Carter Burwell
SoundAbout Carter Burwell
Carter Benedict Burwell (born November 18, 1954) is an American film composer. He has frequently collaborated with the Coen brothers, scoring most of their films. He has also scored films by other directors such as Bill Condon, Todd Haynes, Spike Jonze, Martin McDonagh, James Foley, Brian Helgeland, and John Lee Hancock. Burwell received Academy Award nominations for Best Original Score for Haynes's Carol (2015), McDonagh's films Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017), and The Banshees Of Inisherin (2022). Description above from the Wikipedia article Carter Burwell, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Carter Burwell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Carter Burwell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 6 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Carter Burwell's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Carter Burwell'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 Transeltown, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Carter Burwell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Carter Burwell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Carter Burwell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Crafting the Tragedy of Macbeth | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Lights, Action, Music | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Joe's Apartment | The Roach Chorus (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Transeltown | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Scorchers | Piano Player | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Funny | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Carter Burwell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Carter Burwell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Carter Burwell is "Transeltown" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Carter Burwell acted in?
Carter Burwell has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Carter Burwell?
Other notable films include "Lights, Action, Music", "Joe's Apartment", and "Scorchers".