Robert Liensol
ActingAbout Robert Liensol
Robert Liensol was born on 9 September 1922 in Saint-Barthélémy, French West Indies. He was an actor, known for L'exil du roi Behanzin (1994), Target (1985) and Coco-the-Flower, Candidate (1979). He died on 13 February 2011 in Paris, France. Robert Liensol founded in 1954 and managed to 1972 the "Compagnie des Griots", the first French company of black actors. In that troupe, were Darling Légitimus, Théo Légitimus, Jenny Alpha, Bachir Touré, Toto Bissainthe, Thimotée Bassari, Lydia Ewandéand Danièle Van Berkeycke. They created "Les Nègres" by Jean Genet, directed by Roger Blin, "La tragédie du Roi Christophe" and "Une saison au Congo" by Aimé Césaire both directed by Jean-Marie Serreau. He merged the Griots company with the "Shango" theatre troupe of Med Hondo called "Griots-Shango"in 1972.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Robert Liensol reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Robert Liensol's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Robert Liensol remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Coco-the-Flower, Candidate, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Robert Liensol Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Robert Liensol's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Robert Liensol.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Kirikou and the Wild Beasts | Le grand-père (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Kirikou and the Sorceress | Le Sage dans la montagne (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Bitter Sugar | L'avocat | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | L'exil du roi Behanzin | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Time to Kill | Joannes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Périgord noir | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Old Sorceress & the Valet | Armand | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Amok | Mathieu Sempala | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Snow | Jocko | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Vivre libre ou mourir | The defense attorney | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Coco-the-Flower, Candidate | David 'Coco La Fleur' Boyeur | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | West Indies | Le parlementaire | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Making of West Indies | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | Oh, Sun | Visitor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Committee of 19 | Vitse-gubernator | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Les verts pâturages | Dieu / Le pasteur | Flop | Similar → |
Robert Liensol - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Robert Liensol?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Robert Liensol is "Coco-the-Flower, Candidate" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Robert Liensol acted in?
Robert Liensol has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Robert Liensol?
Other notable films include "Kirikou and the Sorceress", "The Committee of 19", and "Oh, Sun".