Kim Maree Penn
Biography
Kim Maree Penn, also known by the stage name Gum Mar Lei and additional names including Kim Penn and Vanity Jones, is an actress born in Sydney, Australia. She became a sought after Western action heroine in Asia during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Her film work includes titles such as Ultimate Revenge and Fist of Fury. Throughout her career, Penn worked alongside action stars including Jackie Chan, Michelle Yeoh, and Jean-Claude Van Damme. Her known credits total fourteen, and she is recognized for her work in acting.
Career overview
Kim Maree Penn is an actress born in Sydney, Australia, who is also known by the stage names 金瑪莉, Kim Penn, and Vanity Jones. In Hong Kong, she earned the nickname Gum Mar Lei, which translates to the Golden Leader. During the late 1980s and early 1990s, Penn established herself as one of the most sought after Western action heroines in all of Asia. Her career in the region featured appearances in a series of films with titles including Ultimate Revenge and Fist of Fury.
Throughout her career in action cinema, Penn worked alongside notable action stars such as Jackie Chan, Michelle Yeoh, and Jean-Claude Van Damme. Known for her presence as an action heroine, her professional background spans fourteen known acting credits according to her database profile. Her work in the film industry bridges Western and Asian action cinema during a period when she gained recognition for her performances in martial arts and action features.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
14 titles- Hard Knox (2001) as Niki Knox
- City of Darkness (1999) as Kim
- Knock Off (1998) as Chip
- Chinese Box (1997)
- Armageddon (1997) as Sharon
- The Death Games (1997) as Shelly Kim
- How to Meet the Lucky Stars (1996)
- Ultimate Revenge (1995) as Killer
- Oh! Yes Sir!!! (1994) as Thai gang leader's thug
- Police Story 3: Super Cop (1992) as Drug Lord #3 Bodyguard (uncredited)
- Fun and Fury (1992) as Blonde Killer
- In the Line of Duty 5: Middle Man (1990) as General's girl
- The Punisher (1989) Stunt Double
- Live Hard (1989) as Kitty
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kim Maree Penn best known for?
Kim Maree Penn is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Knock Off (1998), Police Story 3: Super Cop (1992), The Punisher (1989).
When and where was Kim Maree Penn born?
Kim Maree Penn was born in Sydney, Australia.
How many credits does Kim Maree Penn have?
Kim Maree Penn has accumulated over 14 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1989 to 2001.
What is Kim Maree Penn's background in cinema and television?
Kim Maree Penn, also known by the stage name Gum Mar Lei and additional names including Kim Penn and Vanity Jones, is an actress born in Sydney, Australia. She became a sought after Western action heroine in Asia during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Her film work includes titles such as Ultimate Revenge and Fist of F...