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Melanie Lynskey

Melanie Jayne Lynskey (born May 16, 1977) is a New Zealand actress. Known for her portrayals of complex women and her command of American dialects, she works predominantly in independent films. Lynskey is the recipient of two Critics' Choice Awards, a HCA Award, a Gracie, a New Zealand Film Award, a Hollywood Film Award, and a Sundance Special Jury Award, as well as Gotham, Satellite, Saturn, Golden Nymph, Independent Spirit, Screen Actors Guild, and Primetime Emmy Award nominations.

May 16, 1977 (49 years old) New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand
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'XX' Trailer (2017) 01:31
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Melanie Lynskey, Justin Long talk 'Lady of the Manor'

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