Godfrey Ho
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Godfrey Ho is considered a master of B-movie Hong Kong actioners. However, a number of his movies are Z-grade movies made with a "cut-and-paste" technique. He would shoot footage for one movie, often using Caucasian actors for exportation, then edit the scenes into several other movies, mixing them with footage from old, unfinished or unreleased Asian movies (using Thai as well as Chinese or Filipino footage), then trying to make the story somewhat coherent through dubbing and voice-overs. He would then have four or five movies while having spent the budget of one. Ho states this style of filmmaking was enforced on him by producer Joseph Lai. He effectively retired from direction after 25 years making genre films in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the Phillipines, he was most recently teaching filmmaking at Hong Kong Film Academy.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Godfrey Ho reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Godfrey Ho's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Godfrey Ho remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Mr. X, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Godfrey Ho Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Godfrey Ho's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Godfrey Ho.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ninja Master: Interview with Godfrey Ho | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Enter the Clones of Bruce | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | From Shaw to Snakes: The Venom and Violence of Early Chinese Language Horror Cinema | self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Space Ninjas | Janitor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Category III: The Untold Story of Hong Kong Exploitation Cinema | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Eastern Heroes: The Video Magazine - Volume 1 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Mr. X | Godfather Ho | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Ninja Hunt | Dr. Ho (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Paris Killers | - | Flop | Similar → |
Godfrey Ho - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Godfrey Ho?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Godfrey Ho is "Mr. X" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Godfrey Ho acted in?
Godfrey Ho has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Godfrey Ho?
Other notable films include "Enter the Clones of Bruce", "Ninja Hunt", and "Category III: The Untold Story of Hong Kong Exploitation Cinema".