Paul Slabolepszy
ActingAbout Paul Slabolepszy
Paul Slabolepszy (born 1948) is an English-born South African playwright and actor best known for his seminal play (and later feature film) Saturday Night at the Palace (1987), which he also starred in. He was a founder member of The Space Theatre, South Africa's first non-racial theatre company, with Athol Fugard, Yvonne Bryceland and John Kani in 1972. He was also a founder member of world renowned Market Theatre in Johannesburg, together with Mannie Manim and Barney Simon, in 1976. He created and wrote the SABC2 sitcom Konsternasie Oppie Stasie, which debuted in July 2009. He also plays the recurring role of Snowy in six episodes.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Paul Slabolepszy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Paul Slabolepszy'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), Paul Slabolepszy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Running Riot, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Paul Slabolepszy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul Slabolepszy's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Paul Slabolepszy.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Beyond the Light Barrier | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Vaatjie gets owned | Smuggler | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Running Riot | Crispin Wentzel | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Heel Against the Head | Crispin Wentzel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Taxi to Soweto | Hotel Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Reason to Die | Kyle Bellows | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Saturday Night at the Palace | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Wild Maneuvres | The Horror | Average | Similar → |
Paul Slabolepszy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul Slabolepszy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul Slabolepszy is "Running Riot" with a rating of 6.5/10.
How many movies has Paul Slabolepszy acted in?
Paul Slabolepszy has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul Slabolepszy?
Other notable films include "Wild Maneuvres", "Vaatjie gets owned", and "Heel Against the Head".