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Agnieszka Holland

Actor

Agnieszka Holland

  • Born: 31 July 1948, Warsaw, Poland
  • Estimated net worth: $10 million

Agnieszka Holland is a renowned Polish film director and screenwriter known for her work in both European and American cinema. She has received acclaim for films such as 'Europa Europa' and 'In Darkness'. Holland is recognized for her strong narrative style…

About Agnieszka Holland

Agnieszka Holland is a renowned Polish film director and screenwriter known for her work in both European and American cinema. She has received acclaim for films such as 'Europa Europa' and 'In Darkness'. Holland is recognized for her strong narrative style and ability to tackle complex social issues through her storytelling.

Born
31 July 1948, Warsaw, Poland
Known for
Directing
Height
5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)
Spouses
Marek Żydowicz (1991-present)
Children
1 child, Kasia Holland
Parents
Jan Holland, Irena Holland
Estimated net worth
$10 million

Fun facts about Agnieszka Holland

  • Holland initially studied at the National Film School in Łódź, Poland, where she developed her passion for filmmaking.
  • She has been nominated for an Academy Award three times and has won several international film awards.

Famous Agnieszka Holland quotes

“What you are doing is not a matter of life and death. It is more important than that.”
The Third Miracle, 1999
“You have to be ready to lose everything to gain something.”
Spoor, 2017
“Life is a struggle, and you have to fight for it.”
In Darkness, 2011

Agnieszka Holland filmography

Cast (24)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2026I Dreamed the Future MovieNarrator (voice)
2026Igor and After MovieUnknown character
2023Absolute Beginners TVUnknown character6.6
2023Art-House America: Austin Film Society MovieSelf
2021Talking Heads 2021 MovieSelf1.0
2021Leonardo DiCaprio: Most Wanted! MovieSelf - Filmmaker6.5
2019Solidarność: How Solidarity Changed Europe MovieSelf - Filmmaker7.0
2018CzechMate: In Search of Jiří Menzel MovieSelf6.5
2017The Trial: The State of Russia vs Oleg Sentsov MovieSelf3.4
2017Notes on Life. Edward Zebrowski MovieSelf
Show 14 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2016(Dis)appearance MovieSelf
2015French Cinema Mon Amour MovieSelf5.2
2014Wave vs. Shore MovieUnknown character
2014The Return of Agnieszka H. MovieSelf5.0
2010Jánošík (Vykrádaný superhrdina) MovieUnknown character
2007Ekipa TVuczestniczka pogrzebu Szczęsnego7.3
2006Still Alive: A Film About Krzysztof Kieslowski MovieSelf8.5
2000In the Shadow of Hollywood MovieSelf8.0
1989Interrogation MovieCommunist Witkowska7.1
1977Screen Tests MovieDirector Angieszka (uncredited)6.1
1977Man of Marble MovieWoman talking with Birkut on a Recording (voice) (uncredited)7.1
1976The Scar MovieSecretary Hania6.6
1974Pozwólcie nam do woli fruwać nad ogrodem MovieWriter (uncredited)7.0
1973Illumination MovieCommission Member (uncredited)7.0

Crew (101)

YearTitleRoleRating
2026Winter of the Crow MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.7
2025Franz MovieCo-Writer · Writing6.2
2025Franz MovieDirector · Directing6.2
2025Franz MovieProducer · Production6.2
2024Travel Essentials MovieCreative Consultant · Crew6.0
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YearTitleRoleRating
2024Film for Aliens MovieCreative Consultant · Crew6.4
2023Green Border MovieDirector · Directing7.4
2023Green Border MovieProducer · Production7.4
2023Green Border MovieScreenplay · Writing7.4
2022The Silent Twins MovieThanks · Crew6.3
2020Charlatan MovieDirector · Directing6.7
2019Mr. Jones MovieDirector · Directing6.7
2019Marek Edelman… And There Was Love in the Ghetto MovieScreenplay · Writing7.0
20181983 TVExecutive Producer · Production6.5
20181983 TVDirector · Directing6.5
2018Nina MovieCreative Consultant · Crew4.9
2018The First TVCo-Executive Producer · Production6.0
2018The First TVDirector · Directing6.0
2017Wild Roses MovieThanks · Crew5.3
2017Spoor MovieDirector · Directing6.1
2017Spoor MovieScreenplay · Writing6.1
2016Wajda by Wajda MovieThanks · Crew6.0
2015The Lure MovieCreative Consultant · Crew6.1
2015Strange Heaven MovieThanks · Crew6.3
2014The Affair TVDirector · Directing6.7
2014Rosemary's Baby TVDirector · Directing5.8
2013Ida MovieThanks · Crew7.2
2013In the Name of... MovieThanks · Crew6.8
2013House of Cards TVDirector · Directing8.0
2013Burning Bush TVDirector · Directing7.1
2013Burning Bush TVCreator · Creator7.1
2011In Darkness MovieDirector · Directing6.9
2011In Treatment TVDirector · Directing7.8
2011My Name Is Ki MovieCreative Consultant · Crew5.6
2011The Killing TVDirector · Directing7.8
2010Treme TVDirector · Directing7.7
2009Janosik MovieDirector · Directing4.1
2008The Offsiders MovieProducer · Production7.3
2008The Offsiders MovieIdea · Writing7.3
2007Ekipa TVDirector · Directing7.3
2006Copying Beethoven MovieDirector · Directing6.5
2006A Girl Like Me: The Gwen Araujo Story MovieDirector · Directing5.2
2003Cold Case TVDirector · Directing7.7
2002Julie Walking Home MovieWriter · Writing5.6
2002Julie Walking Home MovieDirector · Directing5.6
2002The Wire TVDirector · Directing8.6
2001Shot in the Heart MovieDirector · Directing6.0
2001Golden Dreams MovieDirector · Directing6.7
2000Pollock MovieThanks · Crew6.7
2000In the Shadow of Hollywood MovieThanks · Crew8.0
1999Dybuk MovieDirector · Directing
1999The Third Miracle MovieDirector · Directing5.9
1997Washington Square MovieDirector · Directing6.2
1995Red Wind MovieDirector · Directing
1995Total Eclipse MovieDirector · Directing6.4
1994Three Colors: Red MovieStory Consultant · Writing7.9
1994Three Colors: White MovieStory Consultant · Writing7.4
1993Three Colors: Blue MovieStory Consultant · Writing7.6
1993The Secret Garden MovieDirector · Directing7.4
1993Fallen Angels TVDirector · Directing6.6
1992Olivier, Olivier MovieWriter · Writing6.3
1992Olivier, Olivier MovieDirector · Directing6.3
1990Europa Europa MovieDirector · Directing7.2
1990Europa Europa MovieScreenplay · Writing7.2
1990Korczak MovieScreenplay · Writing7.1
1989The Girlfriend MovieWriter · Writing5.9
1988To Kill a Priest MovieDirector · Directing6.2
1988To Kill a Priest MovieScreenstory · Writing6.2
1988To Kill a Priest MovieScreenplay · Writing6.2
1988The Possessed MovieScreenplay · Writing5.6
1987Anna MovieScreenplay · Writing5.5
1987Anna MovieStory · Writing5.5
1987A Woman Alone MovieDirector · Directing6.6
1987A Woman Alone MovieScreenplay · Writing6.6
1985Angry Harvest MovieDirector · Directing6.2
1985Angry Harvest MovieWriter · Writing6.2
1985Screen Two TVWriter · Writing7.1
1983A Love in Germany MovieScreenplay · Writing5.5
1983Danton MovieScreenplay · Writing6.9
1982Mężczyzna niepotrzebny! MovieScreenplay · Writing8.0
1981Fever MovieDirector · Directing5.8
1980Listy naszych czytelników MovieFirst Assistant Director · Directing6.5
1980The Trial MovieWriter · Writing
1980The Trial MovieDirector · Directing
1979Provincial Actors MovieScreenplay · Writing5.9
1979Provincial Actors MovieDirector · Directing5.9
1978Without Anesthesia MovieScreenplay · Writing6.8
1978Winners MovieScreenplay · Writing
1977Something for Something MovieWriter · Writing10.0
1977Something for Something MovieDirector · Directing10.0
1977Screen Tests MovieScreenplay · Writing6.1
1977Screen Tests MovieDirector · Directing6.1
1977Sunday Children MovieDirector · Directing6.7
1976Evening at Abdon's MovieDirector · Directing9.0
1976A Girl and “Akwarius” MovieDirector · Directing
1976Pictures from Life MovieDirector · Directing8.0
1973Illumination MovieAssistant Director · Directing7.0
1970God's Sin MovieWriter · Writing7.0
1970God's Sin MovieDirector · Directing7.0
TBABerlinweh: Yearning for a Home MovieDirector · Directing
TBAThe Rabbit Garden MovieDirector · Directing

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Questions about Agnieszka Holland

What are some of Agnieszka Holland's most famous films?

Some of Holland's most famous films include 'Europa Europa', 'In Darkness', and 'The Secret Garden'. She has made a significant impact in both Polish and international cinema.

Has Agnieszka Holland won any awards?

Yes, Agnieszka Holland has received numerous awards, including three Academy Award nominations and several prestigious international film awards throughout her career.

What was Agnieszka Holland's first film?

Holland's first feature film was 'The Illumination' released in 1980, which marked the beginning of her successful directing career.

What is Agnieszka Holland's background?

Agnieszka Holland was born in Warsaw, Poland, and studied at the National Film School in Łódź. She began her career in the Polish film industry before transitioning to international projects.

Is Agnieszka Holland involved in television?

Yes, Holland has directed several acclaimed television series, including 'The Wire' and 'House of Cards', showcasing her versatility across different formats.

What is Agnieszka Holland's estimated net worth?

Agnieszka Holland's estimated net worth is around $10 million, reflecting her successful career in film and television.

What themes does Agnieszka Holland often explore in her films?

Holland often explores themes of identity, morality, and the human condition, frequently addressing historical and social issues in her narratives.

Has Agnieszka Holland worked with any notable actors?

Yes, Holland has collaborated with various notable actors, including Ben Kingsley and Rachel Weisz, in her films, enhancing the depth of her storytelling.