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... Read More
Known for
House of Cards (2013–2018)
A politician plots revenge on a newly elected president, after being denied the post of secretary of state. Francis Underwood joins forces with his...
The Wire (2002–2008)
Told from the points of view of both the Baltimore homicide and narcotics detectives and their targets, the series captures a universe in which...
The Secret Garden (1993)
A young British girl born and reared in India loses her neglectful parents in an earthquake. She is returned to England to live at...
Personal details
Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
Igor and AfterThis year’s gallery of artistically inspiring portraits of uncompromising eccentrics (among them The Hanging of Stuart Cornfeld, Robert Richardson: The... |
Unknown character | |
| 2023 |
Absolute BeginnersTwo childhood best friends enjoying their final seaside summer as they prepare for film school meet an aspiring athlete who... |
Unknown character | |
| 2023 |
Art-House America: Austin Film SocietyFounded by Richard Linklater in 1985 as a screening series dedicated to bringing experimental and art cinema to the city... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Talking Heads 2021The film was inspired by one of the most important documentaries shot by Krzysztof Kieślowski, Talking Heads (1980). The director... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Leonardo DiCaprio: Most Wanted!From his juvenile, tormented, heroic roles, which made him a global phenomenon, to his darker mature roles, a portrait of... |
Self - Filmmaker | |
| 2019 |
Solidarność: How Solidarity Changed EuropeGdańsk, Poland, September 1980. Lech Wałęsa and other Lenin shipyard workers found Solidarność (Solidarity), the first independent trade union behind... |
Self - Filmmaker | |
| 2018 |
CzechMate: In Search of Jiří MenzelAn epic exploration of the Czechoslovak New Wave cinema of the 1960s and 70s, structured around a series of conversations... |
Self | |
| 2017 |
The Trial: The State of Russia vs Oleg SentsovAugust 2015, a courtroom in Rostov-on-Don. A man is peering through the bars of his cage, his eyes reveal that... |
Self | |
| 2017 |
Notes on Life. Edward ZebrowskiA biographical documentary on Edward Zebrowski, a director, screenwriter, and educator. The film draws from his notes, revealing his thoughts... |
Self | |
| 2016 |
(Dis)appearanceIn the documentary Magdalena Łazarkiewicz used a lot of archive material with her husband, who talks about his professional path... |
Self | |
| 2015 |
French Cinema Mon AmourFrench Cinema Mon Amour is an ensemble film in which each contributor brings their own voice, their own particular approach,... |
Self | |
| 2014 |
Wave vs. ShoreMartin Štrba’s inventive documentary tells the remarkable story of a group of Slovak photographers whose groundbreaking work challenged Communist orthodoxy... |
Unknown character | |
| 2014 |
The Return of Agnieszka H.Documentary about the famous Polish director Agnieszka Holland and her relationship to Czechoslovakia, based on two storylines: one depicting the... |
Self | |
| 2010 | Unknown character | ||
| 2007 |
EkipaEkipa is a Polish political drama TV series created and directed by Agnieszka Holland, aired from 13 September 2007 until... |
uczestniczka pogrzebu Szczęsnego | |
| 2006 |
Still Alive: A Film About Krzysztof KieslowskiMaria Zmarz-Koczanowicz directed this insightful TV documentary (2005) tracing the Polish filmmaker's career. Former classmates reminisce about Kieslowski's happy beginnings... |
Self | |
| 2000 |
In the Shadow of HollywoodIn the Shadow of Hollywood examines this assault on our senses through interviews with directors, producers, writers and other experts... |
Self | |
| 1989 |
InterrogationIn Stalinist Poland, cabaret singer Tonia decides to spend the evening drinking with a group of friends. The next morning,... |
Communist Witkowska | |
| 1977 |
Screen TestsThree-part film centered around a film being made by a group of young directors. In the first a working-class girl... |
Director Angieszka (uncredited) | |
| 1977 |
Man of MarbleA young Polish filmmaker sets out to find out what happened to Mateusz Birkut, a bricklayer who became a propaganda... |
Woman talking with Birkut on a Recording (voice) (uncredited) | |
| 1976 |
The ScarWhen a political decision is made as to the location of a new large chemical factory, Stefan Bednarz is put... |
Secretary Hania | |
| 1974 |
Pozwólcie nam do woli fruwać nad ogrodemReminiscences from the life of the tragically deceased poet named And, based on the memoirs of his friend Stanisław Czycz. |
Writer (uncredited) | |
| 1973 |
IlluminationFilm chronicles a decade in the life of a young physics student whose absolute faith in the primacy of rationality... |
Commission Member (uncredited) |
Latest Release
Art-House America: Austin Film Society
2023
Talking Heads 2021
2021 / TMDB 1.0
Leonardo DiCaprio: Most Wanted!
2021 / TMDB 6.5
Solidarność: How Solidarity Changed Europe
2019 / TMDB 7.0
CzechMate: In Search of Jiří Menzel
2018 / TMDB 6.5
The Trial: The State of Russia vs Oleg Sentsov
2017 / TMDB 3.4
Got a question about Agnieszka Holland?
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.
Yes, Agnieszka Holland has received numerous awards, including three Academy Award nominations and several prestigious international film awards throughout her career.
Holland's first feature film was 'The Illumination' released in 1980, which marked the beginning of her successful directing career.
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.
Yes, Holland has directed several acclaimed television series, including 'The Wire' and 'House of Cards', showcasing her versatility across different formats.
Agnieszka Holland's estimated net worth is around $10 million, reflecting her successful career in film and television.
Holland often explores themes of identity, morality, and the human condition, frequently addressing historical and social issues in her narratives.
Yes, Holland has collaborated with various notable actors, including Ben Kingsley and Rachel Weisz, in her films, enhancing the depth of her storytelling.