Michał Waszyński

Born: 1904-09-30

Birthplace: Kowel, Poland, Russian Empire [now Kovel, Volyn Oblast, Ukraine]

Biography

Michał Waszyński (September 30, 1904 – February 20, 1965), born Mosze Waks, was a Polish film director, editor, and screenwriter. He directed the largest number of Polish feature films during the interwar period.

Known For

El Cid
The Fall of the Roman Empire
55 Days at Peking
The Barefoot Contessa
Circus World
The Quiet American
The Dybbuk
Huragan
Nameless Heroes
Unknown Men of San Marino

Top Movie Credits

El Cid Associate Producer
The Barefoot Contessa Production Manager
Circus World Associate Producer
The Dybbuk Director
Huragan Assistant Director