Paweł Edelman

Paweł Edelman

Camera
1958-06-26
Łódź, Poland

Biography

Pawel Edelman (born 26 June 1958) is a Polish cinematographer from Łódź, known for his collaborations with acclaimed directors Roman Polanski and Andrzej Wajda. He was named Best European Cinematographer in 2002 at the European Film Awards for his work on The Pianist, for which he also won the César Award for Best Cinematography. He was nominated for an Academy Award and a BAFTA for the same film. He also received a nomination for Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography from the American Society of Cinematographers for Ray. His credits include films both in and outside Poland.

Known For & Full Filmography5 Titles

#1Roman Polanski: A Film Memoir

Movie - 2012, 2h 15m as Self (archive footage)

6.5 / 10
Documentary

An interview with film director Roman Polanski conducted during his period of house arrest, discussing his life and work.

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#2Pasikowski & Linda - W Czerwonym Kręgu

Movie - 2025, 2h 15m as Self

8.8 / 10
DocumentaryTV Movie

An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.

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#3Polanski, le travail à l'oeuvre

Movie - 2019, 2h 15m as Self

6.0 / 10
Documentary

An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.

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#4Reich

Movie - 2001, 2h 15m as (uncredited)

5.3 / 10
Action

Alex and Andre are two hit men who face death and violence every day but also understand the gentleness of love. They would like to start a new life, but their involvement in the criminal underground is too deep. Alex and Andre move about in a world of expensive hotels, cars and discothèques frequented by drug dealers and thieves who would double-cross you as soon as look at you.

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#5Katyn: 60 Days on the Set

Movie - 2009, 2h 15m Main Cast Role

8.8 / 10
Documentary

The making-of featurette of Andrzej Wajda's 2007 film Katyń.

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