Mark Noyce
Mark Noyce | |
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 Noyce as the confused poker player | |
| Born | Mark William Arthur Noyce March 3, 1974 |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, director, producer, screenwriter |
| Spouse | Nicola Noyce (2000-present) |
| Website | http://www.marknoyce.com/ |
Mark Noyce (born March 3, 1974) is an English martial artist, actor, writer, film director and producer. Noyce appeared on the martial arts scene in the early 1980s[1] competing in both the fighting and kata divisions. He retired from competitive martial arts at the age of 24 as world forms champion[2] to become an actor.
Early life
Noyce was born in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England, the son of May Doreen (Bayford) and William Charles Albert Noyce. Noyce began training in the Lau Gar style of Kung-Fu at the age of 6 after his father had seen Enter the Dragon starring Bruce Lee.
Partial martial arts accomplishments
- International Chinese Kung Fu World forms champion
- WUMA World forms champion[3]
- World classic forms champion
- World Kickboxing Association British champion
- Martial arts illustrated competitor of the year
- MAI series forms champion
- FSK (freestyle sport karate) forms champion
- Ricochet forms champion
- Martial arts illustrated forms competitor of the year
Noyce has been awarded a black belt in kung fu, karate, tang soo do and Mugendo kickboxing.
Product endorsements
Noyce has appeared in a series of events promoting Tracks2000 gym equipment[4] after working closely with the development team. He helped design equipment[5] which would aid martial artists wanting to learn acrobatics.
Directorial debut
Noyce made his directorial debut in 2011 with comedy feature film On the Ropes.[6]
Ink Pixel Films
Noyce formed his film production company, Ink Pixel Films,[7] in 2010, first producing On the Ropes.
A press release in September 2011 announced that Noyce had signed a distribution deal with Cornerstone Media International to write and direct a further two feature films.[8]
Personal life
In June 2000, Noyce married Nicola Jayne Crawford, whom he met in 1994 while performing at a martial arts competition in England.
In a 2011 interview with Kale Slade, Noyce stated that he is a fan of Ricky Gervais, Thomas Lennon and Benny Hill.[9]
Noyce is noted for his love of animals and follows a strict vegetarian diet. He has a tattoo of Milo (his Jack Russell Terrier) on his chest.[10]
During a 2011 interview with Matt J. Horn, Noyce revealed that he usually spends his spare time playing videogames. He was quoted as saying “Unreal Tournament is possibly my most played game competitively although I’m currently honing my Street Fighter skills right now”. He also named The Girl Next Door as his most watched film and The Tales from the Crypt as his favourite TV series.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Sam Noir | Henchman | |
| Nativity | Christmas Shopper | uncredited | |
| 2010 | Pimp | Swinger | uncredited |
| The Landlord | Warwick | ||
| Killer Bitch | Joe’s Victim | ||
| I against I | Himself | ||
| 2011 | On the Ropes | Keith Kraft | Also writer, producer and director |
| 2012 | Walking the West Highland Way | Himself | Also writer |
| 2012 | Shaniqua | Lewis | Also writer, producer and director |
| 2013 | The n00bs | Terry | Also writer and producer |
Television and theatre
| Year | Programme/Show | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Martial arts extravaganza | Stunt performer | |
| 1996 | Clash of the Titans | Stunt performer | |
| 1998 | Turandot | Executioner | Also choreographer |
| 1999 | Carmen | Fighter | Also choreographer |
| 2000 | Faust | Devil | Also choreographer |
| 2009 | Guinness World Records Smashed | Stunt performer | 1 episode |
References
- ^ "Martial arts illustrated interview".
- ^ "Martial arts illustrated magazine".
- ^ "Official WUMA results, 1996".
- ^ "T2K Promo video, 2010".
- ^ "Tracks 2000 launch interview".
- ^ "Internet Movie Database".
- ^ "Ink Pixel Films at the Internet Movie Database".
- ^ "Cornerstone press release".
- ^ "Mark Noyce interview with Kale Slade".
- ^ "Movie vine, Film, Celebrity and Entertainment news".