Arthur Dignam
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Arthur Dignam (born 9 September 1939) is an Australian character actor, born on Lord Howe Island. He attended Newington College (1955–1956) as a boarder. He is possibly best known for one of his early roles, that of Brother Francine in Fred Schepisi's The Devil's Playground (1976). While he has worked mainly in film and television, he has also worked in theatre, including musical theatre. He played Pontius Pilate in the Australian production of Jesus Christ Superstar in 1972–73, and appears on the original Australian cast recording. His son is the actor Nicholas Gledhill. Description above from the Wikipedia article Arthur Dignam, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Arthur Dignam Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Arthur Dignam reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 30 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Arthur Dignam's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Arthur Dignam's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Hero, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Arthur Dignam Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Arthur Dignam's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Arthur Dignam has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Gödel Incomplete | Old Kurt Gödel | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Australia | Father Benedict | Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Moulin Rouge! | Christian's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Gods and Monsters | Ernest Thesiger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Paradise Road | Mr. Pike | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Warm Strangers | Old Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Dating the Enemy | Dr. Kamins | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | The Nostradamus Kid | Pastor Anderson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Isabelle Eberhardt | Cauvet | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Shadow of the Cobra | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Dreaming | Professor Bernard Thornton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Everlasting Secret Family | Senator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Right Hand Man | Dr. Redbridge | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Comrades | Fop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Those Dear Departed | Producer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | King Solomon's Mines | Allan Quatermain (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Burke & Wills | Sir William Stawell | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Wild Duck | Gregory | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Return of Captain Invincible | Lawyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | We of the Never Never | Aeneas Gunn | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Duet for Four | Doug Quincey | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Strange Behavior | Dr. Le Sange / Nagel | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Grendel Grendel Grendel | The Dragon / Beowulf (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Hero | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith | Man in Butcher Shop | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Devil's Playground | Brother Francine | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Duellists | Captain with Eyepatch | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Summer of Secrets | Dr. Beverley Adams | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Jock Petersen | Prof. Charles Kent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Libido | - | Flop | Similar → |
Arthur Dignam - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Arthur Dignam?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Arthur Dignam is "The Hero" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Arthur Dignam acted in?
Arthur Dignam has been featured in at least 30 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Arthur Dignam?
Other notable films include "Moulin Rouge!", "The Duellists", and "Shadow of the Cobra".