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Helen Shaver

Helen Shaver

Director & actor · born 24 February 1951 · Saint Thomas, Ontario, Canada

Helen Shaver is a Canadian stage, film and television actress and director. She attended the Banff School of Fine Arts and studied Acting at the University of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. She started acting at 18, collaborating with industry giants like Scorsese and Spielberg. Her performances earned awards—Theatreworld Award for "Jake’s Woman," Genies for "In Praise of Older Women" (Best Actress) and "Who Has Seen the Wind" (Best Supporting Actress). Transitioning to directing, she helmed episodes for various series and directed Emmy-winning films like "Summer’s End." Despite childhood illness, her resilience led her to study acting and excel in her craft.

Where to start: The Land Before Time (1988).

As director 5

As actor 69

TV shows 52

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Helen Shaver movie?

By viewer score, The Land Before Time (1988) at 7.2/10.

What are Helen Shaver’s most popular movies?

The Land Before Time, The Craft, The Color of Money.

How many movies has Helen Shaver made?

74 films on TMDB, 5 as director, 69 as actor.

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