Frank Licari

Director, Producer at Quite Frankly Entertainment
Actor, Director, Host/presenter, Musician, Playwright, Producer, Screenwriter, Singer, Theatrical Producer and Voice Actor

New York City, New York

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About Frank

Frank Licari is an actor, writer, producer, TV host and filmmaker. He is currently the host of the tv show, On the Town on PBS now in its 8th season. In 2022, he released a biopic music documentary entitled; Jose Feliciano - Behind This Guitar which can now be seen on Peacock Network. The film chronicles the 55+ year career of singer/guitarist and 8 time Grammy winner, Jose Feliciano. In 2024, he will also be releasing the feature documentary Ice Ice Baby - The Truth, Hip Hop's 1st Global #1 on the hit song and rise, fall and rise again of Vanilla Ice.

Other filmmaking credits include co-writer/co-producer of the feature film, Walt Before Mickey starring Thomas Ian Nicholas, Jon Heder (Netflix, I-tunes, Amazon). The film received limited theatrical release and is distributed by Voltage Pictures and Mission Pictures internationally. He is currently in post-production for his latest film, The Fall of Destiny, a story about how corporate greed and judicial corruption brought about the downfall of the country's first ever eco-sustainable city at the hands of the CEO/Founder of Subway.

As an actor, Mr. Licari is best known for his acting work in the Drama Desk and Obie Award winning Off Broadway hit, Blue Man Group as well as his many guest star appearances on network TV such as Mayor of Kingstown (Paramount +), The Chosen (Peacock/CW/Netflix), Hardy Boys (HULU), Blue Bloods (CBS), and more. He has also had numerous supporting roles in films including the feature film Spiral: From The Book of Saw opposite Chris Rock, American Made opposite Tom Cruise, PAPA, opposite Giovanni Ribisi and Boyfriend Killer, opposite Kate Mansi.

Mr. Licari also produced and directed the 2013 world tour for 9 Time Grammy Winner, Jose Feliciano and wrote and produced the fifth season of the #1 Hit Bahamian TV Show, BTC Starmaker. He is currently in development for 3 full length feature documentaries and a live athletic competition show.

Overall, Mr. Licari has produced and directed over 200 live theatrical events across the world and performed in over 2500 live and filmed productions. Originally from Guelph Ontario Canada, Mr. Licari moved to New York at the age of 19 accepting a scholarship to study at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy.

Unique traits: Italian - Canadian Citizen Speak Italian Fluently | proficient in Spanish and French Former BlueMan Improv Comedian TV Host

Gender:
Male

Height:
5' 10"

Weight:
165

Body type:
Average

Hair:
Short

Hair color:
Brown

Eyes:
Brown

Ethnicity:
Mediterranean

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Ice Ice Baby - Vanilla Ice - Hip Hop's First Global #1 (2018)
Film Producer
Brawl for It All (2018)
TV Series Producer
Jessica Jones (2018)
Television (Action, Crime, Drama, Sci-Fi and 1 More) Actor Ever since her short-lived stint as a superhero ended in tragedy, Jessica Jones has been rebuilding her personal life and career as a hot-tempered, sardonic private detective in Hell's Kitchen, New York City. Plagued by self-loathing and a wicked case of PTSD, Jessica battles demons from within and without, using her extraordinary abilities as an unlikely champion for those in need... especially if they're willing to cut her a check. Written by obtomkenobi
The Resident (2018)
Television (Drama) Actor It centers on an idealistic young doctor who begins his first day under the supervision of a tough, brilliant senior resident who pulls the curtain back on all of the good and evil in modern day medicine. Lives may be saved or lost, but expectations will always be shattered. Written by FOX
Blue Bloods (2018)
Television (Crime and Drama) Actor Blue Bloods follows the lives of the NYPD's First Family of Law Enforcement: the Reagans. Frank, the Police Comissioner and son of former PC Henry Reagan, must balance his duties of running the largest police force in the world and being his kids' boss. His daughter Erin is an Assistant District Attorney, son Danny is a senior detective and fellow Marine Veteran, and new Harvard Law grad turned cop, Jamie all swirl through this family drama and passionately defend their city from harm. The Irish-American family is deeply rooted in their patriotism, passion, and love of family.
Stark Naked (2016 - 2017)
Television (Comedy) Actor Jennifer Barnes is often told that she looks very familiar. That's because she is better known as famous adult film star Sindee Stark. She has everything going for her. That is until she suffers a career-ending injury, leaving Jennifer feeling more exposed than ever before. With a support system consisting of a childlike talent agent and an imposing best friend, she is going to need a miracle to get through this. Fortunately for her, a troubled woman accidentally mistakes her for her neighbor, a relationship counselor currently on vacation. This chance encounter turns out to be just the spark Jennifer needs in finding her true calling in life. Written by Matt Florio
Boyfriend Killer (2017)
Film (Drama and Thriller) Actor When Preston (22) dies in a car crash, his mother Sandra (40), goes through his social media accounts hoping to salvage any photos of him and let his friends know of his death. She discovers communication between Preston and his vindictive girlfriend Krystal (24) in which she tried to get Preston to kill her ex. When Krystal's ex is found dead a few days later, Sandra is certain that Krystal killed him, orchestrated Preston's 'accident' as well, and must prove it before Krystal murders her too...
On the Town in The Palm Beaches on PBS (2017)
Television (Talk-Show) Writer Take a walk On the Town in The Palm Beaches with Frank Licari to find out why the Palm Beaches is the top travel destination for families and individuals to live, play and discover.
American Made (2017)
Film (Crime, Thriller, Action, Biography and 3 More) Actor Barry Seal was just an ordinary pilot who worked for TWA before he was recruited by the CIA in 1978. His work in South America eventually caught the eye of the Medellín Cartel, associated with Pablo Escobar, who needed a man with his skill set. Barry became a drug trafficker, gun smuggler and money launderer. Soon acquiring the title, 'The gringo that always delivers'. Written by Viir khubchandani
The Final Sacrifice (2016)
Film Actor
Bloodline (2016)
Television (Drama and Thriller) Actor Intriguing story of a well off family in the Florida Keys that have many dark secrets. The siblings are heirs of a beautiful inn that has been in their family for 50 years. It is their childhood home with many great memories, but the deep dark past holds many untold tales. All combined makes the future very uncertain. Written by Lance
On Your Street (2016)
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Widow's Walk (2016)
Film by Khoa Le (Thriller) Actor, Producer, Writer Jimmy Donovan endures a life of good versus evil, until a climactic conclusion with the supernatural.
A job. A wife. A life. (2015)
Television (Comedy) Actor "a job, a wife, a life" is a web series about the every day foibles of Blake, an average guy who seems to have it all...the proverbial American Dream, namely a good job, a beautiful wife, and a fulfilled life. However, despite outward appearances, Blake's job is a nightmare, his marriage is rife with stress, and his life is far from what he had hoped it would be. He cries, we laugh...a satire, American-style. Written by Brett Golov
Papa Hemingway in Cuba (2015)
Film (Biography and Drama) Actor Directed by the Producer of the Academy Awarding Winner "Crash and "The Illusionist", "PAPA Hemingway In Cuba" is a true story about the relationship between Miami journalist Denne Bart Petitclerc (Giovanni Ribisi) and legendary writer Ernest Hemingway (Adrian Sparks). Set during the Cuban revolution, the film co-stars Joely Richardson and Minka Kelly with a cameo by Hemingway's granddaughter, Mariel Hemingway. "PAPA: Hemingway In Cuba" was shot on location in Havana and inside Hemingway's estate, Finca Vigia. It is the first Hollywood film to be shot in Cuba since 1959. Written by Anonymous
Walt Before Mickey (2015)
Film by Khoa Le (Biography and Drama) Actor, Producer, Writer, Miscellaneous Crew, Casting department, Casting director Based on the book "Walt Before Mickey" covers the early years of Walt Disney's career.
Web Series (2015)
Television by Matt Florio (Comedy) Actor, Producer Max Russo is an aspiring filmmaker living in Hollywood...Florida. After spending all his money on a film school taught by Steven Seagal, he now finds himself living in his sister's garage and working a dead end job selling towels at a gym. Quickly losing faith, he soon discovers everyone's fascination with online videos. Rejuvenated, Max enlists the help of his best friend Dodge, an escort driver who lives with his grandmother, and they set out to create the greatest web series ever made. However, with no money, they end up with a band of misfits. Together they have no shot, but they think they do. And that little bit of hope, might be just the thing that could bring them success. Written by Matt Florio
Nashville (2015)
Television by Callie Khouri (Drama and Music) Actor Set against the backdrop of the Nashville music scene, the new drama revolves around a 40-year-old superstar Rayna Jaymes, whose star begins fading. She is forced to team up with Juliette Barnes on tour in order to maintain her label's support for her latest record, whose sales have been underwhelming. Written by Max Axall
Graceland (2013 - 2014)
Television by Jeff Eastin (Action, Crime and Drama) Actor Somewhere in Southern California, in a drug raid run by the US government, a beachfront property was seized and turned into a residence for undercover cops. They are all top agents of the DEA, FBI, and Customs and they are living in this house unofficially known as "Graceland". "Graceland" is a place full of secrets, and bad, good, and blurred moments too. The only idyllic thing is its outside look, but the lives of its residents are nothing like it. The lies which are in the base of their undercover work, are formed a web of lies that pervades everything. Coming of a new graduating at the top of his class, FBI rookie, Mike Warren (Aaron Tveit), could make the life of a legendary FBI agent Paul Briggs (Daniel Sunjata) and the others, more complicated or it could reveal the truth. It is based upon actual events. Written by margosanci
Secrets of the Magic City (2014)
Film (Comedy, Drama and Mystery) Actor Secrets is a gritty story filled with hope and the will to survive.
BTC Starmaker: Bahamas (2014)
Television (Reality-TV) Producer, Writer
Krissy Belle (2013)
Film by Alyn Darnay (Comedy) Actor The adventures of a wholesome 'Southern Belle' transplanted into the center of Miami's Latin community. It's a Fish Out Of Water story that gives new meaning to the phrase 'culture shock.' It's humor with a Southern Twang and a Salsa Twist. Written by Anonymous
Kundalini (2013)
Film (short) by V. Alex Marquez (Comedy, Horror and Thriller) Producer Strange things happen when friends meditate too hard.
Burn Notice (2012)
Television by Matt Nix (Action, Crime, Drama, Mystery and 1 More) Actor Michael Westen, a seasoned U.S. spy, is suddenly "burned", i.e. discredited, without any form of procedure. He survives by doing impossible jobs for desperate people in Miami, where his mother lives. Michael is usually aided by his ex-girlfriend Fiona and trusted former FBI informer Sam. Written by KGF Vissers
House of Heartbreak (2010)
Film (short) by V. Alex Marquez (Comedy and Drama) Actor, Producer A man goes in a subconscious chase for lost love inside the surreal house he built for himself. Through his journey, he runs into characters and thoughts that have contributed to his present emotional state in life.
Last Letters from Monte Rosa (2010)
Film by Ari Taub (Action and Drama) Actor Set in Northern Italy during the last embers of the war, the beleaguered vanguard of Axis forces suffer daily bombings and the constant threat of attack from local partisans. Tempers begin to flare between these 'allies' as they await their impending doom. Written by Anonymous
Film Contest? (2007)
Film by V. Alex Marquez (Comedy) Actor, Producer
The Gothic Line (2004)
Film by Ari Taub (Action and War) Actor Northern Italy 1944. A German lieutenant, An Italian Officer, and An American Sergeant come face to face. Three stories, three cultures, three armies brought together on the Gothic Line. First time Director Ari Taub brings you a unique war story that looks at the 2nd World War from a three different Points of view.
Letters from the Dead (2003)
Film by Ari Taub (War) Actor A never before told story about men who fought as allies during the war.
The Fallen (2003)
Film by Ari Taub (Action, Drama and War) Actor In the autumn of 1944, in Northern Italy, the German soldiers resist to the advancement of American forces in an Italy divided in fascist soldiers, communist partisans supported by the civilians and thugs. An American platoon led by Sergeant Malone is assigned to deliver supplies to the front. Meanwhile, the German Lieutenant Gunther tries to keep the morale and discipline of his needy soldiers, and faces many other problems when the Italian troop leaded by the aristocratic Lieutenant Gianini joins his doomed troop. The thugs leaded by Rossini act like vultures, plundering the remains after the battles. Written by Claudio Carvalho, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Red Lipstick (2000)
Film by Alexandra King (Adventure, Comedy, Crime and Fantasy) Actor, Miscellaneous Crew If John Waters directed Bonnie and Clyde as an homage to Laverne & Shirley, the result would be something like the hysterical Red Lipstick the movie. Incorporating the manic approach of The Monkees and the camp aesthetic of the 60s Batman TV series, this heist movie in drag is a laugh-riot from wigs to stilettos. Starring, Hedda Lettuce and Miss Understood as a pair of none-too-glam dragqueens, down on their luck and living the low life in New York City circa 1992. A not particularly bright scheme to reinvent themselves as Bonnie and Bunny, bank robbers in daring frocks, rockets them to fame and finally gives them enough cash to hire a posh, Eastern European, interior decorator, specializing in rococo. But all is not feather boas and sequins. The envy of Brenda, bitchy Morticia Adams clone, and Violet, a whip-wielding dominatrix, scheme to ruin the party. Cannot forget to mention Frankie, psychotic toxic waste magnate and underworld honcho, who has his eye on the gals' booty, er, ... Written by anonymous
Celebrity (1998)
Film by Woody Allen (Comedy and Drama) Actor Lee Simon, unsuccessful journalist and wanna-be novelist, tries to get a foot into the door with celebrities. After divorcing his wife Robin, Lee gets to meet a lot folks of the rich and / or beautiful, partly through journalism, partly because he has a script to offer. But life among those from out-of-this-world is hard, and his putative success always results in defeat. Meanwhile Robin meets a very desirable TV-producer and takes the first steps in the world of celebrities herself. Written by Julian Reischl <julianreischl@mac.com>
The Devil's Advocate (1997)
Film by Taylor Hackford (Drama, Mystery and Thriller) Actor Devil's Advocate thematically raises the preposition that 'is winning everything' in the legal profession.Does a lawyer commits the basic sin of Vanity if he believes his job is to win, as Kevin does. Further the movie in John Milton's trenchant speech questions the very notion of righteousness in the post-modern world. Milton's speech rips apart the whole discourse of religion when he presents the inherent contradiction of it. Kevin's dilemma reflects the modern man who accuses the circumstances for being what he is,the culture dominated by making money 'which build egos of the size of cathedral', the question is can one really call what one does 'freely-willed'?. The movie deals with these 'Hamltian questions' in a lawyer's mind. Written by amitbindal1857@gmail.com
Dellaventura (1997)
Television by Bernard L. Nussbaumer (Drama) Actor Dellaventura is a former cop, now a private eye, who helps people when the law can't.
Law & Order (1996)
Television by Dick Wolf (Crime, Drama, Mystery and Thriller) Actor The show follows a crime, ususally adapted from current headlines, from two separate vantage points. The first half of the show concentrates on the investigation of the crime by the police, the second half follows the prosecution of the crime in court. Written by Mike Menditto
Mad Dog Time (1996)
Film by Larry Bishop (Comedy, Crime and Drama) Actor Mob boss Vic returns to business from madhouse. Meanwhile his best and quickest assistant Mickey Holliday is having an affair with Vic's girl Grace Everly and, at the same time, with her sister Rita Everly. What will Vic do? Whom will he kill? Is he really insane and weak? Many other mobsters, including Jake Parker, WackyJacky Jackson and Ben London think he's not so powerful anymore and hope to take his place. Written by Sergey Ukladov <yook@glasnet.ru>
The Secret Life: Jeffrey Dahmer (1993)
Film by David R. Bowen (Biography, Crime, Drama and Horror) Miscellaneous Crew Based on the life of notorious serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer, who murdered more than a dozen people, and ate many of them, before he was caught in 1991.
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