Chick Vennera

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Characters played by Chick Vennera

Pesto — Animaniacs (1993)

One of the Goodfeathers trio, a pigeon from New York based on the character Jimmy Conway from the film Goodfellas.

Joe Mondragon — The Milagro Beanfield War (1988)

A local farmer desperate for water and work. He illegally taps an irrigation canal to save his crops, becoming the focal point of the land dispute against Devine. He struggles with economic pressures and community expectations while persistently defending his beanfield.

Tony — High Risk (1981)

One of the four friends. Captured by Serrano, agrees to betray the group's hiding spot to save Rockney. Escapes prison, travels to the rendezvous, and is shot while protecting Stone. Fakes death but ultimately survives and escapes with the team.

Freddie Summers — Body Chemistry 4: Full Exposure (1995)

A producer and the second murder victim, whose death is part of the case.

Paolo — Glass Trap (2005)

Paolo is involved in a photo shoot that is interrupted by an ant attack. Later, a report states that he remains inside the building along with Curtis after Joan Highsmith is believed dead. His presence connects the outside spread of the danger with the people still trapped inside.

Tony Leonard — Kidnapped (1988)

Tony Leonard meets Bonnie and Debbie at a café, introduces himself as a photographer, and invites the sisters to a party on a yacht and at a mansion. Bonnie is cautious, but Debbie is eager to celebrate; after they accept his invitation, the evening takes a dangerous turn and Debbie is later kidnapped.

Nuzo — Last Rites (1988)

A detective and Father Michael's best friend, Nuzo is also the godson of Michael's father. He warns Michael not to trust Angela and explains that Gino gave evidence to a rival crime syndicate in exchange for money. Nuzo is gunned down while trying to make an arrest and dies in Michael's arms.

Roberto Santos — McBain (1991)

Colombian revolutionary who liberates McBain during the Vietnam War and later attempts an unsuccessful revolt in Colombia.

Spitz — Time Under Fire (1997)

Spitz is a prisoner in the future who tells Deakins and his companions that they have arrived in 2077 under Braddock's dictatorship. He helps Deakins, Marjorie, and Hawks escape and later explains events to skeptical officials. After Jeannie's death, he realizes Marjorie will preserve the line leading to John, but the officials murder him.

Shapiro — Night Eyes (1990)

A local contact or informant, supplying minor clues or logistical assistance.

Alex Stein — Night Eyes 4: Fatal Passion (1996)

A secondary participant in the suspense plot surrounding Angela's protection and exposed secrets.

Career Overview

Chick Vennera has 45 screen credits in a career dating back to 1977. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Night Eyes Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Animaniacs, Active Stealth, Last Rites. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
45
Birth Date
1947-03-27
Birth Place
Herkimer, New York, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q16117040), public domain (CC0).