Marton Csokas

Actor

Marton Csokas, born on June 30, 1966, in Invercargill, New Zealand, is an internationally renowned actor who stands out for his versatile roles in film and television. He first gained recognition through guest appearances in fantasy series such as “Xena: Warrior Princess” and “Hercules,” establishing himself as a character actor with his role as Celeborn in The Lord of the Rings trilogy. In the tragicomedy L'âge de raison (2010, original title: “L'âge de raison,” directed by Yann Samuell), Csokas plays the supporting role of Malcolm. The film is about career woman Margaret, who receives letters on her 40th birthday that she wrote to herself as a seven-year-old. Csokas plays the role of a business partner and confidant with a calm presence – a counterweight to the protagonist's emotional journey and a symbolic figure in the web of memory, longing, and life assessment. The subtle depth of his performance was praised by critics. Csokas' other film credits include “Æon Flux,” “Kingdom of Heaven,” “The Equalizer,” “The Bourne Supremacy,” and “Romulus, My Father,” for which he won the AACTA Award for Best Supporting Actor. His acting is characterized by emotional restraint and believable authenticity – qualities that distinguish him in every genre.

Films on Sooner

With Love... from the Age of Reason

2010

89 mins

Comedy

Corporate executive Margaret is turning 40 and gets old letters of her. Margaret can't believe her eyes: she herself sent the letter, 33 years ago.