Menahem Golan
ProductionAbout Menahem Golan
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Menahem Golan (born 31 October, 1929 - died 8 August, 2014) was an Israeli director and producer. He has produced movies for such stars as Sean Connery, Sylvester Stallone, Chuck Norris, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and Charles Bronson, and was known for a period as a producer of comic book-style movies like Masters of the Universe, Superman IV: The Quest for Peace, Captain America, and his aborted attempt to bring Spider-Man to the silver screen. Using the pen name of Joseph Goldman, Golan also wrote and "polished" film scripts. He was co-owner of Golan-Globus with his cousin Yoram Globus. Description above from the Wikipedia article Menahem Golan licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Menahem Golan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Menahem Golan'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 35% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Menahem Golan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Golan: A Farewell to Mr Cinema, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Menahem Golan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Menahem Golan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Menahem Golan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Eskimo Limon - Eis am Stiel: Von Siegern und Verlierern | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Golan: A Farewell to Mr Cinema | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Go-Go Boys: The Inside Story of Cannon Films | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Hollywood Banker | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Big Eden | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | A Dangerous Dance | Security guard in the show | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | You Will Believe: The Cinematic Saga of Superman | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Zachi Noy Privat | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Armstrong | Russian President | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Shooting Versace | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Cannes Man | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Things | Nelo | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Deadly Heroes | Fisherman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | King Lear | Self (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Last Moguls | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | I'm Almost Not Crazy: John Cassavetes — The Man and His Work | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | El Dorado | - | Flop | Similar → |
Menahem Golan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Menahem Golan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Menahem Golan is "Golan: A Farewell to Mr Cinema" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Menahem Golan acted in?
Menahem Golan has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Menahem Golan?
Other notable films include "I'm Almost Not Crazy: John Cassavetes — The Man and His Work", "Shooting Versace", and "Hollywood Banker".