Sheila Florance
ActingAbout Sheila Florance
Sheila Florance (1916-1991) was an Australian actress, known for her role of Lizzie Birdsworth in TV series' Prisoner (1979-1984), Mad Max (1979) and A Woman's Tale (1991). Died of cancer in Melbourne, Australia at age 75, 9 days after winning Australian Film Institute's Best Actress award for A Woman's Tale (1991), a film where she played a woman dying of cancer.
Sheila Florance Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Sheila Florance reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Sheila Florance's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 45% of Sheila Florance'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 Illuminations, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Sheila Florance Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sheila Florance's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Sheila Florance has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | A Woman's Tale | Martha | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Great Escape | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Nirvana Street Murder | Molly | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Tale of Ruby Rose | Großmutter | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Prisoner in Concert | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Mad Max | May Swaisey | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Devil's Playground | Mrs.Sullivan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Summerfield | Miss Gleeson | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | Illuminations | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | End Play | Mavis Lipton | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Clay | Deaf-mute | Average | Similar → |
Sheila Florance - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sheila Florance?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sheila Florance is "Illuminations" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Sheila Florance acted in?
Sheila Florance has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sheila Florance?
Other notable films include "Nirvana Street Murder", "The Great Escape", and "Mad Max".