Roman Polanski - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 18, 1933 |
|---|---|
| Age | 92 |
| Birthplace | Paris, France |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Roman Polanski's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Directing classic films such as 'Rosemary's Baby' (1968), 'Chinatown' (1974), and 'The Pianist' (2002). |
Intro
Roman Polanski is a French-Polish film director, producer, screenwriter, and actor known for his work in European and American cinema. His films have received critical acclaim and numerous awards, but his personal life has been marked by controversy and legal issues.
Early Life & Background
Roman Polanski was born to Polish Jewish parents in Paris, France. The family moved back to Poland shortly before World War II, where Polanski survived the Holocaust, losing his mother in Auschwitz. His experiences during the war later influenced much of his film work.
Career Highlights
- Directed 'Knife in the Water' (1962), which was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
- Achieved international acclaim with 'Rosemary's Baby' (1968), a landmark in horror cinema.
- Directed 'Chinatown' (1974), regarded as one of the greatest films of all time and nominated for multiple Academy Awards.
- Won the Academy Award for Best Director for 'The Pianist' (2002), which also garnered the Palme d'Or at Cannes.
- Has received numerous awards, including BAFTAs, Césars, and Golden Globes.
Trivia
- Polanski is a survivor of the Holocaust and his mother perished in Auschwitz.
- He has been a fugitive from the U.S. justice system since 1978 after pleading guilty to unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor.
- Polanski's wife, actress Sharon Tate, was murdered by the Manson Family in 1969, which profoundly affected him personally and professionally.
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Roman Polanski is 92 years old.
Roman Polanski was born the 18 August 1933.
Paris, France.
On His Birth-Day
About August 18th, 1933, in brief:
- Day of the week: August 18th, 1933 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Gold Diggers of 1933 directed by Mervyn LeRoy
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