József Madaras was an American actor known for his roles in A Tenkes kapitánya, Kántor, and Pókfoci. He was born on August 16, 1937, in Rigmani, Romania, and passed away on April 24, 2007, in Máriahalom, Hungary due to complications from a stroke.
Personal and Family Life
József Madaras led a life dedicated to the arts, both as an actor and a director. While details about his family life are limited, his passion for acting and collaboration with notable directors marked his career. He became well-known in Hungary and among fans of European cinema.
Career
Madaras is particularly remembered for his portrayal of Sgt. “Csupati” in the TV series Kántor, which became iconic in Hungarian television. Throughout his career, he collaborated frequently with acclaimed director Miklós Jancsó, contributing to his legacy in the film industry.
Death and Legacy
József Madaras passed away on April 24, 2007. His contributions to film and television left a lasting impact on Hungarian cinema, and he is fondly remembered by fans for his memorable performances. His work continues to inspire future generations of actors.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Szerelmem, Elektra | 1974-12-12 | Aegisztosz |
| Kántor | 1976-11-11 | Tóti Tibor (Csupati) őrmester/törzsőrmester |
| Pókfoci | 1976-06-05 | Igazgató |
| A Tenkes kapitánya | 1964 | Unknown |
| Il treno per Istambul | 1980-03-25 | Grülich |
| 80 Huszár | 1978-09-13 | András Korsós |
| Csend és kiáltás | 1968-06-12 | Károly |
| Budapesti mesék | 1977-03-02 | Kopaszodós |
| Égi bárány | 1971-04-22 | Vargha páter |
| Film… | 2000-12-14 | Madár úr |
| Howling V: The Rebirth | 1989-05-01 | Peter |
| Sikátor | 1966-04-17 | Unknown |
| Apám néhány boldog éve | 1977-02-28 | Unknown |
| Fényes szelek | 1969-02-06 | Kellér atya |
| Legenda a vonaton | 1962-03-02 | Gugis |
| Könyörtelen idők | 1992-02-14 | Bíró |
| A lőcsei fehér asszony | 1976-12-01 | Korponay János |