Witold Sobociński date of birth:
October 15, 1929
How old is Witold Sobociński?
96
Where was Witold Sobociński born?
Ozorków, Poland
What is Witold Sobociński nationality?
Polish
What is Witold Sobociński's occupation?
Cinematographer
Short Biography
Witold Sobocinski (born 15 October 1929 in the town of Ozorków near Łódź) is a Polish cinematographer, academic teacher as well as former jazz musician. Sobocinski is a graduate of the renowned National Film School in Łódź, while in college, he was a member of the pioneer jazz band Melomani, in which he played the drums.After graduation, he worked with Polish Television and Film Studios Czolowka, as a cameraman. In 1967 he debuted as a cinematographer. Sobocinski cooperated with several notable directors, including Andrzej Wajda, Krzysztof Zanussi and Roman Polański. Since 1980, he has been a lecturer at the Film School in Łódź. Sobocinski was awarded several prizes, he also co-produced a number of notable movies.His son Piotr Sobociński (1958-2001) was also a renowned cinematographer.