Benjamin Zephaniah
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Benjamin Obadiah Iqbal Zephaniah (April 15, 1958 - December 7, 2023) was a British writer, dub poet and Rastafarian. He was included in The Times list of Britain's top 50 post-war writers in 2008.
Benjamin Zephaniah Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Benjamin Zephaniah reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Benjamin Zephaniah's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 13% of Benjamin Zephaniah'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 Making the Connection, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Benjamin Zephaniah Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Benjamin Zephaniah's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Benjamin Zephaniah has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Peaky Blinders: Rambert’s The Redemption of Thomas Shelby | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Cold War Steve Meets the Outside World | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Making the Connection | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | PS Your Mystery Sender | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | A Picture of Birmingham, by Benjamin Zephaniah | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Mad Dogs | Poet | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | I Bring You Frankincense | Richard's father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Truth or Dairy | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Dread Poets' Society | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Farendj | Moses | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Didn't You Kill My Brother? | Rufus | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Time and Judgement: A Diary of a 400 Year Exile | Street Corner Poet 1 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Language is the Key | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Who Killed Colin Roach? | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Benjamin Zephaniah | Pen Rhythm Poet | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Benjamin Zephaniah - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Benjamin Zephaniah?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Benjamin Zephaniah is "Making the Connection" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Benjamin Zephaniah acted in?
Benjamin Zephaniah has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Benjamin Zephaniah?
Other notable films include "Time and Judgement: A Diary of a 400 Year Exile", "Mad Dogs", and "Farendj".