Jan Burek was an American actor best known for Haslo Korn, Niewiarygodne przygody Marka Piegusa, and Cierpkie glogi. He was born on October 1, 1923, in Antonów, Slaskie, Poland, and passed away on October 1, 2014, in Warsaw, Mazowieckie, Poland.
Personal and Family Life
Jan Burek grew up in Poland and pursued a career in acting, which led him to become an assistant director as well. His personal life details remain mostly private, and little is known about his family. However, his contributions to film and television have left a significant mark.
Career
Burek had a successful career in the film industry, with several notable roles in both television and movies. He is particularly remembered for his performance in the popular series Niewiarygodne przygody Marka Piegusa. His talent also extended behind the camera as he took on assistant director roles, showcasing his versatility in the film industry.
Death and Legacy
Jan Burek died on his 91st birthday, October 1, 2014, in Warsaw. His lifetime of work in the film industry has garnered him respect among peers and film enthusiasts alike. His performances remain celebrated, contributing to the cultural landscape of Polish cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role | Type | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soldaty svobody | 1977 | General Tadeusz Komorowski | TV Series | 5.9 |
| Poprzez piaty wymiar | 1973 | Receptionist at Siwiec’s block | TV Movie | 5.3 |
| Wniebowstapienie | 1969 | – | Film | 5.5 |
| Ostatnie dni | 1969 | Soldier | Film | 6.1 |
| Kierunek Berlin | 1969 | Soldier | Film | 5.9 |
| Haslo Korn | 1968 | Counterintelligence Officer | Film | 5.2 |
| Niewiarygodne przygody Marka Piegusa | 1966-1967 | Alek | TV Series | 6.8 |
| Cierpkie glogi | 1966 | – | Film | 5.6 |
| Sam posród miasta | 1965 | – | Film | 6.8 |
| Glos ma prokurator | 1965 | – | Film | 5.7 |
| Pierwszy dzien wolnosci | 1964 | – | Film | 6.8 |
| Television Theater | 1958-1962 | Policeman | TV Series | 8.0 |
| Przeciwko bogom | 1961 | – | Film | 6.4 |