Ernie Gehr
DirectingAbout Ernie Gehr
"Born in 1941, he began making eight-millimeter films in the mid-’60s. The precipitating event, he told the writer Scott MacDonald in a 2002-3 interview, was a program of Stan Brakhage films that Mr. Gehr caught in New York on a rainy night. The works excited him partly because in their abstraction and attention to color, texture and rhythm they were closer to his experience of 20th-century painting than of movies, and he continued to seek out more of the same. He eventually ended up at the Millennium Film Workshop and borrowing a light meter from the filmmaker Ken Jacobs (with whom Mr. Gehr shares an interest in early cinema). As he walked around New York reading light, as it were, Mr. Gehr discovered “the character of light” and learned about “cinema’s dependency on light.” (from NYTimes profile by Manohla Dargis. Full piece here: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/13/movies/ernie-gehrs-films-traffic-in-images-and-light.html?_r=0)
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ernie Gehr reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 3 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Ernie Gehr's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Ernie Gehr remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Huge Pupils, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ernie Gehr Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ernie Gehr's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ernie Gehr.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Chambers of Time | (Voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Huge Pupils | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | A Portrait of Ernie Gehr | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
Ernie Gehr - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ernie Gehr?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ernie Gehr is "Huge Pupils" with a rating of 0.0/10.
How many movies has Ernie Gehr acted in?
Ernie Gehr has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.