
Elize Cawood
ActingAbout Elize Cawood
Elize Cawood (28 June 1952 – 18 July 2020) was a South African actress. Her most famous TV role is probably that of Pop in Verspeelde lente (1984) and on the silver screen opposite Marius Weyers and Peter Sepuma as the rich Afrikaner woman in Taxi to Soweto (1991). She has also been seen in movies such as Die wonderwerker (2012) and Lien se lankstaanskoene (2012).
Elize Cawood Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Elize Cawood reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Elize Cawood's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Elize Cawood'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 For The Birds, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Elize Cawood Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Elize Cawood's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Elize Cawood has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Stroomop | Dr. Ezra | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | My Mum's Bonkers | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | For The Birds | Ouma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | She Sounds Like Spring | Tannie Martie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Forever | Ouma Betsie van Zyl | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Dis ek, Anna | Adv. Gouws | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Lien se Lankstaanskoene | Roos | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Miracle Worker | Maria van Rooyen | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Mad Buddies | Till Lady | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Liefling | Elsa Ferreira | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Red Dust | Anna Hoffman | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The Long Run | Mrs Suiker | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Lyklollery | TV Lisensie Vrou | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Taxi to Soweto | Jessica du Toit | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Fourth Reich | Romy Taillard | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | What You Sow | Miss van Dyk | Flop | Similar → |
Elize Cawood - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Elize Cawood?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Elize Cawood is "For The Birds" with a rating of 9.2/10.
How many movies has Elize Cawood acted in?
Elize Cawood has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Elize Cawood?
Other notable films include "Dis ek, Anna", "Lien se Lankstaanskoene", and "She Sounds Like Spring".




