Joan Potau
WritingAbout Joan Potau
Joan Potau was born in 1945 in Barcelona, Catalonia (Spain) as Joan Potau Martínez. He was a writer and actor, known for El rey pasmado (1991), No respires: El amor está en el aire (1999) and Belle Epoque (1992). He was married to the actress Carme Elias. He died on February 3, 2015 in Barcelona.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Joan Potau reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Joan Potau'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 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Joan Potau remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Belle Époque, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Joan Potau Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Joan Potau's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Joan Potau.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Kill Me Tender | Cura | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Between Your Legs | Hombre Crock | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Spanish Fly | Interviewee | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Soul Ache | César | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Parabellum | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Airbag | Dos Barros | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | What Makes Women Laugh? | Álvaro | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | All Men Are the Same | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | ¡Semos peligrosos! (Uséase Makinavaja 2) | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Belle Époque | Paco | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Makinavaja, el último choriso | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Dumbfounded King | Secundino Mirambel | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Don Juan in Hell | Fraile | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | Too Old to Die Young | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Stico | Jaume Velat (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Barcelona sur | Traficante de armas | Flop | Similar → |
Joan Potau - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Joan Potau?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Joan Potau is "Belle Époque" with a rating of 6.6/10.
How many movies has Joan Potau acted in?
Joan Potau has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Joan Potau?
Other notable films include "Airbag", "All Men Are the Same", and "Too Old to Die Young".