Acting
Andrzej Łapicki
Born November 11, 1924 · Riga, Latvia
Died July 21, 2012 · aged 87
Andrzej Łapicki (11 November 1924 – 21 July 2012) was a Polish film actor, theater director and actor. He enjoyed a long career, appearing in 50 films between 1947 and 1999.
Known For
A Railwayman's Word · 1953A Railwayman's Word
★ 6.41953
MovieDocumentary
A documentary about the hard work of railwaymen transporting coke from Tarnowskie Góry to Szczecin Iron works.
Jealousy and Medicine · 1973Jealousy and Medicine
★ 5.11973
MovieDramaRomance
In 1930s, a doctor has an affair with the wife of a wealthy industrialist in Poland.
The Gorgon Case · 1977The Gorgon Case
★ 5.51977
MovieDramaCrime
In 1931, just before the New Year, in a house of architect Henryk Zaremba scream rips the night. The daughter of Zaremba is found killed in her bedroom, obviously killed with a pickaxe. The police arrives and starts the investigation. Rita Gorgonova, the governess of the girl and also lover of Zaremba becomes the main suspect.
Jasne łany · 1947Jasne łany
★ 7.01947
MovieDrama
A young teacher educates the peasants and electrifies the village, which the local miller does not like.
From a Far Country · 1981From a Far Country
★ 4.61981
MovieDramaHistory
This heroic story follows the life of Karol Wojtyla, a Polish Roman catholic who ascends the throne of St. Peter as Pope John Paul II. As a young boy, Karol is a bright and talented student. Archbishop Sapieha recognizes the very special, moving qualities Karol possesses and encourages him to consider the priesthood. Although determined to study Polish literature, Karol turns to the church; he is ordained and studies in Italy, France, and Belgium. Torn by fear and repression in post-Stalin Eastern Europe, Karol becomes a poisonous thorn in the communists' side. His deer reverence and commitment return him to Poland as Pope John Paul II.
The Doll · 1968The Doll
★ 6.61968
MovieDramaRomance
Set in the 19th century Warsaw. The indolence of aristocrats who, secure with their pensions, are too lazy to undertake new business risks, frustrates Wokulski. His ability to make money is respected but his lack of family and social rank is condescended to. Because of his "help" (in secret) to "the doll's" impecunious but influential father, the girl becomes aware of his affection.
How Far, How Near · 1972How Far, How Near
★ 6.21972
MovieDrama
A middle-aged man sets out on a symbolic journey through past, present, and future to learn why an old friend committed suicide, and learns much about his own life along the way.
Salto · 1965Salto
★ 6.41965
MovieDramaMystery
A man jumps off a moving train and goes to a small town to face its inhabitants, who seem familiar, but odd.


















