Gordon Heath
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Gordon Heath (20 September 1918 - 27 August 1991) was an African-American actor and musician who appeared in feature film Animal Farm, and the British made for TV movie Othello, directed by Tony Richardson. Together with his lover Lee Payant, he ran a Left Bank café called L'Abbaye later in his life. After a long illness, he died on August 27, 1991, while living in Paris. Description above from the Wikipedia article Gordon Heath, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Gordon Heath Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gordon Heath reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gordon Heath's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 69% of Gordon Heath'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 Sister Angele's Secret, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gordon Heath Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gordon Heath's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gordon Heath has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Street of No Return | Black Bum | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The African | Le ministre | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Money Money Money | African general | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | La Nuit bulgare | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Staircase | Postman | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Lost Command | Dia | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | My Uncle from Texas | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | My Baby Is Black! | Daniel | Average | Similar → |
| 1959 | Sapphire | Paul Slade | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Storm Over Jamaica | Coroner | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Sister Angele's Secret | Trumpeter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Othello | Othello | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Heroes and Sinners | Sidney | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Mr. Arkadin | Pianist (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | Animal Farm | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1953 | Man of Africa | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
Gordon Heath - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gordon Heath?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gordon Heath is "Sister Angele's Secret" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Gordon Heath acted in?
Gordon Heath has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gordon Heath?
Other notable films include "My Uncle from Texas", "Othello", and "Heroes and Sinners".