Richard Kern - Actor Profile

Richard Kern

Directing
Updated: Apr 10, 2026
25Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 20, 1954
Birth Place: Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, USA

About Richard Kern

Richard Kern is a New York underground filmmaker, writer and photographer. He first came to underground prominence as part of the underground cultural explosion in the East Village of New York City in the 1980s, with erotic and experimental films featuring underground personalities of the time such as Lydia Lunch, David Wojnarowicz, Sonic Youth, Kembra Pfahler, and Henry Rollins. Like many of the musicians around him, Kern had a deep interest in the aesthetics of extreme sex, violence, and perversion. He was one of the leading lights of the Cinema of Transgression movement.

Richard Kern Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Richard Kern reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 25 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 24% of Richard Kern'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 Sublapse Video Mag 1, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Richard Kern Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Richard Kern's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Richard Kern has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Richard Kern - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Richard Kern?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard Kern is "Sublapse Video Mag 1" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Richard Kern acted in?

Richard Kern has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Richard Kern?

Other notable films include "Diary of a Deadbeat: The Story of Jim VanBebber", "Divine Trash", and "Blank City".

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