Polish movie actors born in the year 1938
Here are 10 famous actors from Poland were born in 1938:
Jerzy Skolimowski
Jerzy Skolimowski (May 5, 1938 Łódź-) is a Polish screenwriter, film director, actor, playwright, film producer, author, painter and film art director. He has two children, Michael Lyndon and Józef Skolimowski.
Skolimowski is best known for his work in the Polish film industry, particularly during the 1960s and 1970s. Some of his most well-known films include "Identification Marks: None" (1964), "Barrier" (1966), and "Deep End" (1970). He also gained international recognition with his film "Moonlighting" (1982), which was nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.
Aside from his work in film, Skolimowski has also published several books and plays, and is an accomplished painter. He has had exhibitions of his artwork around the world, and has designed posters and album covers. Skolimowski is considered a legend in Polish cinema and has influenced many contemporary Polish filmmakers.
Skolimowski began his career as an actor, studying at the National Film School in Łódź, where he later became a lecturer. He made his directorial debut with the film "Rysopis" (Profile, 1968), which won the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. Skolimowski continued to garner critical acclaim with his films "Walkover" (1965) and "Hands Up!" (1967), which were part of his "Polish School" of filmmaking.
In the 1980s, Skolimowski moved to Hollywood and worked as a screenwriter, contributing to films such as "The Shout" (1978) and "Frantic" (1988). He also directed several English-language films, including "The Lightship" (1985) and "30 Door Key" (1991). Skolimowski later returned to Poland and continued to make films, such as "Essential Killing" (2010), which won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival.
Skolimowski's work has been recognized with numerous awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Polish Film Academy, the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the Venice Film Festival, and the Silver Lion for Best Director at the Venice Film Festival. He remains an important figure in both Polish and international cinema.
Zygmunt Malanowicz
Zygmunt Malanowicz (February 4, 1938 Vilnius County-) is a Polish actor, screenwriter and film director.
He is best known for his role in the film "Knife in the Water" directed by Roman Polanski in 1962. Malanowicz has acted in over 60 films, television series and stage productions throughout his career. He has won several awards for his performances including the Best Actor Award at the Cannes Film Festival in 1962 for his role in "Knife in the Water". In addition to acting, Malanowicz has also worked as a screenwriter and film director. He made his directorial debut in 1977 with the film "Bielecki, Kowalski and Others". Malanowicz has been recognized for his contributions to Polish cinema, and he continues to be a respected figure in the industry today.
Malanowicz was born in Vilnius County, which is located in modern-day Lithuania, but was a part of Poland at the time of his birth. He began his acting career in the late 1950s after studying at the National Academy of Dramatic Art in Warsaw. In addition to his work in film and television, Malanowicz has also been active on stage, performing in both classic and contemporary productions. He has collaborated with some of the most prominent Polish directors, including Andrzej Wajda and Krzysztof Zanussi. Malanowicz has also taught acting at the National Film School in Łódź. In 2012, he was awarded the Medal for Merit to Culture - Gloria Artis by the Polish Ministry of Culture and National Heritage. Despite his long career and many achievements, Malanowicz remains modest and dedicated to his craft. In a 2018 interview, he stated that he is still learning and growing as an artist.
Bohdan Lazuka
Bohdan Lazuka (October 31, 1938 Lublin-) also known as Bohdan Łazuka or Łazuka, Bohdan is a Polish actor and singer. His children are called Adam Łazuka and Olga Łazuka.
Bohdan Lazuka began his career in the entertainment industry as a singer, and later transitioned into acting. He began his acting career in the 1960s, primarily working in theatre productions. Over the years, he has appeared in numerous films and television shows, both in Poland and internationally.
Lazuka has been recognized for his contributions to Polish entertainment with numerous awards and honors. In 2011, he was awarded the Gold Cross of Merit for his achievements in the arts.
In addition to his acting and singing career, Lazuka is also an accomplished writer. He has authored several books, including a memoir and a book of poetry.
Throughout his career, Lazuka has maintained a focus on social activism, and has spoken out on a variety of relevant issues. He has been particularly active in promoting LGBT rights in Poland, and has also spoken out in support of refugees and immigrants.
Bohdan Lazuka is widely respected for his dedication to increasing cultural understanding and tolerance in Poland. He is an honorary ambassador of Lublin, his birthplace, and has served on the board of the Janusz Korczak Association, which promotes the rights of children. Lazuka's tireless work in promoting social justice and equality has earned him a loyal following among young people, who look up to him as a role model in their own struggles for a fairer and more inclusive society. Despite his long and distinguished career, Lazuka remains humble and committed to his art, constantly seeking new challenges and opportunities to grow as an artist and as a person. His legacy as one of Poland's most beloved cultural figures is secure, and his influence will continue to inspire generations to come.
Janusz Dymek
Janusz Dymek (February 1, 1938 Knurów-) is a Polish film director, screenwriter, actor and television director.
He started his career as an actor and performed in a number of popular Polish films. Later on, he ventured into directing and worked on several successful films such as "Zmiennicy" and "Seksmisja". Dymek is also known for directing a number of television series including "Zmiennicy" and "07 zgłoś się". He has won several awards for his work in the film industry and is considered one of the most influential directors in Poland. In addition to his work in film and television, Dymek has also written several novels and plays.
He studied acting at the National Academy of Theatre in Krakow and later worked in various theatre companies before transitioning into film directing. Dymek's contributions to Polish cinema have been recognized by the Polish government, who awarded him the Knight's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta. He has also been recognized internationally, winning awards at film festivals in Italy and Czech Republic. Despite being in his 80s, Dymek is still active in the film industry and continues to work on new projects. In recent years, he has also been involved in various cultural and educational initiatives to promote Polish cinema and support young filmmakers.
Jerzy Kamas
Jerzy Kamas (July 8, 1938 Łódź-) is a Polish actor. He has two children, Karol Kamas and Paweł Kamas.
Kamas is best known for his work in theater, particularly in the Łódź-based Jaracza Theatre where he served as an actor and director for over 40 years. He has also appeared in numerous films and television shows, including the popular Polish series "Czterdziestolatek" and "Zmiennicy." Throughout his career, Kamas has received several prestigious awards, including the Silver Cross of Merit (1985) and the Knight's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta (2008). In addition to his artistic pursuits, Kamas has been an active member of the local community, serving as a city councilor for Łódź from 1990 to 1994.
Kamas was born to a family of artists. His father was a painter and his mother was a pianist. He studied acting at the State Higher School of Film, Television and Theatre in Łódź and made his stage debut in 1959. Throughout his career, he has performed in numerous plays, including classics such as "Hamlet" and "The Cherry Orchard" as well as contemporary works. He is known for his ability to portray complex characters and for his powerful stage presence.
Apart from his work in theatre, Kamas has also appeared in a number of popular Polish films, including "Man of Marble" (1977), "Man of Iron" (1981) and "The Decalogue" (1988). He has also appeared in several television shows, including the popular series "Klan" and "Na Wspólnej."
Kamas' contributions to the arts have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Order of Polonia Restituta, which was awarded to him by the President of Poland in 2008. He is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential actors of his generation, and his legacy continues to inspire younger generations of actors in Poland and beyond.
Feridun Erol
Feridun Erol (December 29, 1938 Włodawa-) is a Polish television director, screenwriter and actor.
Erol's family moved to Turkey when he was two years old. He studied at the Ankara State Conservatory and started his career as an actor in 1957, appearing in various Turkish theatre productions. He then started directing and writing screenplays for TV dramas, with his breakthrough series being "Acı Hayat" in the 1980s. Erol has directed and written for several critically acclaimed TV series and films in Turkey, including "Düş Gezginleri", "Köşe Kapmaca" and "Yılan Hikayesi". He has won numerous awards for his work, including the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Istanbul Film Festival in 2013. Besides his successful career as a director and screenwriter, Erol has appeared in several films and TV series as an actor.
He has acted in over 50 films and TV shows, including popular Turkish dramas like "Kurtlar Vadisi Pusu" and "Ezel". Erol is known for his distinctive style in TV dramas, which often focus on social issues and human relationships. He is also known for his collaborations with renowned Turkish actors, such as Kadir İnanır and Türkan Şoray. In addition to his work in entertainment, Erol is also involved in charity efforts, supporting causes such as education and children's health. He has served as a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and has been honored by the Turkish government for his contributions to the arts. Erol is regarded as one of Turkey's most influential directors and has inspired generations of filmmakers in the country.
Andrzej Nowakowski
Andrzej Nowakowski (November 8, 1938 Warsaw-June 26, 1986 Poland) was a Polish actor.
He studied acting at the State Theatre School in Warsaw and made his stage debut in the early 1960s. As an actor, Nowakowski was best known for his roles in television dramas, including "Czterdziestolatek" and "Alternatywy 4." He also appeared in several films, including "Botoks" and "Nikt nie jest doskonały." In addition to his acting career, Nowakowski was also a popular voice actor, lending his voice to various characters in Polish dubs of foreign films and television shows. Sadly, Nowakowski passed away in 1986 at the age of 47 due to liver cancer. Despite his short life, he left a lasting impact on Polish film and television, and is remembered as one of the country's most talented actors.
Throughout his career, Nowakowski received several awards for his acting, including a Silver Cross of Merit from the Polish government. He was also nominated for the prestigious Polish Film Award, the Eagles, for his supporting role in the film "Nikt nie jest doskonały" in 1980. In addition to his work in acting, Nowakowski was also an accomplished photographer and his black and white photographs are highly sought after to this day. His photography was exhibited in solo exhibitions, including "In Search of Man" at the Warsaw Academy of Fine Arts. Nowakowski was married to actress Beata Tyszkiewicz and the couple had one child together.
Marek Piestrak
Marek Piestrak (March 31, 1938 Kraków-) is a Polish film director, actor and screenwriter.
He graduated from the Acting Department of the National Higher School of Theatre in Kraków in 1962. In the beginning, he worked in the Juliusz Słowacki Theatre in Kraków where he also directed several plays. He made his directorial debut with the film "Poszukiwany, poszukiwana" (1973) which was one of the most popular films in Poland at the time. He is known for making movies such as "Szansa" (1979), "Śmierć Johna L." (1997), and "Dług" (1999). Piestrak was awarded the Officer's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta in 1997 for exceptional service to Polish culture.
In addition to his successful career as a filmmaker, Marek Piestrak has also appeared in several films as an actor. He made his acting debut in Andrzej Wajda's "Ashes and Diamonds" (1958) and has since appeared in a number of Polish films throughout his career. Piestrak also taught at the National Higher School of Theatre in Kraków and the Film School in Łódź. In 2003, he was awarded the Medal for Merit to Culture - Gloria Artis by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage. Despite retiring from filmmaking in 2004, his works continue to be recognized and screened at film festivals around the world.
Piotr Janczerski
Piotr Janczerski (September 8, 1938 Łódź-) is a Polish musician, actor and songwriter.
Janczerski started his career in the 1960s as the lead vocalist of the band, Czerwono-Czarni. He gained national fame with the band and was known for his charismatic stage presence and unique vocal style. Later, he formed his own band, Piotr Janczerski & Dzikusy, and continued to release successful albums throughout the 1970s.
Aside from his music career, Janczerski has also acted in numerous films and television shows in Poland. He is known for his lead role in the iconic 1970s TV series "Czterdziestolatek" (The Forty-Year-Old), which is considered one of the most popular and successful TV series in Polish history.
Janczerski has been recognized for his contributions to Polish culture and was awarded the Gold Cross of Merit in 1999. Despite being retired from the music and entertainment industry, he is still regarded as a legend in Polish show business.
In addition to his work as a musician and actor, Piotr Janczerski is also a talented songwriter. He has written many popular songs, including "Nie Płacz Ewka" ("Don't Cry, Ewka"), which became a massive hit in Poland in the 1960s. The song has since become a classic of Polish pop music and has been covered by many other artists.
Janczerski's career has spanned several decades, and he has remained popular with audiences throughout his career. He has performed in many concerts and festivals in Poland, and his music continues to be enjoyed by fans of all ages. His unique vocal style and charismatic stage presence have made him one of the most beloved figures in Polish show business.
Despite his success, Janczerski has remained humble and grounded throughout his career. He has always been dedicated to his art and has never compromised his integrity for commercial success. He continues to inspire a new generation of Polish musicians and actors, and his legacy will always be an important part of the country's cultural heritage.
Tadeusz Kwinta
Tadeusz Kwinta (October 18, 1938 Kraków-) is a Polish actor. He has one child, Dorota Kwinta.
Kwinta graduated from the Ludwik Solski Academy for the Dramatic Arts in Krakow in 1960. He began his acting career at the Stary Teatr in Krakow and later joined the National Theatre in Warsaw. Throughout his career, Kwinta has appeared in numerous films, television series, and theatre productions, earning several awards and nominations for his work. He is known for his roles in films such as "Man of Marble" (1977), "Man of Iron" (1981), and "Danton" (1983). In addition to his acting career, Kwinta is also a professor at his alma mater, the Ludwik Solski Academy for the Dramatic Arts.
Kwinta's contributions to the acting world have not gone unnoticed. In 1988, he was awarded the Officer's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta for his outstanding achievements in the field of arts and culture. He has also been recognized for his work with the Stary Teatr, receiving the Annual Prize of the City of Krakow for his contributions to the theater. Despite his success, Kwinta has remained humble and dedicated to the craft of acting. He once said in an interview, "Acting is a service. We serve the writer, the director, the audience. It is not about us, it is about the story we tell." Kwinta's passion for acting is evident in every performance he delivers, and his legacy as a talented actor and professor continues to inspire generations of actors in Poland and beyond.