It's been 16 years since Malcolm-Jamal Warner stopped playing Theo Huxtable from 'The Cosby Show' and although he has some televison shows after that such as 'Malcolm & Eddie', 'Jeremiah', and 'Listen Up', I've always felt he should have parlayed his TV fame to the film world.
Well, in a hopeful sign of good things to come, Warner has a role in 'Fool's Gold' opposite Matther McConaughey and Kate Hudson. Also featured in the film are Donald Sutherland, Alexis Dziena, Kevin Hart, and Brian Hooks.
Ben "Finn" Finnegan (Matthew McConaughey) is an affable, modern-day treasure hunter who is obsessed with finding the legendary 18th century Queen's Dowry--40 chests of priceless treasure that was lost at sea in 1715. In his quest, Finn has sunk everything he has, including his marriage to Tess Finnegan (Kate Hudson).
Just as Tess has begun to rebuild her life, working aboard a mega-yacht owned by billionaire Nigel Honeycutt (Donald Sutherland), Finn discovers a vital clue to the treasure's whereabouts. Much to Tess' consternation, Finn maneuvers himself aboard Nigel's yacht and, using his roguish charm, convinces the tycoon and his celebutante daughter, Gemma (Alexis Dziena), to join him in the pursuit of the Spanish treasure. But they are not the only ones after the prize. Finn's one-time mentor, Moe Fitch (Ray Winstone), and a ruthless local gangster (Kevin Hart) are intent on beating Finn to the prize. Let the treasure hunt begin.
Warner's role is as a Rastafarian henchman and although it's not a big one, but it's a start in the right direction if he's going to go the film route.
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By: Natalia on 2/08/2008 6:04PM
Wow he is a great guy. I know him personally. Love Ya Malcolm.
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By: nj on 2/08/2008 6:49PM
We just went and saw the movie "Fool's Gold".
All my husband and I can say, poor Cosby kids, are any of them making good choices these days, beside Rayvin, this movies was just bad, and Theo look ...well bad~bad acting, bad role, he looked fat, just plain out of shape...he need to go to the gym or call JennY C~ sorry theo, I had such a crush on you back in the day..oh well~
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By: DreamsInBlue on 2/11/2008 8:01AM
Welcome back Malcolm!
You have been a favorite actor of mine since your Cosby Show days. My 39 year old son has been told many times that the two of you resemble. So in truth, you both are quite handsome men...no doubt! (Smile) Malcolm, may your road to success continue on for you. I'll be looking for you on the silver screen. Oh! By the way, I loved your character in "Love For Hire".
Prayers, Love, Peace, and Blessings to you Malcolm
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By: DreamsInBlue on 2/11/2008 8:00AM
To N.J. commentor #2...
Sooooo....just how long have you been walking on water? parting seas? been perfect? Give Malcolm a chance and stop with all of the negativity.
SMHITD@NJ
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By: flipone on 2/11/2008 8:36AM
It's an action comedy with a PG-13 rating people. It's not some big serious film to go out and think there's going to be Oscar caliber story telling going on. nj Wake up, it's a family movie. Good luck Malcolm! I've watched all of your shows and you are a good actor. Hope to see you doing more in the future.
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By: Zenobia on 2/11/2008 2:41PM
I agree with the "walk-on-water" response from another poster. The person who thought that Theo was fat and went on to say the movie(s) was bad with bad acting, has not been on any screen that I have ever seen. Raven is spelled like this. Raven. Not Rayvin.
Some people.
Keep going Malcolm...we love you!
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By: Haters Suck A Dick! on 2/15/2008 1:12AM
I just wanted to let #2. NJ- (NUT JOB).....with their non spelling self (Raven)...know that Malcolm is a very good actor/musician and has been since the Cosby show...(and Nut Job #2...has done How Many Movies???....Television Shows?????...)...so as they use to say..."If you have nothing good to say....say nothing at all"....because unlike yourself... Malcolm has fans....more than you'll ever have...Malcolm We Love You...and your sexy ways.....with or without the dreads:)....Happy Valentines' Day...Everyone!!!....
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By: Pat williams on 2/11/2008 9:27PM
My props to you.Keep the Faith,Stay on a POSITIVE Path and only GOOD Things will happen. You are a very handsome man. May God Bless and Keep you .
Peace Pat-Pat in Pgh,Pa.
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By: Toni on 2/11/2008 11:05PM
Malcolm is a spoken word artist and a bass guitar player. He has his own band making some awesome music. He really doesn't need anyone's pity because he's doing just fine check him out at.
http://www.malcolmjamalwarner.com/homepage.html
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By: claudia draper on 2/13/2008 1:38AM
Your mom knows best malcolm.I love the hair cut and you are one of the best!
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