Lawrence G. DiTillio, "Knives" made its first American TV appearance on May 17, 1995. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
Season Two of Babylon 5 came to an end with the episode titled "The Fall of Night." Not satisfied with conquering the Narn, the Centauri continue waging war on other worlds. Sheridan's willingness to shelter a Narn warship causes friction during negotiations between the Centauri and the Earth. As the story rushes to a cliffhanging close, Keffer makes a startling discovery, and Ambassador Koch performs above and beyond the call of duty to save Sheridan's life. This final chapter in the series' "The Coming of Shadows" saga was written by J. Michael Straczynski); it first aired in the United Kingdom on August 15, 1995, then in America on November 1 of that same year. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
Delenn's fate in the hands of the ancient inquistor Sebastian (Wayne Alexander), a 19th century earthling who has spent his life among the Vorlon. Meanwhile, Narn loyalist G'Kan sets the stage for a potential uprising against the Centauri conquerors. He is aided by B5 Security Chief Garibaldi, who enters into a shaky alliance with an illegal arm dealer. Written by J. Michael Straczynski, "Comes the Inquistor" aired in the United Kingdom on August 8, 1995, then ran in America on October 26 of that year. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
The ongoing war between the Narn and Centauri threatens to escalate throughout the universe. G'Kar implores Sheridan to fight on the side of the Narns. Elsewhere, Ivanova must negotiate with the Lumati, a hostile alien species, and Londo begins to allow his newly acquired power to supercede his good judgment. Paul Williams guest-stars as Taq. Written by J. Michael Straczynski, "Acts of Sacrifice" first aired on February 22, 1995. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
Sheridan is kidnapped by aliens, just as General Hague (Robert Foxworth) arrives for an important conference with the B5 Commander. Left in charge, Ivanova is forced to make a fateful decision--and a potentially fatal journey towards an unknown source of "bright light and turbulence". Meanwhile, the "new" Delenn is expelled from the Grey Council. Originally telecast on February 15, 1995, "All Alone in the Night" was written by J. Michael Straczunski. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
Babylon 5 plays reluctant host to 25,000 ground-pounding Earth troops, who, acting under secret orders, have been assigned to snuff out a rebellion. Exacerbating an already unpleasant situation is the fact that the troop's leader (Paul Winfield is Dr. Franklin's long-estranged father. The title of this episode refers to a vindictive alien race, from whom Delenn can expect no good. Written by Lawrence G. DiTillio}, "Gropos" was originally broadcast on February 8, 1995. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
On the verge of death, the Emperor of Centauri (Turhan Bey) hopes to negotiate honorable peace with the Narn. Instead, a power struggle blossoms into an all-out war, with Nondo in the middle. And former B5 Commander Sinclair makes unexpected contact with Garibaldi, delivering a message which could well determine the fate of everyone on the space station. First telecast on February 1, 1995, "The Coming of Shadows" was written by J. Michael Straczynski. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
Sheridan learns that Morden (Ed Wasser) survived the explosion that supposedly killed the Commander's wife. Pumping Morden for details, Sheridan inadvertently endangers everyone on board B5. Meanwhile, the station is besieged by both Narn refugees and a recruiter from a new Earth Alliance Agency. To reveal any more of the plot would, in this case, be unthinkable. Originally broadcast on May 10, 1995, "In the Shadow of Z'ha'dum" was written by J. Michael Straczynski. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
An ISN TV crew covers a "typical" 36 hours in the life of Babylon 5. The crew's visit unexpectedly coincides with a dangerous upsurge in Narn hostilities against Centauri. As written by J. Michael Straczynski, this episode deliberately invokes memories of CNN's coverage of the Persian Gulf War, with Kim Zimmer bringing a slyly satiric spin to the role of commentator Cynthia Torqueman. "And Now for a Word" was originally telecast on May 3, 1995. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
After killing a Minbari warrior in self defense, Sheridan is charged with murder. The fate of both the Earth and Minbari is in the hands of a hostile self-proclaimed eyewitness. Caitlin Brown who previously appeared on Babylon 5 as Na'Toth, is here cast as Guinevere Corey -- and billed as Julie Caitlin Brown. Written by Peter David (who managed to include an amusing spoof of TV-series merchandising), "There All the Honor Lies" first aired on April 26, 1995. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
A fugitive from the Security Force, Dr. Everett Jacobs (Anthony Steadman). has evidence pertaining to the assassination of the Earth President. Sheridan would like to protect him, but may overstep his authority in doing so. And some pertinent facts about Ambassador Kosh are revealed. Bernie Casey guest-stars as Special Intelligence Agent Derek Cranston, who might be pursuing his own agenda while chasing after Dr. Jacobs. First broadcast on March 1, 1995, "Hunter, Prey" was written by J. Michael Straczynski. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
Walter Koenig returns as Psi Cop Bester, who is investigating reports of an underground railroad specializing in smuggling unregistered telepaths to freedom. Bester's vesit places Talia in the unenviable position of either remaining loyal to her B5 duties or aiding her fellow telepaths. Meanwhile, Sheridan rebels against a proposed "space rent." Written by J.Michael Straczynski, "A Race Through Dark Places" first aired on January 26, 1995. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1995
A tranquil Arizona community is being terrorized by a series of robberies staged by an elusive truck-stop bandit. In addition, a number of disreputable-looking strangers have descended upon the community in search of buried treasure. Fortuously visiting a friend who lives near the town in question, Jessica (Angela Lansbury) ends up helping the new, inexperienced sheriff handle the onslaught of trouble--which of course is capped by a murder. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1994
Londo's political ambitions nearly prove to be his downfall when he manages to alienate a visiting Techno-Mage (a humanoid wizard) named Elric (Michael Ansara). Newly promoted to a diplomatic post, Ivanova arbitrates an ancient rivalry. And Garibaldi, at last recovered from his wound, makes a fateful decision. First broadcast on November 16, 1994, "The Geometry of Shadows" was written by J. Michael Straczynski. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1994
Russ Tamblyn guest-stars as Capt. Maynard, an old war buddy of Captain Sheridan's. Maynard's arrival prompts Sheridan to realign his priorities --- and then disaster strikes. On other fronts, Delenn runs afoul of the Delenn hierarchy, while Dr. Franklin tries to administer nutritional advice to some unwilling patients. The episode rushes to a conclusion with a desperate rescue mission, launched from hyperspace. Written by D.C. Fontana, "A Distant Star" was originally telecast on November 23, 1994. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1994
Subtitled "The Coming of Shadows," Season Two of Babylon 5 was launched on November 2, 1994. In the first episode, "Points of Departure", Bruce Boxleitner joins the cast as Captain John Sheridan, who assumes command of B5 when Sinclair is appointed ambassador to Minbar. Sheridan's first assignment is to deal with a renegade Minbari spaceship--a delicate situation, in that Sheridan's status as a war hero was predicted upon an attack against a Minbari outpost 12 years earlier. "Points of Departure" was written by J. Michael Straczynski. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1994
Security Chief Garibaldi remains comatose after being shot while investigating the assassination of the Earth Alliance president. In hopes of saving Garibaldi's life, Dr. Franklin performs a forbidden alien medical procedure. Meanwhile, Delenn takes on an entirely new appearance after emerging from her cocoon, Sheridan's sister arrives to reopen the Commander's grief over the loss of his wife, G'Kar returns from the destroyed Quad 37 armed with new information about an old enemy of the Narn. Written by J. Michael Straczynski, "Revelations" first aired on November 9, 1994. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
- 1994
Londo surprises his colleagues when he announces his plans to divorce two of his three wives. Meanwhile Talia has an unpleasant reunion with her ex-husband Matthew Stoner (Keith Szarabajka), an occasion that stirs up Garibaldi's suspicious nature. And on the lighter side, the ever-changing Delenn solicits beauty advice from Ivanova. First telecast December 14, 1994, "Soul Mates" (working title: "Pestilence, Famine and Death") was written by Peter David, who was also responsible for several Babylon 5 script novelizations. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Bruce Boxleitner, Claudia Christian, (more)
