Ion Fintesteanu was a Romanian actor who is best known for his roles in films such as Datorie și sacrificiu, O scrisoare pierdută, and Afacerea Protar. He made significant contributions to both theater and film during his career.
Personal and Family Life
Ion Fintesteanu was born on March 18, 1899, in Bucharest, Romania. He graduated from the Conservatory of Dramatic Art in 1921 and went on to have a prominent acting career. Besides acting, he served as a university professor in the Faculty of Theater at the Institute of Theater and Cinematographic Art, where he headed the department of actor’s art.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Fintesteanu performed on stage at the National I.L. Caragiale Theater in Bucharest, gaining acclaim for his theatrical performances. He appeared in many notable films, including Citadela sfărîmată and Haiducii, showcasing his versatility as an actor. He was honored with the title of Artist of the People for his contributions to the arts.
Death and Legacy
Ion Fintesteanu passed away on October 21, 1984, in Bucharest, Romania. His legacy lives on through his impactful performances in both film and theater, and he is remembered as a significant figure in Romanian performing arts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| B.D. la munte și la mare | 1971-01-01 | Vasilescu |
| Celebrul 702 | 1962-10-22 | Joe |
| Haiducii | 1966-04-21 | Ahmed |
| Serata | 1971-05-08 | Un crai tomnatic |
| Citadela sfărîmată | 1957-04-29 | Grigore Dragomirescu |
| O scrisoare pierdută | 1954-02-26 | Tache Farfuridi |
| Titanic vals | 1964-12-02 | The Mayor |
| Afacerea Protar | 1956-10-05 | Bucșan |
| Bolondos vakáció | 1968-05-09 | |
| Vacanta la mare | 1963-03-18 | The man with the posters |
| Tigancusa de la iatac | 1923-12-30 | |
| Datorie și sacrificiu | 1926-11-12 | |
| Runda 6 | 1965-09-14 | Agopian |