Jerzy Nowak facts for kids
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Jerzy Nowak
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Nowak in 2007
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| Born | 20 June 1923 Brzesko, Poland
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| Died | 26 March 2013 (aged 89) Warsaw, Poland
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| Nationality | Polish |
| Occupation | actor, teacher |
| Spouse(s) | Maria Andruszkiewicz-Nowak |
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Jerzy Nowak (born June 20, 1923 – died March 26, 2013) was a talented Polish actor and teacher. He was well-known for his work in both films and theatre.
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Life and Career
Early Life and War Service
During World War II, Jerzy Nowak was a brave fighter. He joined the Polish partisans, who were groups of people fighting against the enemy forces. After the war, he decided to pursue his passion for acting. In 1948, he finished his studies at the Ludwik Solski Academy for the Dramatic Arts in Kraków.
Acting on Stage
From 1994 onwards, Jerzy Nowak became very famous for playing a special character. He continuously played Singer Hirsch, a historic figure in Polish theatre. This role was very important to him and to the audience.
Acting in Movies
In movies, Jerzy Nowak often played supporting roles. This means he played important characters, but not always the main hero. He was often cast as a Jewish character, especially in films set during World War II.
One of his most famous roles was in Schindler's List, a movie directed by Steven Spielberg. He also appeared in Three Colors: White as a farmer. Another notable role was as the creative character Zucker in The Promised Land, directed by Andrzej Wajda.
His Book
In 2009, Jerzy Nowak shared his life story in a book. It was called Book of Love and he wrote it with his wife, Maria Andruszkiewicz-Nowak. The book was very popular and even won an award in 2010 called the Kraków Book of the Month prize.
Filmography
Jerzy Nowak acted in many films throughout his career. Here is a list of some of the movies he appeared in:
- Podhale w ogniu (1956)
- Zagubione uczucia (1957) - Shop assistant (uncredited)
- Dezerter (1958) - Klein
- The Eagle (1959) - Mate Sznuk
- Miejsce na ziemi (1960) - Doctor (uncredited)
- Spotkania w mroku (1960) - Worker
- Rok pierwszy (1960) - Mlynarz
- Kwiecień (1961) - Postman
- Koniec naszego świata (1964) - Blockfiihrer
- Nieznany (1964) - Camp Postman
- Pięciu (1964) - Alfred Buchta
- Lenin v Polshe (1966)
- Sobótki (1966)
- Kochankowie z Marony (1966) - Fisherman (uncredited)
- Jowita (1967) - participant dressed as a pirate prom
- Sciana czarownic (1967) - Bartender
- Cala naprzód (1967) - Chief of Boat
- Stajnia na Salvatorze (1968)
- Shchit i mech (1968)
- Kopernik (1973) - Uczestnik procesji mnicha Mateusza (uncredited)
- Opowiesc w czerwieni (1974) - Gamekeeper
- The Promised Land (1975) - Zucker
- Czerwone i biale (1975) - Zyd
- Ptaki, ptakom... (1977) - Barcik
- Amateur (1979) - Stanislaw Osuch, the head of Philip
- Sekret Enigmy (1979) - Alexander Cadogan
- Umarli rzucaja cien (1979) - Dziadek
- Szansa (1979) - Teacher Molda
- Placówka (1979) - Innkeeper Josef Szatzman
- Elegia (1979) - Old German
- The family Gąsieniców (1979, TV Series) - Szymek Polowacz
- Mission (1980, TV Series) - James Gutman
- Wsciekly (1980) - St. Okrzesik
- Zielone lata (1980)
- Na wlasna prosbe (1980) - Tomkowski
- Sowizdrzal Swietokrzyski (1980) - Florianek
- From a Far Country (1981) - Professor
- Krab i Joanna (1982) - Grzegorz Zaruba
- Do góry nogami (1983)
- Oko proroka (1984) - Jost Fok
- A Year of the Quiet Sun (1984) - English Doctor
- Nie bylo slonca tej wiosny (1984) - Josek
- Zánik samoty Berhof (1984) - Florian
- Mgla (1985) - Grandfather
- Przeklete oko proroka (1985)
- Medium (1985) - Ernest Wagner
- Wherever You Are... (1988) - Officer-Interpreter
- La bottega dell'orefice (1988) - Professor (uncredited)
- And the Violins Stopped Playing (1988) - Prof. Epstein
- A Tale of Adam Mickiewicz's 'Forefathers' Eve' (1989) - Choir
- Alchemik (1989) - Prince Kiejstut
- Kapital, czyli jak zrobic pieniadze w Polsce (1990) - Serafin
- Szwadron (1992) - Lejba
- Schindler's List (1993) - Investor #2
- Three Colors: White (1994) - the old farmer
- Legenda Tatr (1995) - Innkeeper
- Lagodna (1995) - Shopkeeper
- Gnoje (1995) - Old Man Hrycko
- Brother of Our God ( Our God's Brother) (1997) - Anthony
- Love Stories (1997) - Ankieter
- Egzekutor (1999) - Kozar
- Når nettene blir lange (2000) - Olek
- Quo Vadis (2001) - Christian Crispus
- Gebürtig (2002) - Zwei alte Juden
- Eukaliptus (2002) - Pancho
- Julia returns home (2002) - Mieczyslaw 'Mietek' Makowsky
- The Hexer (2002, TV Mini-Series) - Vesemir
- The Revenge (2002) - Michal Kafar (bricklayer #1)
- Csoda Krakkóban (2004) - Grzegorz mester
- Scratch (2008) - Leon
- Children of Irena Sendler (2009, TV Movie) - Elderey Rabbi
- Mistyfikacja (2010) - Askenazy
- Legenda o Lietajúcom Cypriánovi (2010) - Bernard
- Obława (2012) - Wiarus
- Sierpniowe niebo. 63 dni chwaly (2013) - Leonard (final film role)
Awards and Recognition
Jerzy Nowak received many awards for his amazing acting and contributions to culture:
- Partisan Cross (1964) - An award for fighting with the partisans during the war.
- Gold Cross of Merit (1979) - A special award for his contributions to Poland.
- Gold Medal Gloria Artis (2008) - A high honor for his artistic achievements.
- Gold Badge "for his contribution to Krakow" (1977) - An award from the city of Krakow.
- Award at the Fourth National Festival of One Actor in Wrocław (1969) - For his solo performance in The real defense of Socrates.
- Emphasis on XXVI Festival of Polish Contemporary Art in Wroclaw (1987) - For his role as the Father in the play Bruno.
- Award for the eighteenth Theatre in Opole Konfronracjach Opole (1993) - For his role in The Marriage of the Jew.
- Grand Prize at XXX National Review Teatrrów Small Form (1995) - For his role as Hirsch in Singer I am a Jew from "The Wedding" by the story.
- "Louis" – Krakow theater community award (2001) - For his main role in the play Mr. Paul.
- Award for Comedy Festival Talia in Tarnow (2004) - For his solo performance in Womanish choice.
- Kraków Book of the Month (2010) – For his book The Book of Love.
See also
In Spanish: Jerzy Nowak para niños
