Movies with George Hardy

George Hardy: The Unlikely Star of Cult Cinema George Hardy may be an unexpected name in the pantheon of cult film icons, but his distinctively earnest performances and unorthodox journey to stardom make him a truly one-of-a-kind figure. Though he spent much of his career as a practicing dentist, Hardy found unlikely fame in the 2009 documentary "Best Worst Movie," which explored the enduring popularity of the notoriously bad film "Troll 2." In "Troll 2," Hardy portrays the well-meaning but hapless father Michael Waits, whose earnest attempts to protect his family from a horde of vegetarian trolls only serve to highlight the film's delightfully absurd tone. Hardy's sincerity in the face of the screenplay's outlandish twists and his willingness to fully commit to the material lent the film an unexpected poignancy that has resonated with audiences for decades. This breakout role led to a string of similarly offbeat parts, from the haunted patriarch of "House of Forbidden Secrets" to the eccentric Rusty in "Here Comes Rusty." Through it all, Hardy has maintained a disarming authenticity, embracing the cult appeal of his work and using his newfound celebrity to champion independent and unconventional filmmaking. With his engaging screen presence and distinctive ability to find the humanity in even the most bizarre of characters, George Hardy has carved out a singular niche as one of cinema's most unlikely leading men.