Glenn Ligon
ActingAbout Glenn Ligon
Glenn Ligon is an American conceptual artist whose work explores race, language, desire, sexuality, and identity. Based in New York City, Ligon engages in intertextuality with other works from the visual arts, literature, and history, as well as his own life.
Glenn Ligon Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Glenn Ligon reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 4 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Glenn Ligon's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Glenn Ligon'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 Der Maler Philip Guston – Ein amerikanisches Leben, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Glenn Ligon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Glenn Ligon's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Glenn Ligon has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Marilyn Minter: Pretty/Dirty | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Der Maler Philip Guston – Ein amerikanisches Leben | self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Black Art: In the Absence of Light | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Aggie | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Glenn Ligon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Glenn Ligon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Glenn Ligon is "Der Maler Philip Guston – Ein amerikanisches Leben" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Glenn Ligon acted in?
Glenn Ligon has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Glenn Ligon?
Other notable films include "Black Art: In the Absence of Light", "Aggie", and "Marilyn Minter: Pretty/Dirty".