What is Vana O'Brien's latest movie?

Vana O'Brien's most recent film is "My Own Private River" (2012).

Is Vana O'Brien a good actor?

Vana O'Brien has an average audience rating of 5.1/10 across 12 films on movieMx, with standout performances in My Own Private River, My Own Private Idaho, Elephant.

Vana O'Brien

Q: What is the best movie of Vana O'Brien?

According to audience ratings on movieMx, the best movie starring Vana O'Brien is "My Own Private River" with a rating of 7.5/10.

Q: How many movies has Vana O'Brien acted in?

Vana O'Brien has been featured in at least 12 major films. Their complete ranked filmography is listed on this page.

Acting

Updated: Apr 11, 2026

12Total Films

7.5 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 20, 1943

Birth Place: Lake Oswego, Oregon, USA

Vana O'Brien Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Vana O'Brien reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Vana O'Brien's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 25% of Vana O'Brien'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 My Own Private River, which stands out as a key performance.

Best Vana O'Brien Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Vana O'Brien's career based on audience ratings.

★7.5

My Own Private River (2012) movie poster

★7.5

My Own Private River: Unused footage from Gus Van Sant's 1991 film My Own Private Idaho is re-contextualized in James Franco's tribute to Rive

My Own Private River

2012•Documentary

★7.1

My Own Private Idaho (1991) movie poster

★7.1

My Own Private Idaho: In this loose adaptation of Shakespeare's "Henry IV," Mike Waters is a hustler afflicted with narcolepsy. Scott Favor is

My Own Private Idaho

1991•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

Elephant: Several ordinary high school students go through their daily routine as two others prepare for something more malevolent

Elephant

2003•Crime

★5.7

Child of Darkness, Child of Light (1991) movie poster

★5.7

Child of Darkness, Child of Light: A Catholic priest is sent to investigate reports of two virgin conceptions. One is about to give birth to the child of G

Child of Darkness, Child of Light

1991•Horror

★5.6

★5.6

Dangerous Pursuit: A young woman's past catches up with her five years later and nearly shatters her life. As a footloose cocktail waitress

Dangerous Pursuit

1990•Crime

Full Filmography

Every movie Vana O'Brien has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2012	My Own Private River	Sharon Waters (archive footage)	Super Hit	Similar →
2009	Transmorphers: Fall of Man	Grandma	Flop	Similar →
2006	Raising Flagg	Aunt Edith	Flop	Similar →
2003	Elephant	P.E. Instructor	Hit	Similar →
2000	Soulmate	Landlady	Flop	Similar →
1993	The Wee Sing Train	Old Grey Mare (voice)	Flop	Similar →
1993	Moment of Truth: Why My Daughter?	Judge Turkell	Flop	Similar →
1992	Wee Sing in the Marvelous Musical Mansion	Aunty Annabella / Rachel	Flop	Similar →
1991	Child of Darkness, Child of Light	Mrs. Gallagher	Average	Similar →
1991	My Own Private Idaho	Sharon Waters	Hit	Similar →
1990	Dangerous Pursuit	Maureen	Average	Similar →
1989	The Haunting of Sarah Hardy	Aunt Caroline	Flop	Similar →

Vana O'Brien - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Vana O'Brien?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vana O'Brien is "My Own Private River" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Vana O'Brien acted in?

Vana O'Brien has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Vana O'Brien?

Other notable films include "My Own Private Idaho", "Elephant", and "Child of Darkness, Child of Light".