
Guillermo Arriaga
WritingAbout Guillermo Arriaga
Guillermo Arriaga Jordán (Spanish pronunciation:[ɡiˈʎeɾmo aˈrjaɣa]; born 13 March 1958) is a Mexican novelist, screenwriter, director and producer. Self-defined as "a hunter who works as a writer," he is best known for his Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and BAFTA Award for Best Original Screenplay nominations for Babel and his screenplay for The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada, which received the 2005 Cannes Best Screenplay Award. Description above from the Wikipedia article Guillermo Arriaga, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Guillermo Arriaga reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 2 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Adventure
The majority of Guillermo Arriaga's filmography leans towards the Adventure 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 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Guillermo Arriaga remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Guillermo Arriaga Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Guillermo Arriaga's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Guillermo Arriaga.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Dreamers | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada | Juan | Hit | Similar → |
Guillermo Arriaga - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Guillermo Arriaga?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Guillermo Arriaga is "The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Guillermo Arriaga acted in?
Guillermo Arriaga has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.

