Pratibha Parmar - Actor Profile

Pratibha Parmar

Directing
Updated: Apr 19, 2026
2Total Films
5.4 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 11, 1955
Birth Place: Nairobi, Kenya

About Pratibha Parmar

Pratibha Parmar is a British filmmaker who has directed numerous award-winning films for BBC, Channel 4, ITVS, PBS and European broadcaster. Her work has also had theatrical distribution. Her credits include Alice Walker: Beauty in Truth, a feature length documentary on the life of Pulitzer Prize winning author of The Color Purple and includes interviews with Steven Spielberg, Danny Glover and Quincy Jones. Recognized as a pioneering filmmaker, Pratibha directed the ground breaking film Khush, one of the first films to give visibility to and highlight the experiences of LGBT people in India. Pratibha made her debut as a narrative director with her award-winning romantic comedy, Nina's Heavenly Delights. In 2019 Pratibha made her US debut as a director of scripted television when she was invited by Ava DuVernay to direct episode 12 of Season 4 of Queen Sugar, executive produced by Ava DuVernay & Oprah Winfrey for OWN/Warner Brothers.

Pratibha Parmar Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Pratibha Parmar reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 2 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Pratibha Parmar'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 After Stonewall, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Pratibha Parmar Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Pratibha Parmar's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Pratibha Parmar has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2015 Masculinity/Femininity Self Flop Similar →
1999 After Stonewall Self Flop Similar →

Pratibha Parmar - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Pratibha Parmar?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pratibha Parmar is "After Stonewall" with a rating of 5.4/10.

How many movies has Pratibha Parmar acted in?

Pratibha Parmar has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.

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