Andrzej Żuławski
DirectingAbout Andrzej Żuławski
Andrzej Żuławski (November 22, 1940 – February 17, 2016) was a Polish film director. He was born in Lwów, Poland (now Lviv, Ukraine). Żuławski often went against mainstream commercialism in his films, and enjoyed success mostly with European art-house audiences. In the late 1950s, he studied cinema in France. His second feature The Devil (1972) was banned in Poland, and Żuławski went to France. After the success of That Most Important Thing: Love in 1975, he returned to Poland where he spent two years in making The Silver Globe (1988). The work on this film was interrupted by the Polish authorities. After that, Zulawski moved to France where became known for controversial and violent art-house films. Zulawski is also known for his work with certain specific actresses including Romy Schneider, Isabelle Adjani and Sophie Marceau.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Andrzej Żuławski reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Andrzej Żuławski's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Andrzej Żuławski remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in On the Silver Globe, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Andrzej Żuławski Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Andrzej Żuławski's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Andrzej Żuławski.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Short Life, Long Death: The Making and Un-Making of On The Silver Globe | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Escape to the Silver Globe | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Boris Godounov, une conscience tourmentée | self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Other Side of the Wall: The Making of Possession | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Żuławski on Żuławski | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Two Faces of Andrzej Zulawski | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | On the Silver Globe | Self (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Sadness and Beauty | Hugo Pierjoyre | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Ashes | (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Samson | Killed Student (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Andrzej Żuławski - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Andrzej Żuławski?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Andrzej Żuławski is "On the Silver Globe" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Andrzej Żuławski acted in?
Andrzej Żuławski has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Andrzej Żuławski?
Other notable films include "Escape to the Silver Globe", "Żuławski on Żuławski", and "The Ashes".