Kathryn Bigelow
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Kathryn Ann Bigelow (born November 27, 1951) is an American film director. Her best-known films are the cult horror film Near Dark (1987), the surfer/bank robbery action picture Point Break (1991), the historical/mystery film The Weight of Water (2000) and the war drama The Hurt Locker (2008). The Hurt Locker won the 2010 Academy Award for Best Picture, won the BAFTA Award for Best Film, and was nominated for the 2010 Golden Globe Award for Best Drama. With The Hurt Locker, Bigelow became the first woman to win the Academy Award for Best Director, the Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directing, the BAFTA Award for Best Direction, and the Critics' Choice Award for Best Director. In April 2010, Bigelow was named to the Time 100 list of most influential people of the year.
Kathryn Bigelow Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kathryn Bigelow reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kathryn Bigelow's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 25% of Kathryn Bigelow'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 Prisoner's Dilemma, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kathryn Bigelow Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kathryn Bigelow's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kathryn Bigelow has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Beyond Melodrama: Kathryn Bigelow on Douglas Sirk | Interviewee | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Living in Darkness | Herself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Cinefile: Reel Women | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Martini Ranch: Reach | Posse Leader | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Born in Flames | Newspaper editor | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Regrouping | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Prisoner's Dilemma | Worker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Done To | - | Flop | Similar → |
Kathryn Bigelow - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kathryn Bigelow?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kathryn Bigelow is "Prisoner's Dilemma" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Kathryn Bigelow acted in?
Kathryn Bigelow has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kathryn Bigelow?
Other notable films include "Living in Darkness", "Born in Flames", and "Regrouping".