Wojciech Pokora was a Polish actor who is best known for his roles in Zmiennicy, Czterdziestolatek, and various films such as Man – Woman Wanted. He had a long and successful career in both film and television, being a notable figure in Polish cinema.
Personal and Family Life
Wojciech Pokora was born on October 2, 1934, in Warsaw, Poland. He was married to Hanna Pokora from 1956 until his death in 2018, and together they had two children. Wojciech had an interest in design from a young age, dreaming of building bridges and structures.
Career
Before becoming an actor, he worked at an automobile plant in Warsaw, where his talent caught the eye of theater director Jerzy Tkaczyk. Encouraged by Tkaczyk, he pursued a career in acting and graduated from the PWST acting school in Warsaw. Wojciech Pokora became widely recognized for his comedic roles but spent years trying to break free from being labeled solely as a comedian. He received the Golden Cross of Merit in 1978 for his contributions to the arts.
Death and Legacy
Wojciech Pokora passed away on February 4, 2018, in his hometown of Warsaw. He left behind a rich legacy in Polish cinema through his memorable performances in various films and TV shows. His work continues to influence actors and entertain audiences even after his death.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrozagadka | 1971-04-30 | Walczak’s Friend |
| C.K. Dezerterzy | 1986-09-22 | von Nogay |
| Brunet wieczorową porą | 1976-10-18 | Kowalski |
| Poszukiwany, poszukiwana | 1973-04-22 | Stanislaw Maria Rochowicz / Marysia |
| Gdzie jest trzeci król? | 1967-01-20 | Zientara |
| Zmiennicy | 1987-10-17 | Antoni Kłusek |
| Czterdziestolatek. Dwadzieścia lat później | 1993-12-04 | Poseł Mieczysław Gajny |
| Własnie Leci Kabarecik | ||
| Małżeństwo z rozsądku | 1967-01-01 | Secret Agent |
| Lalka | 1978-09-17 | Lisiecki, subiekt w sklepie Wokulskiego |