Irene Cara
ActingAbout Irene Cara
Irene Cara Escalera (March 18, 1959 - November 25, 2022) was an American singer, songwriter and actress. Cara sang and co-wrote the song Flashdance... What a Feeling from the film Flashdance. She won an Oscar for Best Original Song as a co writer. Cara rose to fame as Coco Hernandez in the 1980 film Fame, and the hit song "Fame" spawned from the movie.
Irene Cara Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Irene Cara reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Irene Cara's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 28% of Irene Cara'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 Get Down Tonight: The Disco Explosion - Vol. 1, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Irene Cara Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Irene Cara's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Irene Cara has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Bring Back... Fame | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Disco Explosion - Flash Back | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Get Down Tonight: The Disco Explosion - Vol. 1 | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Happily Ever After | Snow White (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Caged in Paradiso | Eva | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Busted Up | Simone | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Certain Fury | Tracy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | City Heat | Ginny Lee | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Style Wars | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | D.C. Cab | Irene Cara | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | For Us, the Living: The Story of Medgar Evers | Myrlie Evers | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Killing 'em Softly | Jane | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Sister, Sister | Sissy Lovejoy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | On Location with: FAME | Self - ‘Coco’ | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Fame | Coco Hernandez | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Apple Pie | Dancer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Sparkle | Sparkle | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Aaron Loves Angela | Angela | Flop | Similar → |
Irene Cara - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Irene Cara?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Irene Cara is "Get Down Tonight: The Disco Explosion - Vol. 1" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Irene Cara acted in?
Irene Cara has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Irene Cara?
Other notable films include "Disco Explosion - Flash Back", "Style Wars", and "Sparkle".