Benjamin Fisz facts for kids
Szlomo Benjamin Fisz (born in 1922 – died on 17 November 1989) was a talented film producer and writer from Poland. He was known for helping create many exciting movies, including A Town Called Bastard, Aces High, Battle of Britain, The Heroes of Telemark, and Hell Drivers.
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Szlomo Benjamin Fisz: A Film Producer's Story
Early Life and War Hero
Before he started his career in movies, Szlomo Fisz moved to the United Kingdom. This was a very important time in history, during the Second World War. He became a brave fighter pilot in the Royal Air Force, which is the UK's air force. He helped protect the skies during the war.
From Pilot to Producer
After the war ended, Szlomo Fisz began working in the British film industry. He started as a producer, which means he helped manage and organize the making of movies. His first four films were directed by a person named Cy Endfield.
In the 1960s, Szlomo Fisz started producing films that were often about World War II. He was very interested in telling stories from that time. He even tried to make a film about a famous soldier named Orde Wingate, but that particular movie project didn't happen.
Films He Produced
Szlomo Fisz produced many films throughout his career. Here are some of the movies he helped bring to the screen:
- The Secret (1955)
- Child in the House (1956)
- Hell Drivers (1957)
- Sea Fury (1958)
- On the Fiddle (1961)
- The Heroes of Telemark (1965)
- Battle of Britain (1969)
- A Town Called Bastard (1971)
- Aces High (1976)
- A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square (1979)
- The Jigsaw Man (1983)
