Yaya DaCosta
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Chicago Med
Biography
Yaya DaCosta stars as April Sexton, a smart, bold intuitive ER nurse who is the lifeblood of the ER, loves the action inside the hospital and is as loyal as they come, in NBC's drama "Chicago Med."New York born and bred, DaCosta has showcased her versatility as an actress with powerful performances across film, television and stage. Recently, DaCosta starred in the jazz biopic "Bolden," opposite Nelsan Ellis, Ian McShane and Gary Carr. In 2016, she co-starred in the film "The Nice Guys," opposite Ryan Gosling, Matt Bomer and Russell Crowe.
On television, DaCosta played the title role in Lifetime's Angela Bassett-directed Whitney Houston biopic, "Whitney."
Film credits include Lee Daniel's critically acclaimed film "The Butler," with Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey and David Oyelowo; Oren Moverman's acclaimed film "The Messenger," with Woody Harrelson and Ben Foster; Lisa Cholodenko's Oscar-nominated "The Kids Are All Right" opposite Mark Ruffalo; and Joseph Kosinski's "Tron Legacy."
DaCosta has also appeared in "In Time," "Big Words," "Mother of George" and John Sayles' "Honeydripper," co-starring Danny Glover and Charles S. Dutton. She reunited with Dutton in the telefilm "Racing for Time," which he also directed. DaCosta began her professional acting career in Liz Friedlander's "Take the Lead," opposite Antonio Banderas, for which she received a Teen Choice Award nomination.
She has had guest-starring roles on a variety of TV series, most notably the final season of "Ugly Betty." She also had a recurring role on the daytime drama "All My Children," as well as appearances on "House," "Body of Proof," "Army Wives," "Mercy," "Law & Order: SVU" and "Eve."
DaCosta's theater work includes a passionate portrayal of Olivia in the Sonnet Repertory Theater's production of "Twelfth Night," and a co-starring role with Leslie Uggams in the Signature Theater Co.'s revival production of Leslie Lee's "The First Breeze of Summer," directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson. For her performance, she was honored with a Vivian Robinson/AUDELCO Recognition Award for Excellence in Black Theatre.
In addition to acting, DaCosta has done speaking engagements at colleges on subjects ranging from environmentalism to women's issues. She holds a B.A. in international relations and African studies from Brown University.
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Minority Report
Action Adventure Thriller Sci‑Fi PG‑132002 (2h 25m) - Streaming on Netflix
In the late 21st century, when technology can predict crimes before they're committed, a top "Precrime" cop is targeted for a murder charge.
Stars Tom Cruise and Colin Farrell propelled Steven Spielberg's Sci‑Fi thriller to No. 1 its opening weekend. Source Netflix
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Patriot Games
Action Adventure R1992 (1h 57m) - Streaming on Netflix
CIA desk jockey Jack Ryan plunges into the heart of international terrorism after spoiling an assassination attempt on a British royal family member.
Oscar nominee Harrison Ford stars in this political thriller based on a Tom Clancy novel that opened at No. 1. Source Netflix
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Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark
Action Adventure PG1981 (1h 55m) - Streaming on Netflix
When Indiana Jones is hired by the government to locate the legendary Ark of the Covenant, he finds himself up against the entire Nazi regime.
The first film in the Indiana Jones franchise received nine Oscar nods, including Best Picture and Best Director. Source Netflix
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Narcos
Drama Crime Thriller TV‑MA2015 Series - Streaming on Netflix
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Won Best TV Drama Series and Best TV Ensemble Cast at Mexico's 2017 Fenix Awards. Source Netflix
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On an island of haves and have-nots, teen John B enlists his three best friends to hunt for a legendary treasure linked to his father's disappearance. After a hurricane, John B, JJ, Pope and Kiara plunge headlong into danger and adventure when they find a mysterious sunken wreck. Source Netflix
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Peaky Blinders
Drama Crime British TV‑MA2013 Series - Streaming on Netflix
A notorious gang in 1919 Birmingham, England, is led by the fierce Tommy Shelby, a crime boss set on moving up in the world no matter the cost. Belfast detective Chester Campbell arrives in Birmingham assigned to purge the city of its violent street gangs. Ambitious gang leader Thomas Shelby recognizes an opportunity to move up in the world thanks to a missing crate of guns.
Won a BAFTA for Best Drama Series. Cillian Murphy and Charlie Murphy won Best Actor and Supporting Actress IFTA Awards. Source Netflix
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