Isaias Badilla
ActingAbout Isaias Badilla
Isaias Badilla is a Costa Rican actor and filmmaker based in New York. He trained at the Taller Nacional de Teatro in Costa Rica and The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York. His film work has screened at over thirty international film festivals, including the 2022 Tribeca Festival selection Ñaños. On stage, his New York and international theater credits include Connor Murphy in Querido Evan (Dear Evan Hansen), Jonathan Baransky in the Off-Broadway revival of Dream On, Baransky, and multiple roles in Hamlet. He also participated in the National Playwrights Conference at the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center in The Myth of the Two Marcos, directed by Oliver Butler. In 2024, he co-founded Purple Duck LLC, an independent production company through which he has produced award-winning short films, including a recent 16mm project centered on the experiences of immigrant artists in New York City.
Isaias Badilla Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Isaias Badilla reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Isaias Badilla's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 10% of Isaias Badilla'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 West Side Story, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Isaias Badilla Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Isaias Badilla's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Isaias Badilla has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Other Woman | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Threnody | Subway Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Good Mourning | Carlos | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Ñaños | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | West Side Story | Pachanga Dancer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Un Regalo Esencial | Josué | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Vertigo | Fede | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | III | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | A Yarn. | Dante | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Act of Seeing | Operator | Flop | Similar → |
Isaias Badilla - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Isaias Badilla?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Isaias Badilla is "West Side Story" with a rating of 6.9/10.
How many movies has Isaias Badilla acted in?
Isaias Badilla has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Isaias Badilla?
Other notable films include "Un Regalo Esencial", "Ñaños", and "Threnody".