Paddy Bush
ActingAbout Paddy Bush
Paddy Bush is an English musician, instrument maker, music critic, producer, and artist. He is also the older brother of Kate Bush. His best-known works are his collaborations with her on all of her studio albums up to the 2005 release Aerial. Bush often plays standard instruments such as the guitar, mandolin, and harmonica, along with more exotic and unusual instruments, such as the balalaika, sitar, koto, and digeridoo. Bush is the sole European musician who has mastered playing - and making of - the Marovany, a traditional Malagasy instrument related to the Valiha. He undertook a number of extensive trips to Madagascar for filming and radio recording purposes. On one of these, Bush presented the widely screened television documentary 'Like A God When He Plays' which also features popular Malagasy musician Justin Vali. Bush was an original member of the KT Bush Band. In 1993, Bush collaborated with Colin Lloyd-Tucker to form the band Bushtucker.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Paddy Bush reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Paddy Bush's filmography leans towards the Music genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 43% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Paddy Bush remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Kate Bush: Live at Hammersmith Odeon, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Paddy Bush Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paddy Bush's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Paddy Bush.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | The Line, the Cross & the Curve | Devil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Kate Bush: Live at Hammersmith Odeon | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Kate Bush In Concert | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Kate Bush Christmas Special | Bandit | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo | Mandolin, additional instrumentation, vocal harmonies | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Kate Bush: On Tour | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Experiment IV | The Madman | Flop | Similar → |
Paddy Bush - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paddy Bush?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paddy Bush is "Kate Bush: Live at Hammersmith Odeon" with a rating of 7.6/10.
How many movies has Paddy Bush acted in?
Paddy Bush has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paddy Bush?
Other notable films include "Kate Bush Christmas Special", "The Line, the Cross & the Curve", and "Kate Bush: On Tour".