Phil Solomon - Actor Profile

Phil Solomon

Directing
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
3Total Films
7.6 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 3, 1954
Birth Place: Manhattan, New York, USA

About Phil Solomon

Phil Solomon was an internationally recognized filmmaker and educator who taught both film history/aesthetics and film production at University of Colorado Boulder from 1991 until his death in 2019. Solomon’s work has been screened in every major venue for experimental film throughout the U.S. and Europe, including 3 Cineprobes (one-man shows) at the Museum of Modern Art and two Whitney Biennials. His films have won 10 first prize awards at major international film festivals for experimental film (including six Juror’s Awards from the Black Maria Film and Video Festival). His films reside in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art, Massachusetts College of Art, Binghamton University, Hampshire College, The Chicago Art Institute, San Francisco State University, the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee, and the Oberhausen Film Collection. Solomon collaborated on three films with his colleague and friend, Stan Brakhage, who named Solomon’s Remains to be Seen on his Top Ten Films of All Time for Sight and Sound.

Phil Solomon Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Phil Solomon reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 3 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Phil Solomon's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 67% of Phil Solomon'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 Stan Brakhage Exits the Cinema and Enters the Light of Day, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Phil Solomon Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Phil Solomon's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Phil Solomon has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2002 Stan Brakhage Exits the Cinema and Enters the Light of Day Himself Super Hit Similar →
1998 Brakhage Self Hit Similar →
1996 Cannibal! The Musical Miner (uncredited) Average Similar →

Phil Solomon - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Phil Solomon?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Phil Solomon is "Stan Brakhage Exits the Cinema and Enters the Light of Day" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has Phil Solomon acted in?

Phil Solomon has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.

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