Mike Hoolboom
DirectingAbout Mike Hoolboom
Michael "Mike" Hoolboom is a Canadian independent, experimental filmmaker. Having begun filmmaking at an early age, Hoolboom released his first major work, a "film that's not quite a film" entitled White Museum, in 1986. Although he continued to produce films, his rate of production improved drastically after he was diagnosed with HIV in 1988 or 1989; this gave a "new urgency" to his works. Since then he has made dozens of films, two of which have won Best Short Film at the Toronto International Film Festival. His films have also featured in more than 200 film festivals worldwide.
Mike Hoolboom Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Mike Hoolboom 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 Mike Hoolboom's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 17% of Mike Hoolboom'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 Scattering Stars, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Mike Hoolboom Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mike Hoolboom's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Mike Hoolboom has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | How to Watch Pornography | Director | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Tales from the Winnipeg Film Group | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Land of Not Knowing | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Buffalo Death Mask | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | All Fall Down | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Vacancy | Narrator (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Hoolboom | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Faultlines | (Voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Pensão Globo | (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Scattering Stars | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Sleepy Haven | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Antigone | - | Flop | Similar → |
Mike Hoolboom - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mike Hoolboom?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mike Hoolboom is "Scattering Stars" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Mike Hoolboom acted in?
Mike Hoolboom has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mike Hoolboom?
Other notable films include "Vacancy", "Pensão Globo", and "Sleepy Haven".