Czech movie actors born in the year 1918
Here are 6 famous actors from Czech Republic were born in 1918:
Miroslav Horníček
Miroslav Horníček (November 10, 1918 Pilsen-February 15, 2003 Prague) a.k.a. Miroslav Hornicek or Horníček, Miroslav was a Czech writer and actor.
Horníček started his career as an actor and performed in many theaters across the country. He also acted in several films and television shows. Later, he switched to writing and published many successful books, mostly children's literature. He received numerous awards for his contributions to Czech literature, including the prestigious title of National Artist in 2001. Horníček was known for his humor and wit, and his works often contained elements of social commentary. He was also a vocal opponent of the Communist regime in Czechoslovakia and was subjected to censorship during that period.
Svatopluk Beneš
Svatopluk Beneš (February 24, 1918 Bohemia-April 27, 2007 Czech Republic) otherwise known as S. Benes or Svatopluk Benesch was a Czech actor.
He began his acting career in the 1930s and appeared in more than 150 films over the course of his career. He was known for his versatility in portraying various characters such as detectives, villains, and comedic roles. Some of his most notable performances include his roles in the films The Fabulous World of Jules Verne and The Mysterious Castle in the Carpathians. In addition to acting, he was also a singer and released several albums throughout his career. He received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to Czech cinema, including the prestigious Thalia Award. Despite retiring from acting in the 1990s, he remained an important figure in Czech culture until his passing in 2007.
Martin Ruzek
Martin Ruzek (September 23, 1918 Červený Kostelec-December 18, 1995 Prague) a.k.a. Martin Erhard or Martin Růžek was a Czech actor.
He studied acting at the Prague Conservatory and made his stage debut in 1940 at the Vinohrady Theatre in Prague. Ruzek quickly became one of the most popular actors of his generation, and appeared in over 100 films during his career. His most famous roles include the grandfather in the film "Three Hazelnuts for Cinderella" (Tři oříšky pro Popelku) and the devil in the film "Valerie and Her Week of Wonders" (Valerie a týden divů). Ruzek was also a prolific voice actor, dubbing foreign films and TV shows into Czech. He received numerous awards throughout his career, including the prestigious Thalia Award for his contribution to Czech theatre.
Václav Voska
Václav Voska (October 21, 1918 Prague-August 20, 1982 Prague) was a Czech actor.
He studied acting at the Prague Conservatory and started his career performing in various theaters across Czechoslovakia. Voska became a member of the National Theatre in Prague in 1949 and remained there for the rest of his career. He was known for his skillful portrayal of both comedic and dramatic roles, and he was especially praised for his performances in plays by Czech playwrights such as Karel Čapek and František Langer. Voska also appeared in several films, including the Academy Award-winning movie Closely Watched Trains (1966). He was awarded the title National Artist for his contributions to Czech theater and cinema in 1978. Voska passed away in 1982 in Prague at the age of 63.
Jiří Krejčík
Jiří Krejčík (June 26, 1918 Prague-August 8, 2013 Prague) also known as Jiri Krejcik or George Krejčík was a Czech film director, actor and screenwriter.
Krejčík began his career as a theater actor and later transitioned to film. He is best known for his work in the 1960s and 1970s, during which time he directed several well-known Czechoslovakian films such as "The Ear," "Case for a Rookie Hangman" and "The Murderer Hides His Face," which won him critical acclaim both at home and abroad. He also acted in several films including "The Cremator" and "The Mysterious Castle in the Carpathians." Later in his career, Krejčík focused on directing for television and continued to work into his nineties. He was widely regarded as one of the most influential Czech filmmakers of the 20th century.
Josef Bek
Josef Bek (December 21, 1918 Hradec Králové-May 5, 1995 Prague) also known as J. Bek was a Czech actor.
He initially trained as a chemist and worked in a factory before pursuing his passion for acting in 1945. He made his debut on stage at the age of 27 and went on to become a prolific performer in both theatre and film. Bek was particularly known for his roles in historical dramas and films which earned him critical acclaim. He starred in several films directed by renowned Czech filmmaker, František Vláčil, including "Marketa Lazarová" and "Adelheid". He also appeared in the Hollywood film, "The Bridge at Remagen". Bek was a recipient of numerous awards for his acting including the Czech Lion for Best Actor in a Leading Role in 1993. He passed away in 1995 at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy as one of the greatest actors in Czech film history.