Jerzy Kawalerowicz: Movies & Filmography
- films
- 10
- on screen
- 1954–2002
- Born
- January 19, 1922
- Birthplace
- Gwoździec, Poland (now Hvizdets, Ukraine)
- Full name
- Jerzy Franciszek Kawalerowicz
- Citizenship
- Polish
- Occupations
- Film director, Screenwriter, Politician
- Years active
- 1952-2001
Jerzy Kawalerowicz's Career in Numbers
Jerzy Kawalerowicz's films in numbers — as a director, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Jerzy Kawalerowicz works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from Under the Phrygian Star (1954) to Quo Vadis? (2002), and the 1950s were the busiest decade.
Jerzy Kawalerowicz Movies by Decade
- 1950s 3
- 1960s 3
- 1970s 2
- 1980s 1
- 2000s 1
The 1950s were Jerzy Kawalerowicz's busiest decade, with 3 films.
Jerzy Kawalerowicz Movies by Genre
- Drama 8
- History 2
Drama is the genre Jerzy Kawalerowicz has worked in most, with 8 films, ahead of history (2).
Jerzy Kawalerowicz Career Milestones
- First film
- Under the Phrygian Star 1954
- Newest film
- Quo Vadis? 2002
Jerzy Kawalerowicz Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Jerzy Kawalerowicz is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
Who Is Jerzy Kawalerowicz?
Jerzy Kawalerowicz was born in Gwoździec, Poland (now Hvizdets, Ukraine) in 1922. Credited on films since 1954, as a director. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Jerzy Kawalerowicz was born on 19 January 1922 in the small town of Gwoździec, Poland (today Hvizdets, Ukraine), into a multicultural community of Poles, Ukrainians and Jews. His paternal lineage traced back to Armenian ancestors who originally bore the surname Kavalarian, a fact that added a layer of cultural complexity to his identity. After completing his secondary education, Kawalerowicz entered the world of cinema as an assistant director, quickly absorbing the technical craft and narrative possibilities of the medium. He made his directorial debut with The Village Mill (1952), a film that already displayed his meticulous attention to visual detail and his willingness to explore social realities. As a central figure in the Polish Film School movement, he produced works such as Shadow (1956) and Night Train (1959), which are celebrated for their stark imagery, psychological depth, and subtle critique of post‑war society. His style combined realist compositions with symbolic motifs, creating a cinematic language that was both accessible and intellectually demanding, and establishing him as one of the most influential auteurs of his generation.
Jerzy Kawalerowicz: Questions & Answers
How many movies Jerzy Kawalerowicz has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Jerzy Kawalerowicz been in?
Jerzy Kawalerowicz is credited on 10 films, from 1954 to 2002. All of them as a director. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Jerzy Kawalerowicz's newest movie?
The most recent film on Jerzy Kawalerowicz's filmography is Quo Vadis? (2002), which Jerzy Kawalerowicz directed.
The Best Jerzy Kawalerowicz Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 10 directing credits.
Coming soon to your phone
The Plot Explained Movie Summary App
From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.
Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app
