Maria Kaniewska
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Maria Kaniewska (27 May 1911 in Kiev - 11 December 2005 in Warsaw) was a Polish actress, screenplay writer, film director. In 1960 she received a bronze lion award at the Venice Film Festival.
Maria Kaniewska Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Maria Kaniewska reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Maria Kaniewska's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 67% of Maria Kaniewska's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Mansarda, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Maria Kaniewska Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Maria Kaniewska's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Maria Kaniewska has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Satan from the 7th Grade | Priest's Housekeeper | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Nina's Journey | Grandmother Rosa | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Hacker | Żona profesora Brzósko-Suchackiego | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | H.M. Deserters | pianistka | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | What Will You Do When You Catch Me? | Janitor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Horizontal Landscape | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Refuge | Kozłowska | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Border | akuszerka usuwająca ciążę Bogutówny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Wolna sobota | Zootechnik | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Zaczarowane podwórko | nie występuje w napisach | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Man - Woman Wanted | Customer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | 150km Per Hour | Customer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Kocie ślady | Cat Lady | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Abel, Your Brother | Boy With Bow's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Bicz Boży | Arcimowiczowa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | Śmierć w środkowym pokoju | Lipska | Flop | Similar → |
| 1966 | Zawsze w niedziele | Anna Bobkowa ("Third Sunday") | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Pięciu | Gerda Buchtowa | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Adam's Two Ribs | Mrs. Anastasia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Mansarda | Poor Woman (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Birth Certificate | Neighbour Borrowing Oil | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Husband of His Wife | Hotel Janitor | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Knave of Spades | Melania's mother (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Meetings In The Dark | Hochmeier | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Bad Luck | Anastazja Makulec (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Król Maciuś I | Lady-in-waiting (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Ewa Wants to Sleep | Helutka | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Two Hours | Woman at the train station (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Spotkania | Stefania (segment 1) | Average | Similar → |
| 1957 | Kapelusz pana Anatola | Hostess (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Winter Twilight | Saleswoman | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Trzy starty | Singing Teacher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1951 | The Warsaw Debut | Moniuszko's Co-Passenger (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | Unvanquished City | Woman in a Window (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Last Stage | Rapportführerin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Jasne łany | Stacha Sarnowa | Hit | Similar → |
Maria Kaniewska - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Maria Kaniewska?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Maria Kaniewska is "Mansarda" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Maria Kaniewska acted in?
Maria Kaniewska has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Maria Kaniewska?
Other notable films include "Adam's Two Ribs", "Meetings In The Dark", and "Pięciu".