Hubert Koundé
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Hubert Koundé is a French actor and film director. Koundé is best known for his role as Hubert in the film La Haine by Mathieu Kassovitz. He is also the author of a play: "Cagoule: Valentine and Yamina," performed in 2003 (Cagoule: Valentin et Yamina, montée en 2003). He made two short films: Qui se ressemble s'assemble and Menhir, and co-directed a feature film: Paris, la métisse. He has also worked on English language films such as The Constant Gardener. He spent his childhood between France and Benin where he was born.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hubert Koundé reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Hubert Koundé's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hubert Koundé remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in La Haine, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Hubert Koundé Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Hubert Koundé's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hubert Koundé.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Paradise Beach | Goyave | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Gangsterdam | Ulysse | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Color of the Ocean | Zola | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Toussaint Louverture | Dessalines | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Il était une fois... « La Haine » | Self - Actor (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Le voyage de la Veuve | Léopold | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Une lumière dans la nuit | Julien Bourgade | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Ten Years of La Haine | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Constant Gardener | Dr. Arnold Bluhm | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | How I Killed My Father | Jean-Toussaint | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Price of Forgiveness | Maxoye | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Everything's Fine, We're Leaving | Arthur | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Simon, the Magician | Paul | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Restons groupés | Aimé | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Les Enfants du Karoo | Maseko | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Gods Must Be Daring | Mamadou | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | La Haine | Hubert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Métisse | Jamal | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Diên Biên Phu | - | Average | Similar → |
Hubert Koundé - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Hubert Koundé?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hubert Koundé is "La Haine" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Hubert Koundé acted in?
Hubert Koundé has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Hubert Koundé?
Other notable films include "Le voyage de la Veuve", "The Constant Gardener", and "Une lumière dans la nuit".