Polish movie actors born in the year 1905
Here are 8 famous actors from Poland were born in 1905:
Władysław Hańcza
Władysław Hańcza (May 18, 1905 Łódź-November 19, 1977 Warsaw) also known as Wladyslaw Tosik or Wladyslaw Hancza was a Polish actor, theatre director and teacher. He had one child, Władysław Hańcza.
Hańcza began his acting career in the early 1930s and quickly made a name for himself on stage, performing in several theaters across Poland. He also worked as a theater director, being one of the pioneers of the Polish "theater of reality". During World War II, he was imprisoned by the Nazis in a concentration camp but managed to escape and joined the underground resistance movement.
After the war, Hańcza continued his work as an actor and director, and in 1949 he became a professor at the Academy of Dramatic Art in Warsaw. He was a mentor to many young actors and directors, including Andrzej Wajda, one of the most famous Polish directors of all time.
Throughout his career, Hańcza appeared in dozens of films and television shows, including the acclaimed 1958 film "Ashes and Diamonds". He also received many awards for his contributions to Polish theatre and film, including the prestigious Order of Polonia Restituta.
Hańcza's legacy lives on in the many actors and directors he taught and inspired, as well as his contributions to the development of Polish theater and film.
Alfred Balthoff
Alfred Balthoff (December 8, 1905 Pyskowice-March 8, 1989 Vienna) a.k.a. Alfred Berliner was a Polish actor.
He started his career in the 1930s in Berlin, where he appeared in numerous theater productions and films. In 1933, due to the rise of the Nazi party, Balthoff, who was jewish, emigrated to Vienna. He continued to act in films in Austria, but his roles became smaller and less frequent as the country came under Nazi occupation during World War II.
After the war, Balthoff acted in a handful of Austrian films and television productions, including the popular television series "Tatort", but he is perhaps best known for his voice over work. He provided the German voice for many Hollywood actors, including Clark Gable, Spencer Tracy, and Marlon Brando.
Balthoff died in Vienna in 1989 at the age of 83.
Bronislaw Darski
Bronislaw Darski (March 12, 1905 Dąbrowa Górnicza-March 10, 1964 Warsaw) was a Polish actor.
He made his acting debut in 1928 and became known for his versatile roles and ability to play complex and multidimensional characters. Throughout his career, he appeared in numerous theater productions and films, including "The Seventh Room" (1947), "A Generation" (1955), and "The Ashes" (1965). Darski was also recognized for his work as a theater director and was instrumental in promoting contemporary Polish drama. He was awarded the Officer's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta for his contributions to Polish culture. Despite suffering from poor health for much of his life, Darski continued to work in the entertainment industry until his death in 1964.
Włodzimierz Zonn
Włodzimierz Zonn (November 14, 1905 Russian Empire-February 28, 1975 Warsaw) also known as Wlodzimierz Zonn was a Polish astronomer, teacher and actor. His child is called Lidia Zonn.
Włodzimierz Zonn was born in Russia and later became a Polish citizen. He studied astronomy and mathematics at the University of Warsaw, where he received his doctoral degree in 1934. Zonn worked at several astronomical observatories in Poland, including the Warsaw University Observatory and the Skalnaté Pleso Observatory in Slovakia.
Aside from his scientific pursuits, Zonn was also a passionate teacher and actor. He taught astronomy and mathematics at various schools in Warsaw and was a member of the Warsaw Chamber Opera. Zonn also appeared in several films, including the 1956 film "Krzyżacy" and "Eroica" in 1958.
Zonn was a respected figure in the Polish astronomical community and served as the president of the Polish Astronomical Society from 1965 to 1968. He was also a member of the International Astronomical Union and the Committee on Space Research.
Zonn retired in 1971 and passed away in 1975 at the age of 69. He is remembered for his contributions to astronomy, education, and the arts in Poland.
Menashe Oppenheim
Menashe Oppenheim (September 18, 1905-October 23, 1973 New York City) otherwise known as Menasze Oppenheim, Menasha Oppenheim, Menasha or Mieczyslaw was a Polish actor, singer and composer.
Born in Warsaw, Poland, Oppenheim started his career in the 1920s, performing in Yiddish theater productions. He then moved to Berlin, Germany where he continued to act and perform. In the late 1930s, he managed to flee Germany and eventually settled in New York City.
Oppenheim quickly became a sought-after performer in Yiddish theater and was known for his powerful voice and emotional performances. In addition to acting, he also composed music for various productions. He was a part of the vibrant Yiddish cultural scene in New York City in the mid-20th century.
Aside from his theatrical career, Oppenheim also appeared in several films and television shows, including the film "Tevye" in which he played the character of Lazar Wolf. He also appeared in several episodes of the TV series "The Goldbergs".
Despite facing discrimination as a Jewish immigrant and actor, Oppenheim persevered and continued to make a name for himself in the entertainment industry. He passed away in 1973 at the age of 68 due to heart failure.
Marian Meller
Marian Meller (April 23, 1905 Staw, Chełmno County-August 18, 1974 Warsaw) was a Polish actor. He had one child, Wiktor Meller.
Marian Meller was known for his prolific career in film and theater. He started his acting journey in 1925, performing in numerous plays staged in Poznań and Warsaw. Meller's iconic performances in films such as "Kariera Nikodema Dyzmy," "Trzy Starty," and "Zolnierz Królowej Madagaskaru" made him a household name in Poland.
Meller was not only an accomplished actor but also a prolific director, writer, and theater professor. He worked as a director for the Warsaw-based National Theater, where he nurtured many budding actors. His dedication to the theater led him to teach at the State Theater School in Warsaw, where he trained future actors and directors.
Marian Meller remained an active theater performer until his death in 1974. His influence on the Polish theater industry is undisputed, and he was posthumously awarded the Commander's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta in 1975.
Shimon Finkel
Shimon Finkel (December 1, 1905 Poland-October 5, 1999) a.k.a. Szymon Finkiel or S.Finkel was a Polish actor.
He was best known for his work on stage and in film, and he was widely regarded as one of Poland's most talented performers. Finkel appeared in over 50 films throughout his career, including prominent roles in "The Eighth Day of the Week" (1958), "Lotna" (1959), and "Black Cross" (1960). In addition, he also acted in many theatrical productions, performing in major theaters across Poland as well as in New York and Paris. Finkel was also a respected acting teacher, and he taught at the National Theatre School in Warsaw for many years. Despite facing persecution and discrimination as a Jewish artist in Poland during World War II and the post-war communist regime, Finkel remained committed to his craft and continued to inspire generations of actors and audiences until his death in 1999.
Kazimierz Wajda
Kazimierz Wajda (December 3, 1905 Lviv-May 8, 1955 Warsaw) otherwise known as Szczepko was a Polish actor.
He came from a family of actors and began his acting career in his late teens. He became a prominent actor in the Polish theatre scene, which eventually led to his roles in notable Polish films such as "Czarna perła" (1947) and "Skarb" (1948). Wajda was known for his versatility as an actor and was respected for his ability to portray both comedic and dramatic roles. His film career was cut short due to his sudden death at the age of 49.