Gilbert Cates
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Gilbert “Gil” Cates (born June 6, 1934) is an American film director and television producer. He is probably best known for producing the annual Academy Award shows. In September 2007, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that he would be producing the 80th Academy Awards, his 14th time. The awards took place on Sunday February 24, 2008. Cates directed a number of feature films including I Never Sang for My Father (1970) and Summer Wishes, Winter Dreams (1973), Oh, God! Book II (1980) and The Last Married Couple in America (1980). Cates was born Gilbert Katz in New York City, the son of Nina (née Peltzman) and Nathan Katz, who was a dress manufacturer. There he attended DeWitt Clinton High School. He is the uncle of noted actress Phoebe Cates and a brother of the producer and director Joseph Cates, with whom he collaborated from time to time. Description above from the Wikipedia article Gilbert Cates, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gilbert Cates reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 2 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Gilbert Cates'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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gilbert Cates remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Inside the Golden Statue, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Gilbert Cates Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gilbert Cates's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gilbert Cates.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | $pent | Mr. Walsh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Inside the Golden Statue | Self | Average | Similar → |
Gilbert Cates - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gilbert Cates?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gilbert Cates is "Inside the Golden Statue" with a rating of 6.3/10.
How many movies has Gilbert Cates acted in?
Gilbert Cates has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.