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Ellen Burstyn
FILMOGRAPHY (ONLY REVIEWED ENTRIES)
Arriving fairly late in movies, and even later in the Hollywood celebrity scene, Ellen Burstyn's career has been distinguished by recurring, often low-key critically acclaimed performances in ambitious and groundbreaking films. Her filmatic successes stand as a stern contrast to her turbulent personal life containing three broken marriages and a childhood filled with abuse. That she has been standing tall through it all is a testament to Burstyn's personal strength - a strength that has often been mirrored in her characters.
After a non-stop line of successes during the 70s, Burstyn had trouble finding good work in movies during the 80s and 90s, and went on to do a lot of television work instead. However, now well into her 70s, she is back in the limelight and she is as prolific and ambitious as ever. Burstyn has remained a model for women, without ever wearing the feminist hat.
Alex in Wonderland (1970) "Burstyn stands out as Sutherland's wife" - Leonard Maltin The King of Marvin Gardens (1972) "Burstyn's performance as an aging beauty is chilling in its perfection" - Leonard Maltin Resurrection (1980) "Burstyn's moving performance is the centrepiece of a wonderful and underrated film." - Leonard Maltin
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As
an actress, Burstyn is unpretentious and highly professional. She
portrays elegance and desperation with equal conviction. Her best roles
have often been characters that are pushed to the limit, such as in 