Tom Lodewyck

Birthday: 14 May 1966, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Height: 173 cm

Chicago-born character actor Tom Lodewyck studied acting in Tucson, Arizona and interned at the legendary Gaslight Theater. After earning a degree in broadcast communications, Lodewyck had planned on a career in radio, until an unscheduled screen test forced him to redefine his chosen path.Settling in southern Wisconsin, Lodewyck worked in regional theater and eventually joined forces with the infamous Broom Street Theater Company. His film debut came in a small role in Kathleen Slattery' Moschkau's 2005 film "Side Effects" starring a then up and coming Katherine Heigl. Lodewyck's piercing gaze would garner him many villainous roles to follow, including: "The Legend Trip" (2006), "Carnivorous" (2007), "Satanic Panic" (2008) and "Pickman's Muse" (2009). These early performances brought Lodewyck to the attention of the growing horror industry, and he began to receive several movie offers within the genre.2008 would prove pivotal in Lodewyck's career, as he landed several television roles, including the "Animal Witness" series on the Animal Planet Network. He also earned a small role in Michael Mann's "Public Enemies" that same year.In an odd twist of theatrical fate, Lodewyck was cast against type in the family/drama "The Penny", which went on to win the "Best Feature Film" award at the San Antonio Christian Film Festival in 2010. Lodewyck's portrayal of a guilt-ridden father, desperately trying to reconnect with a distant daughter, established him as much more then a one-dimensional actor, and solidified his worth within the independent film industry.Lodewyck would show his comedic prowess as the main protagonist in the horror/comedy "Incest Death Squad" series. He would return to his villainous roots in films such as: "Petty Cash", "Spades", John Borowski's "Carl Panzram: The Spirit of Hatred and Vengeance" and Joe Hollow's "Disciples".With more than 30 films to his credit, Lodewyck has become a well sought-after player in both large and small productions. Equally capable in leading or supporting roles, Lodewyck continues to deliver top-notch, stirring performances and memorable character analogies. Hide

When I was originally cast as Jack Carter (The Penny) I was nervous. He is such a devout, good perso Show more When I was originally cast as Jack Carter (The Penny) I was nervous. He is such a devout, good person. I really had to dig into my own psyche and past relationships to find that character. Hide

I've had my bumps and bruises, limped away from a few films. When you're working with low budgets, i Show more I've had my bumps and bruises, limped away from a few films. When you're working with low budgets, it's bound to happen eventually, it's inevitable. I've been lucky though, I've never been placed on injured reserve. Hide

I've always bought into the fact that if you're going to successfully portray a villain, you need to Show more I've always bought into the fact that if you're going to successfully portray a villain, you need to find a central process for their behavior, a human element. The worst villain in the world doesn't believe they are a bad person, they think what they're doing is right. Hide

An actor should never compromise their integrity or phone it in. Do your homework and be prepared. A Show more An actor should never compromise their integrity or phone it in. Do your homework and be prepared. Always arrive on set ready to execute. Hide

Tom Lodewyck's FILMOGRAPHY

as Actor (7)

Incest Death Squad 2

Disciples

Carl Panzram: The Spirit of Hatred and Vengeance

The Family (2011)

Public Enemies

Incest Death Squad

House of Purgatory