José Luis Garci
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José Luis Garci is a Spanish director, producer, film critic, TV presenter, screenwriter and author. He earned worldwide acclaim and his country's first Best Foreign Language Film Academy Award for Begin the Beguine (1982). Four of his films, including also Sesión continua (1984), Asignatura aprobada (1987) and El abuelo (1998), have been nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, more than any other Spanish director. His films are characterized for his classical style and the underlying sentimentality of their plots.
José Luis Garci Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of José Luis Garci reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of José Luis Garci's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 23% of José Luis Garci'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 El crack dos, which stands out as a key performance.
Best José Luis Garci Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from José Luis Garci's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie José Luis Garci has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Eloy de la Iglesia: Film Addict | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Miguel Velázquez. El catedrático del ring | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Summers el rebelde | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Samuel: Hollywood vs Hollywood | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Olea… ¡Más alto! | Self - Filmmaker | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Operación Palace | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Enrique Herreros | Self - Filmmaker | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Night of the Sunflowers | Himself - Radio Host (voice) (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Cradle Song | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | El crack dos | Minor Role (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Viva la clase media | Antonio 'Vladimiro' Flanagan | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | La noche de los cien pájaros | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Vida conyugal sana | Oficinista (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
José Luis Garci - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of José Luis Garci?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring José Luis Garci is "El crack dos" with a rating of 6.9/10.
How many movies has José Luis Garci acted in?
José Luis Garci has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by José Luis Garci?
Other notable films include "Cradle Song", "Enrique Herreros", and "The Night of the Sunflowers".