- Aaron Ruell
Infobox actor
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birthname = Derek Aaron Ruell
birthdate = birth date and age|1976|06|23
location =Fresno, California , U.S.
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occupation = Actor
spouse = Julia Ruell (?-Present)Aaron Ruell (born
June 23 ,1976 ) is an Americanactor who was born inFresno, California , but grew up inClovis, California . He is most noted for his performance as Kipland Ronald Dynamite (or Kip) in the indie movie "Napoleon Dynamite ".Career
Actor
Ruell is best known for playing the role of Kip Dynamite in the comedy, "Napoleon Dynamite." In 2007, he starred in "On the Road With Judas," which premiered in the Dramatic Competition section of the
2007 Sundance Film Festival . Ruell played a successful New York businessman who led a double life as a computer thief.Director
Ruell is an accomplished commercial director and photographer. As a director he is represented by Biscuit Filmworks in Los Angeles. He was recently declared one of the most promising new directors in the world of advertising by "Shoot" magazine, as well as, "one of the emerging directors to know now" by "Creativity". He has directed commercials for clients that range from T-Mobile to
Burger King .He was the only filmmaker to have two films, "Everything's Gone Green" and "Mary", which he wrote and directed, premiere at the 2005
Sundance Film Festival .Photographer
As a photographer he shot the promotional photography for "Napoleon Dynamite", and designed the opening title sequence to the film. His photography has been seen in nearly every major publication and a book of his photography titled, "Some Photos," published by Nazraeli Press was released in December. He was recently awarded "Best Advertising" for his work with Citibank and "Best Website" in the 2007 PDN Annual.
Ruell studied film at
Brigham Young University . [ [http://famousmormons.net/tv3.html Famous Mormon Actors, Producers and Directors ] ]Personal life
Ruell is married to Julia Ruell. She appeared briefly in "Napoleon Dynamite" as Uncle Rico's girlfriend. She works in the film industry also, as an editor.
Filmography
Awards & Nominations
Teen Choice Awards
*2005: Nominated, "Choice Movie Rockstar Moment" - "Napoleon Dynamite"References
External links
*imdb name|id=1088052|name=Aaron Ruell
* [http://www.aruell.com Aaron Ruell's photography site]
* [http://biscuitfilmworks.com/ Aaron Ruell's commercials]
* [http://nazraeli.com/ Aaron Ruell's Book]
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