Daniel Olbrychski
Biography
Daniel Olbrychski, born on February 27, 1945, is a prominent Polish actor celebrated for his performances in numerous films directed by Andrzej Wajda. He has gained recognition not only in his native Poland but also internationally. One of his notable roles includes that of Vassily Orlov, a defector and spymaster, in the 2010 action thriller "Salt," where he starred alongside the acclaimed Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie. Throughout his career, Olbrychski has established himself as a versatile performer, taking on a variety of challenging roles that showcase his talent and depth as an actor. His collaboration with Wajda, a legendary filmmaker, has contributed significantly to his acclaim and has solidified his status in the Polish cinema landscape.
Filmography
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The Revenge
2002 • Dyndalski
The Vulture
2013 • Bożek
What a Country!
2018 • Predsjednik RH
Iron & Blood: The Legend of Taras Bulba
2009 • Krasnevsky
The Ashes
1965 • Rafał Olbromski
Marie Curie
2016 • Emile Amagat
Colonel Wolodyjowski
1969 • Azja Tuhaj-Bejowicz (Mellechowicz)
The Deluge
1974 • Andrzej Kmicic
Agnus Dei
1971 • A hegedülõ
The Maids of Wilko
1979 • Wiktor Ruben
The Unbearable Lightness of Being
1988 • Interior Ministry Official
With Fire and Sword
1999
Kill It and Leave This Town
2020
Rosa Luxemburg
1986 • Leo Jogiches
Salt
2010 • Oleg Vasilyevich Orlov
The Barber of Siberia
1998 • Kopnovsky
Everything for Sale
1969 • Daniel
Hunting Flies
1969 • Sculptor
Politics
2019
Dangerous Moves
1984 • Tac-Tac, l'équipe de Liebskind
The Tin Drum
1979 • Jan Bronski
The Promised Land
1975 • Karol Borowiecki