Ginette Reno
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Ginette Reno, OC, CQ (born April 28, 1946) is a French-Canadian author, composer, singer, and actress. She is known by the nickname "La Reno". Born as Ginette Reynault (some sources indicate Raynault) in Montreal, Quebec, she played the role of Maria Barberini in the independent film Mambo Italiano and played the mother in Léolo. She has recorded in both English and French. Her biggest hit in English is the 1971 song "Beautiful Second Hand Man". Among her recordings is a French version of the Lynsey de Paul song, "Storm in a Teacup". She mostly performs in her native Quebec. During her four-decade career, she has recorded approximately 60 albums. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ginette Reno, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Ginette Reno Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ginette Reno 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 Ginette Reno's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 13% of Ginette Reno'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 Léolo, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ginette Reno Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ginette Reno's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ginette Reno has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ginette Reno, plus qu'une chanson | Invitée | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | The 12 Tasks of Imelda | Simone | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Marie-Soleil et Jean-Claude: au-delà des étoiles | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Imelda 3 : Simone | Simone | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Une chance qu'on s'a | Self - Guest Artist | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Ginette Reno: Divine | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Messmer : le fascinateur | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Céline sur les Plaines | Self - Performer | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | A Family Secret | Blanche 43-73 ans | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Mambo Italiano | Maria Barberini | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Laura Cadieux II | Laura Cadieux | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | It's Your Turn, Laura | Laura Cadieux | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Une voix en or | Louise Dawson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Léolo | Mother | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Ginette - Ma Vie | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Ginette Reno - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ginette Reno?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ginette Reno is "Léolo" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Ginette Reno acted in?
Ginette Reno has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ginette Reno?
Other notable films include "The 12 Tasks of Imelda", "Céline sur les Plaines", and "Mambo Italiano".