Susan Batson
ActingAbout Susan Batson
Susan Batson is an American producer, actress, author, acting coach, and a life member of the Actors Studio. Batson graduated from Girls Latin School and Emerson College. One of three sisters born to John Batson and Ruth (Watson) Batson (the latter a noted civil rights activist), Susan trained with Harold Clurman, Uta Hagen, Herbert Berghof at HB Studio, and Lee Strasberg. She has coached notable actresses including Academy Award (Oscar)-winning actresses Nicole Kidman and Juliette Binoche. Batson won the 1971 Obie Award for her performance in AC-DC. On Broadway, she performed in George M! (1968) and The Leaf People (1975), and produced the 2006 production of A Raisin in the Sun. Her work in Adventures of a Black Girl in Search of God won the Los Angeles Drama Critics Award for her. Description above from the Wikipedia article Susan Batson, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Susan Batson reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Susan Batson'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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Susan Batson remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Stone Pillow, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Susan Batson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Susan Batson's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Susan Batson.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Bamboozled | Orchid Dothan | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Summer of Sam | Bed Stuy Woman Interviewed | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Get on the Bus | Dr. Cook | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Girl 6 | Acting Coach | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Stone Pillow | Ruby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Love Child | Brenda | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Outside Chance | Mavis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | A Question of Love | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | House Calls | Shirley | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Choirboys | Sabrina | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Incredible Hulk | Mrs. Maier | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Gidget Grows Up | Diana Otessa | Average | Similar → |
Susan Batson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Susan Batson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Susan Batson is "Stone Pillow" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Susan Batson acted in?
Susan Batson has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Susan Batson?
Other notable films include "Summer of Sam", "The Incredible Hulk", and "House Calls".