Lawrence Ferlinghetti
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Lawrence Ferlinghetti reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 17 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Lawrence Ferlinghetti's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Lawrence Ferlinghetti remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Merton: A Film Biography, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Lawrence Ferlinghetti Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lawrence Ferlinghetti's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Lawrence Ferlinghetti.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | The Beat Bomb | himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Ferlinghetti: A Rebirth of Wonder | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Obscene: A Portrait of Barney Rosset and Grove Press | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Darwin Awards | Lawrence Ferlinghetti | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | The War Prayer | Minister | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Joy of Life | Voiceover | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Last Tears from Planet Earth | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Fernanda Pivano: A Farewell to Beat | Se stesso | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Source | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | On the Road to Desolation | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Merton: A Film Biography | Self - Poet | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Last Waltz | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Woodstock | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Be-In | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Wholly Communion | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Goldmouth | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1958 | Have You Sold Your Dozen Roses? | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
Lawrence Ferlinghetti - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lawrence Ferlinghetti?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lawrence Ferlinghetti is "Merton: A Film Biography" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Lawrence Ferlinghetti acted in?
Lawrence Ferlinghetti has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lawrence Ferlinghetti?
Other notable films include "The Last Waltz", "Fernanda Pivano: A Farewell to Beat", and "Woodstock".