Cast

Karen Black

1939 – 2013

Active years (films on this site)

1970–1986

Genres

DramaComedyMusicalCrimeHorror

Schools and movements

New HollywoodClassical HollywoodHorror and the Uncanny

Directors worked with

Bob Rafelson1 filmRobert Altman1 filmAlfred Hitchcock1 filmTobe Hooper1 film

Biography

Karen Blanche Black was an American actress, screenwriter, singer, and songwriter. She rose to prominence for her work in studio and independent films in the 1970s, frequently portraying eccentric and offbeat characters, and established herself as a figure of New Hollywood. Her career spanned 50 years and includes nearly 200 credits in both independent and mainstream films. Black received numerous accolades throughout her career, including two Golden Globe Awards, as well as an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

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Awards and honours

International

• Sitges Film Festival Best Actress award 1977

4 films on this site

1. Five Easy Pieces 1970 · Bob Rafelson · IMDb 7.3 · Cast
2. Nashville 1975 · Robert Altman · IMDb 7.6 · Cast
3. Family Plot 1976 · Alfred Hitchcock · IMDb 6.8 · Cast
4. Invaders from Mars 1986 · Tobe Hooper · IMDb 5.5 · Cast