Harry Kümel
DirectingAbout Harry Kümel
Harry Kümel (born 27 January 1940) is a Belgian film director. His 1971 vampire feature Daughters of Darkness (Les lèvres rouges; Fr, "The Red Lips"), starring Delphine Seyrig became a cult hit in Europe and the United States. He also directed the film version of Malpertuis (1971), featuring Orson Welles and adapted from the 1943 novel by Jean Ray. He also directed Monsieur Hawarden (1969). From 1969 until the present, Kümel has taught cinema at several film institutes, including The Dutch Film and Television Academy - Amsterdam (NFTA), Institut des Arts de Diffusion - Brussels (IAD), Royal Institute for Theatre, Cinema and Sound - Brussels (RITS), and the Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB).
Harry Kümel Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Harry Kümel reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Harry Kümel's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 23% of Harry Kümel'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 Horror Europa with Mark Gatiss, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Harry Kümel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Harry Kümel's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Harry Kümel has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Tales of the Uncanny | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Forgotten Scares: An In-depth Look at Flemish Horror Cinema | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Horror Europa with Mark Gatiss | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Daughters of Darkness: Locations of Darkness | self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Malpertuis Archive | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Malpertuis Revisited | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Orson Welles Uncut | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Hollywood by Bike | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Janssen & Janssens draaien een film | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | De droomproducenten | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Het Beest | Man op autostrade | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Paradise Lost | Photographer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Anna the Maid | Voice-over introduction | Flop | Similar → |
Harry Kümel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Harry Kümel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harry Kümel is "Horror Europa with Mark Gatiss" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Harry Kümel acted in?
Harry Kümel has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Harry Kümel?
Other notable films include "Tales of the Uncanny", "Forgotten Scares: An In-depth Look at Flemish Horror Cinema", and "Paradise Lost".