Eve Ferret
ActingAbout Eve Ferret
Eve Ferret (born 14 October 1955) is a British actress, comedian, and singer-songwriter known for her work on the films Haunted Honeymoon (1986), Absolute Beginners (1986), and EastEnders (2019). Eve Ferret is the eldest of three children born in Pimlico, London. Mother, Janet is one of seven sisters also raised in Pimlico and was a professional Tea Lady. Her father, Paul Ferret from Barnet, painted the Pimlico houses in summer and at one point delivered the coal in winter. Eve and her family are related to the Gypsy jazz guitarists Pierre 'Baro' Ferret, Jean 'Matelo' Ferret, and Etienne 'Sarane' Ferret who played with Django Reinhardt in the Quintette of the Hot Club Of France. Ferret graduated from singing in a cabaret act called Biddie & Eve at the seminal 'Blitz' nightclub in the late 1970s to appearing alongside David Bowie in both his Grammy Award-winning video Jazzin' for Blue Jean and director Julien Temple's Absolute Beginners as Big Jill to starring in Hollywood movies, chosen by Gene Wilder to appear alongside him as Sylvia, an ex-girlfriend, in his movie Haunted Honeymoon. Ronald Neame (who directed Judy Garland's last film) also chose Eve to play Norah Plumb in his film Foreign Body.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Eve Ferret reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Eve Ferret's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Eve Ferret remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in David Bowie: Jazzin' for Blue Jean, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Eve Ferret Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Eve Ferret's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Eve Ferret.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | The Image | Madam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Maigret | Mrs. Tippet | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Foreign Body | Norah | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Haunted Honeymoon | Sylvia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Absolute Beginners | Big Jill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Billy the Kid and the Green Baize Vampire | Mrs Randall | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | David Bowie: Jazzin' for Blue Jean | Receptionist | Super Hit | Similar → |
Eve Ferret - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Eve Ferret?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eve Ferret is "David Bowie: Jazzin' for Blue Jean" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Eve Ferret acted in?
Eve Ferret has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Eve Ferret?
Other notable films include "Maigret", "Billy the Kid and the Green Baize Vampire", and "Absolute Beginners".