Vítezslav Bocek was an American actor known for his roles in Krakatit, Cekanky, and Skeleton on Horseback. He was born on December 24, 1901, in Kutná Hora, Austria-Hungary (now in the Czech Republic), and passed away on May 6, 1961, in Prague, Czechoslovakia.
Personal and Family Life
Vítezslav Bocek grew up in a cultural environment that fostered his interest in the arts. He often displayed a passion for performance, which led him to pursue a career in acting during a time when the film industry was evolving rapidly. Not much is publicly known about his family life, but his contributions to the Czech film industry are well-remembered.
Career
Bocek’s acting career spanned several decades, during which he participated in numerous films, showcasing his versatility as an actor. He became recognized for his performances in various genres, which contributed to his status in Czech cinema. His work in films such as Krakatit and Bílá nemoc helped to solidify his legacy in the industry.
Death and Legacy
Vítezslav Bocek died on May 6, 1961, in Prague, Czechoslovakia. His legacy as a respected actor endures, remembered for the impact he made on Czech cinema. The roles he portrayed continue to be celebrated, highlighting the importance of his contributions to the art of film.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Železný dědek | 1948-12-03 | |
| Bílá nemoc | 1937-12-21 | The Citizen’s Son |
| Krok do tmy | 1938-02-17 | Fred Baron |
| Pán a sluha | 1938-09-30 | ing. Ševčík |
| Veselá bída | 1939-05-26 | majitel ukradeného auta |
| Kvočna | 1937-09-24 | Petr Tůma |
| Panna | 1940-08-02 | MUDr. Jaroslav Hlaváček |
| Panenství | 1937-11-04 | Hejtmánek |
| Zborov | 1939-01-06 | Zamrazil |
| Vyděrač | 1937-11-26 | Josef Bašek |
| Veliká příležitost | 1950-04-14 | Bartoš |
| Týden v tichém domě | 1947-08-22 | |
| Revoluční rok 1848 | 1949-12-23 | Pravoslav Trojan |
| Pan Habětín odchází | 1949-10-28 | |
| Mikoláš Aleš | 1952-01-11 | |
| Temno | 1951-08-24 | |
| Výstraha | 1954-06-04 | |
| Neporažená armáda | 1938-10-28 | |
| Čekanky | 1940-04-05 | |
| Druhá směna | 1940-12-20 | |
| Bláhový sen | 1943-12-03 | |
| Šťastnou cestu | 1943-12-25 | |
| Rozina sebranec | 1945-12-14 | |
| 13. revír | 1946-03-08 | tajný policista |
| Lavina | 1946-07-05 | |
| Pancho se žení | 1946-09-27 | |
| Velký případ | 1946-12-20 | |
| O ševci Matoušovi | 1948-03-26 | |
| Ves v pohraničí | 1948-02-20 | Havel |
| Dvaasedmdesátka | 1953-10-09 | |
| Krakatit | 1948-04-09 | |
| Němá barikáda | 1949-05-06 | |
| Případ Z-8 | 1949-02-26 | |
| Chceme žít | 1950-09-29 | |
| Pětistovka | 1949-09-02 | |
| Přiznání | 1951-06-15 | |
| Mordová rokle | 1952-05-23 | |
| Na konci města | 1955-03-11 | |
| Zde jsou lvi | 1958-08-08 | |
| Mstitel | 1960-04-08 | |
| Lidé jako ty | 1960-12-09 |