Kazimierz Kutz 1929 – 2018

Biography

Kazimierz Kutz was born on February 16, 1929, in Szopienice, Poland, beginning a life that would span nearly nine decades of creative and public service. Throughout his career, he distinguished himself across multiple disciplines, working as a film director, author, journalist, and politician. His diverse talents allowed him to contribute to Polish culture and society in meaningful ways, moving fluidly between the arts and the political sphere.

Over his lifetime, Kutz became known for his work behind the camera and in print, establishing himself as an influential cultural figure in Poland. His roles as both an artistic creator and a public voice reflected his commitment to engaging with his country’s intellectual and civic life. Whether through cinema, literature, journalism, or political involvement, he remained an active participant in shaping Polish discourse.

Kazimierz Kutz passed away on December 18, 2018, in Warsaw, following respiratory failure. He was laid to rest at the Cemetery on Sienkiewicza Street in Katowice, returning to the region where he was born. His death marked the end of a remarkable career that had touched multiple facets of Polish cultural and political life, leaving behind a legacy of creative and civic contribution.