Krzysztof Krauze

Polish film director, cinematographer, and actor celebrated for his compelling thrillers and socially engaged cinema.

What do we know about Krzysztof Krauze?

Here are the key biographical details about Krzysztof Krauze:

  • Name: Krzysztof Krauze
  • Date of Birth: April 2, 1953
  • Place of Birth: Warsaw, Poland
  • Date of Death: December 24, 2014
  • Gender: Male
  • Job Title: Director
  • Crew Jobs: Director, Writer, Screenplay

Who is Krzysztof Krauze?

Krzysztof Krauze (2 April 1953 – 24 December 2014) was a Polish film director, cinematographer and actor, best known for his thriller The Debt (1999). Krauze was born in Warsaw and completed his cinematography studies at the National Film School in Łódź in the 1970s. He left Poland in 1980, but returned in 1983. In the 1980s and early 1990s he worked for various production studios in Poland. In 1997 he was named “Man of the Year” by the Polish magazine Życie. He also acted in several films by other Polish directors. Krauze was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2006, and died on 24 December 2014, aged 61.

What is Krzysztof Krauze known for?

Krzysztof Krauze's most recognized directorial works include:

  • The Debt (1999, Movie)
  • Saviour Square (2006, Movie)
  • Papusza (2013, Movie)
  • Birds Are Singing in Kigali (2017, Movie)
  • My Nikifor (2004, Movie)
  • Street Games (1996, Movie)
  • New York, 4 A.M. (1988, Movie)
  • Kallafiorr (2000, Movie)
  • Opis obyczajów (1973, Movie)
  • 777 (1973, Movie)

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