And while the house is pretty darn incredible, it was actually the backyard area, which appeared quite frequently in Alpha Dog, that I became so enamored of. View the profiles of people named Frankie Ballenbacher. Cheers! Bruce Willis has been in tons of action movies since "Alpha Dog." Lindsay. Gina Cassavetes), "Cookie Monster" (Paul Graham & Paul Bushnell), This page was last edited on 28 January 2023, at 02:16. Justin Timberlake as Frankie "Nuts" Ballenbacher, Johnny's right hand man and best friend, who becomes friends with Zack when he is assigned to watch him. He began dating Robin Wright in 2012 and they got engaged in early 2014 but called things off in November of that year. The film is set in November 1999. It tells the story of Johnny Truelove (Emile Hirsch), a young drug dealer in Claremont, California and his circle of friends, which includes Frankie Ballenbacher (Justin Timberlake), Tiko "TKO" Martinez (Fernando Vargas) and Elvis Schmidt (Shawn Hatosy). RELATED: Stars in trouble with the law in 2016. Justin Timberlake as Frankie "Nuts" Ballenbacher, Johnny's right hand man and best friend, who becomes friends with Zack when he is assigned to watch him. Wha-a-at? Frankie, I thought we were boys! : Not only has he had some big film roles, but he also starred in the famous "Bonnie and Clyde" TV miniseries as Clyde Barrow. -LATimes.com, Yes, the drug dealer and mastermind behind Nicholas Markowitz's murder, Jesse James Hollywood (renamed Johnny Truelove in the movie), fled the United States through Canada and went to Brazil, where he lived for close to five years. Mickey is also the films narrator, telling the story of his romantic entanglement with an older woman and her stepdaughter. -LATimes.com, Yes. Justin also released a new album, "20/20," in 2013, which earned him seven Grammy nominations at the 2014 ceremony (he won three). Upon being asked about how his son was able to escape authorities for four years without help, Sonny denies any claim. The buildings have erupted in. 218 following. I don't see a reason to, I'm going home, why would I complicate it?" It's good for you. Would the owner be willing to give me a tour. The film is set in November 1999. She was Jenny Reilly on "The Black Donnellys," Dr. Remy "Thirteen" Hadley on "House," Olivia on "Doll & Em" and, most recently, Devon Finestra on "Vinyl." You better get yourself a good lawyer! In the United States, Alpha Dog was released on January 12, 2007 along with Stomp the Yard & Primeval. Frankie is a tragic figure - a boy who's in way over his head and ends up frozen in a state of moral paralysis because he fails to see the one clear way out of what he believes to be an inescapable trap. To refresh your memory, "Alpha Dog" was based on the true story of the kidnapping and murder of Nicholas Markowitz in 2000. Nicholas Samuel Markowitz (September 19, 1984 August 9, 2000) was an American teenager who was kidnapped and murdered at the age of 15 after a feud over drug money between his half-brother Benjamin Markowitz and Jesse James Hollywood. The guilty conviction makes Hollywood eligible for the death penalty. In addition to making movies, she's raised her profile on the small screen as well. Frankie Ballenbacher I would NEVER rat you guys out. : Let's do this! The life of one soldier is worth too little in Squad by Frankie_Ballenbacher in joinsquad. : : Answer: Sharon Stone Sharon Stone plays Olivia Mazursky. He also took on the role of Lance Armstrong in "The Program" and played Richard Livesey in "The Finest Hours." Justin's character was based on Jesse Rugge, who was charged with aggravated kidnapping with special circumstances and served 11 years of a life sentence before being released on parole. Zach parties with his captors as things begin to spin out of control. In 2014, they had another girl, Evelyn. In researching the Alpha Dog true story, we learned that the threesome is fiction. When delivered with ample craft and sufficient sentiment, tales of absolution like Palmer take on qualifiers like necessary and human and in some cases, delightful all of which are true here. Johnny Truelove In honor of the film's 10th anniversary, Wonderwall.com is taking a look at what its stars are up to now! Fatima Sani is a New York-born Nigerian storyteller attending college in Florida. I mean, think about it, that's what I'd be doing. [Elvis keeps his grip on Frankie and smirks]. : Frankie Ballenbacher Ben Markowitz and Jesse Hollywood's father Jack testified that Ben owed Jesse a $1,200 drug debt. Inspired by Jesse Rugge. Emile Hirsch played Johnny Truelove, a character based on Hollywood. Others like you also viewed Ben Markowitz Categories Community content is available under CC-BY-SA unless otherwise noted. Jesus, first you give me mouth, now you're giving me fucking tears. : In real life, this character was based on Ryan Hoyt, who was sentenced to death for the murder of Nicholas Markowitz. Could Nicholas Markowitz have escaped his captors? Join Facebook to connect with Frankie Ballenbacher and others you may know. However, after a threatening phone call with Jake, and learning from his lawyer that he could face life in prison, Johnny offers to forget Elvis' debt if he kills Zack, giving him a submachine gun. [4] Rugge was incarcerated in Avenal State Prison for his part in Nicholas Markowitz's murder. | The Apple TV+ drama only proves Timberlakes talent and range as an actor even as he faces criticism whenever he acts in a film. Brian Affronti, who is portrayed by Alex Solowitz and renamed Bobby '911' Kaye in the movie, testified that he saw Nicholas Markowitz unbound and playing video games on the couch at a house in Santa Barbara. As for Ben's love life, he's been engaged more than once. Ben Foster joined his "Alpha Dog" co-star Emile Hirsch for another movie, "Lone Survivor." 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Frankie Ballenbacher : Emile Hirsch played Johnny Truelove, a character. The character was based on John "Jack" Hollywood, Jesse James Hollywood's dad. Apart from these tats, JT has some fake tattoos for a while when he did the movie Alpha Dogs. He is originally tasked to kidnap the younger brother of a client indebted to Johnny, but plans change as the situation becomes dire, and he is instructed to do away with the victim. Hollywood was captured by Brazilian authorities in March 2005. Frankie Ballenbacher After Hollywood was captured in Saquarema, Brazil, and subsequently returned to the United States, his defense lawyer claimed Zonen had a conflict of interest; the California Court of Appeal for the Second District ruled on October 5, 2006, that Zonen should be recused from further involvement in prosecuting Hollywood because of his disclosure of the files and work on the film. Frankie Ballenbacher The 66-year-old reprised his iconic character John McClane in 2013's A Good Day to Die Hard . Synopsis. Susan Hartunian Jack worked as a paid consultant on the movie set and acknowledged that Bruce's character portrayal in the film was not exactly favorable. : The character was based on Nicholas Markowitz, who was 15 when he was kidnapped and murdered. Fucking let go of me! He attempted to go unnoticed under the name "Michael Costa Giroux" and told people he was born in Rio de Janeiro. While I have a life to liveThank You King Jesus! She was Sophie in "Mama Mia" and Cosette in "Les Miserables." Believing Zack will be returning home that night, Frankie and his friends throw a raucous party at a hotel. Im from the UK id love to have a tour of the house. : Career aside, Shawn is happily married with two children. [23], A soundtrack was released by Milan Records on January 9, 2007. : Jesse Rugge is the real person Frankie Ballenbacher us based off of. Frankie Ballenbacher The film features an ensemble cast that includes Ben Foster, Shawn Hatosy, Emile Hirsch, Christopher Marquette, Sharon Stone, Justin Timberlake, Anton Yelchin, and Bruce Willis.[3]. We had a deal, remember? Zack Mazursky [Frankie takes Zack's arm and leads him up the hill] Frankie Ballenbacher: Let's just walk! [on Elvis] Do me a favor Susan, have a period or something. 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Release Dates Inspired by Nicholas Markowitz. But things quickly go from bad to worse while they have the 15-year-old in their care. Frankie Ballenbacher The "Die Hard" franchise may also continue with Bruce. He flawlessly made his way from being the face of N Sync to starring in some of the most iconic cinema classics to date. Fiesta, motherfuckers! First you yell at me, and now you're giving me the tears. The actor, record producer and singer-songwriters career spans almost three decades, and during this time, Timberlake has expanded his acting portfolio in a meaningful way. No, I don't smoke. He also has a few roles in films that are currently in production "The Swimmer," "All Nighter" and "The Chinese Widow." Relax, buddy! Hollywood could now face the death penalty. The house is on a Palm Springs Modernism tour this weekend on 2/25/2017. She also teamed up with "Alpha Dog" co-star Justin Timberlake for "In Time." She also starred with Amanda again in another movie, "Love the Coopers." He was sentenced to 15 days in jail, paid a fine of nearly $5,000 and performed 50 hours of community service. Timberlake's character, Frankie Ballenbacher, was based on Jesse Rugge, one of Hollywood's co-defendants, currently serving a life sentence. You can see him in "The Air I Breathe," "Into the Wild," "Speed Racer," "Milk," "Taking Woodstock," "The Darkest Hour," "Savages" and "Lone Survivor." So I immediately wrote to him and enlisted his help in tracking the place down. In early 2016, she went public with her "The Last Word" co-star Thomas Sadoski. : I got it under control. I'm going to get you home." : Sean is what one could call an ambivalent catalyst considering the both good and bad his actions cause for those involved. Nick's body was discovered three days later on August 12, 2000. She hasn't just been keeping up her good looks though! : : He was entrepreneur Sean Parker in "The Social Network," Scott Delacorte in "Bad Teacher," Dylan in "Friends with Benefits," Will Salas in "In Time," Richie Furst in "Runner Runner" and Jim in "Inside Llewyn Davis." Frankie Ballenbacher is on Facebook. Zack Mazursky The abode was originally designed in 1955 by legendary mid-century modernist architect E. Stewart Williams, the very same man who constructed the Kenaston Residence in Rancho Mirage - the dwelling where Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie posed for their now-infamous July 2005 W Magazine photo shoot . Emile Hirsch played Johnny Truelove, a character. During trial, it emerged that he had been killed following a dispute between his brother and Hollywood over more than $2,000 worth of marijuana. Timberlake was Ronnie in "Black Snake Moan" (2007). [23] Jeff Markowitz elaborated, "She is so tortured by what happened that she has tried to take her own life. Yeah, right? "Sometimes extreme sentences reflect unscientific beliefs; sometimes they reflect racism; and sometimes . Frankie calms Zack and ties him up with duct tape, before Elvis knocks Zack into the grave and shoots him dead. Elvis Schmidt Frankie Ballenbacher Next Alpha Dog Picture 3. The Alpha Dog true story confirms that Jesse James Hollywood (Johnny Truelove in the movie) and two friends, Jesse Rugge and William Skidmore, snatched up Nick Markowitz while he was walking along the side of the road in the late morning. Yes. Frankies nature is that of a hard-partying addict with an empathic side. Just a small correction to your blog, the house is situated on 1.1 acres not a quarter acre as written. The singer and actor said he was attracted to the role of being a feel-good character in a . You know how I get with this anxiety shit! And even though he had only worked on the portion of the movie that was filmed in Los Angeles and was therefore unsure of where the Ballenbacher home was located, he was instrumental in finally helping me to find it. : You, Frankie, have it under control. I fixed the info on the post. Then on June 1st, fellow stalker/location manager Scott Trimble, of the STS Locations website, wrote a comment on my post about the Caliente Tropics Resort, the motel featured in Alpha Dog, stating that he had actually worked on the movie. Frankie has a change of heart and offers the victim multiple chances to escape. : 20-year-old Jesse Rugge and 21-year-old Ryan Hoyt (portrayed by Justin Timberlake and Shawn Hatosy in the movie) marched Nick into the mountains and toward a shallow grave that 17-year-old Graham Pressley had helped dig earlier. It's not what you think, okay? Nick Markowitz was driven to the foot of Lizard's Mouth Trail in the Santa Ynez Mountains, which overlook Santa Barbara. In 1999, Johnny Truelove works as a young drug dealer while making a living in the San Gabriel Valley. | He also recently appeared in "Inferno" and "Warcraft: The Beginning." You cleansed me and I didn't earn it. [12] After the delay, Hollywood's trial started May 15, 2009, with the defense's opening statements saying Hollywood was not involved with the murder. [-] Frankie_Ballenbacher [ S]-1 points 15 days ago. Before his tragic death, Anton made a name for himself in the rebooted "Star Trek" movie franchise in the role of Chekov. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), my post about the Caliente Tropics Resort, can follow Scott on Twitter, and learn all about his many location scout adventures, here, 1275 South Calle De Maria in Palm Springs, Things to See in Palm Springs. I'll put you on a Greyhound. me and you have the same mind! : Jesse was sentenced to life in prison. lol. RELATED: Celebs with their cute kids in 2017. Timberlake plays Frankie Ballenbacher, a member of the dealer's gang who befriends the kidnapped teen. Hollywood took jobs walking dogs and teaching people English, but most of his income came from his father, John "Jack" Hollywood, who sent him $1,200 each month. : Yes. On July 2, 2013, Rugge was granted parole, and on October 24, 2013, he was released from prison after serving 11 years of his life sentence. Frankie Ballenbacher: [Frankie continues to break down crying] Zack, everything's cool, on my life, okay, l swear to God! Actor Justin Timberlake (right) portrays Rugge in the movie. Alpha Dog is based on events that took place in 2000 and characters are given fictional names. [13] In his opening statement, Lynn described Hollywood as "a ruthless coward. Rugge was acquitted of 1st degree murder, but was charged with aggravated kidnapping with special circumstances. On their way to see him, they saw Nicholas walking on the side of the road and decided to abduct him and hold him for ransom. Frankie Ballenbacher [2] After they chased, assaulted, and abducted Nicholas, they forced him into a white van and sped off. Spotting Zack on the side of a road, Johnny impulsively orders the gang to kidnap him, planning to hold Zack until Jake pays his debt. [19][20], Justin Chang of Variety wrote: "Writer-director Nick Cassavetes' sprawling dramatization recklessly blurs the line between reconstruction and reality in ways that are admittedly interesting, if more than a little artistically suspect. She attempted to take her life by combining alcohol with pills and on another occasion she cut her wrists (Dateline NBC). Most Read. Oh, man! Richie is faced with having to outwit others before they do so to him. Frankie Ballenbacher Well, fuck it, let's get to work! In 2003, the Markowitz family won an $11.2 million civil lawsuit against the kidnappers and the murderers, along with other defendants such as the family friend whose van was used in the kidnapping and the owners of several homes where Nicholas was held against his will. Big Fan Of the movie !!! Frankie Ballenbacher anyway, the locations i think personally make the movie- well, that and Justin! He was convicted in 2002 of aggravated kidnapping for ransom or extortion with special circumstances, but was acquitted on the murder charge. 'Cause I'm hungover like a bitch! Places to see in Palm Springs, Twin Palms Frank Sinatras Former Palm Springs Estate | IAMNOTASTALKER, The Hartunian House from Alpha Dog | IAMNOTASTALKER. No, what? RELATED: Child stars: Where are they now? Olivia has also appeared in "TRON: Legacy," "Cowboys and Aliens," "The Change-Up" and "People Like Us." | One of the witnesses is Zacks mother Olivia, now suffering from obesity and depression, who talks candidly about attempting suicide in the weeks after her son's tragic death. Frankie Ballenbacher Directed by George Stevens and starring Montgomery Clift, Elizabeth Taylor, and Shelley Winters, A Place in the Sun (1951) is based on the same horrendous crime that inspired author Theodore Dreiser to write his 1925 novel An American Tragedy: Chester Gillette's 1906 murder of his girlfriend, Grace Brown. As you can see above, the home is pretty darn incredible! He's also in a few films that are still in production including "Once Upon a Time in Venice," "First Kill" and "Death Wish." The problem was that he assumed he would be released. I'M UP HERE TO CLEAN UP YOUR MESS, AND YOU'RE GONNA FUCKING HELP ME, OR THE WHOLE WORLD IS GONNA COME DOWN ON YOUR HEAD! In film, he most recently played Humphrey Bowls in "Medicine Men." Willis has three daughters Rumer, 33, Scout, 30, and Tallulah, 27with ex-wife Demi Moore and two . Justin Timberlake starred as Frankie Ballenbacher, Johnny Truelove's best bud who befriended Zack Mazursky in order to watch him. . : You want a cigarette? Pressley (portrayed by Chris Marquette in the film) waited in the car but could hear Ryan Hoyt taking Nick's life, shooting him nine times after first striking him in the back of the head with a shovel, a blow that sent the 15-year-old hurtling into the grave. [8][9] The California Supreme Court subsequently reversed that holding,[10][11] but Zonen was replaced as lead prosecution attorney by Deputy District Attorney Joshua Lynn. You know what, Susan? Frankie Ballenbacher The role was played by Anton Yelchin.[18]. Susan Hartunian : Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Fucking dick! Hollywood has since been tried and convicted for the kidnapping and his role in the murder. FUCK THAT, YOU'RE FUCKIN' IN! Answer: Frankie Zack has plenty of chances to escape but enjoys partying with his new "friends". Her work schedule has been packed lately she's currently starring in six films, a TV movie and a short that are still in production. : Jack Hollywood met with his son at his son's girlfriend's house in Calabasas. : : He confirmed their betrothal one day later. Frankie is left to watch Zack, offering him a chance to leave, but Zack declines, not wanting to cause problems for his brother. most of all, I wish they would just give me the house but that is clearly a dream. Come on, man Frankie Ballenbacher Say it! Johnny didn't tell me shit! Larry Krasner, Philadelphia's district attorney, intends to open a sentence review unit. . Drug dealer Jesse James Hollywood, whose crimes inspired the 2007 film Alpha Dog, starring Justin Timberlake, has been found guilty of murder. "I talked to him about it," 17-year-old Natasha Adams-Young told a grand jury, "and he said that he would tell his grandkids about it, just the story." Frankie, what's going on? -LATimes.comTo understand the story from Nick's mother Susan's perspective, including her fight to get justice for her son, read My Stolen Son: The Nick Markowitz Story. After "Alpha Dog," Emile Hirsch went on to star in many more films. Hollywood fled after the slaying and was captured in Brazil in 2005. : co-star Dominic Cooper from 2008 until 2010. Susan Hartunian The last thing that either of us want is to see this picture. . His fake tattoos for the film gave him a brazen look. [1] A decision was made to commit the murder on the Lizards Mouth trail in the Santa Ynez Mountains north of Goleta, California. Middle-class 20somethings talk trash, wave guns, hang out in a pack. The Social Network gave Timberlake the opportunity to play a non-fictional character. He returns to the house of his grandmother, Vivian, in Sylvain, Louisiana. The decision's been made. Thanks for the correction on acreage, too. : I started looking for the Ballenbacher residence pretty much immediately after first watching the film and, even though I knew it was located somewhere in the Palm Springs area, try as I might, I just could not seem to find it. : So Palm Springs-y! Celebrity. He is the fictional counter part of Jesse Rugge, and is portrayed by Justin Timberlake. Frankie Ballenbacher After four days deliberation, a Santa Barbara Superior Court jury also found Hollywood guilty of the special circumstance allegation of being a principal in a murder committed in the course of a kidnapping and being involved in a crime in which an assault weapon or machine gun was used. well, maybe im not going to die without itbut you never know! "[14] On July 8, 2009, Hollywood was convicted of simple kidnapping and first-degree murder with special circumstances and was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.[4]. The crime was the inspiration for Alpha Dog, which starred Bruce Willis, Justin Timberlake, and Sharon Stone. . and the interior of the property were used in the flick. In this Woody Allen-directed drama, Timberlake plays a lifeguard on Coney Island who aspires to write plays. Girls were present but no threesome took place. He was convicted on November 21, 2001 and sentenced to death on December 9, 2001. What an absolutely amazing piece of property! He stays with you. Jesse reportedly wouldn't tell his father where he was keeping Nick. : Markowitz was the brother of a small-time drug dealer Ben Markowitz. Nick believed that he would be okay in part because Jesse Rugge, 20, had assured him (Rugge is portrayed by Justin Timberlake in the movie, renamed Frankie Ballenbacher). : Most recently, he starred as Andrew "Pope" Cody on the hit show "Animal Kingdom." Alpha Dog Official Trailer #1 - Bruce Willis, Justin Timberlake Movie (2006) HD, THE SOCIAL NETWORK - Official Trailer [2010] (HD), Runner Runner | Trailer [HD] | 20th Century FOX, Wonder Wheel Official Trailer | Amazon Studios, Best Sports Movies To Fill the Void Football Season Left, A Jazzmans Blues: Passing Through American History, 10 Contemporary Black-Led Films for Black History Month, The Last of Us Episode 3 Is a Milestone for LGBT Characters, Palmer Is a Welcome Addition to Justin Timberlakes Stellar Acting Career, why Timberlake should quit acting altogether, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish Is Psychologically Satisfying, Coffee Chains That Are Cheaper Than Starbucks, Reading About Reading Teaches Readers About Loving.
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