LeoGlossary: Hugo Haas (Actor)
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Born: February 18, 1901 – Died: December 1, 1968
Hugo Haas, born in Brünn, Moravia (now Brno, Czech Republic), was a Czech
who rose to prominence in the 1930s. With his somewhat grubby and bohemian appearance, Haas captivated with his comedic performances. However, his creative pursuits didn't stop at . Haas also ventured into writing, directing, and producing, showcasing his versatility in the . Forced to leave his homeland due to the invasion, Haas found himself in the United States, where he faced new challenges. Despite starting from scratch, Haas managed to revitalize his acting career and even financed his own . Although his later projects earned him the unfair label of the "foreign Ed Wood," Haas remains a testament to the impact of on artistic creativity and integrity. Sadly, burdened by homesickness and disheartened by the state of his country, Haas passed away on December 1, 1968, in Vienna, Austria, at the age of 67.Early Life and Career
Hugo Haas had a modest upbringing in Brünn, Moravia. Haas began his acting
in Europe, appearing in various productions and films. His first professional was in the "Baron Zachariás Zlámaný" in 1925. However, his breakthrough came in the 1930s when he gained recognition for his comedic performances in Czech films.In the late 1930s, Haas was forced to leave his homeland due to the Nazi invasion. He eventually made his way to the United States, where he faced new challenges as a foreign actor. Despite these obstacles, Haas managed to revitalize his acting career in Hollywood.
One of his first major successful roles in Hollywood was in the film "Skeleton on Horseback" (1937), where he played the
Dr. Galen. Although Haas's role in this film garnered critical acclaim, it was not until later in his career that he achieved widespread stardom.Haas's breakout role came with the film "Strange Fascination" (1952), where he played the character Paul Marvan. This film propelled him into the spotlight and established him as a leading actor in Hollywood.
In terms of his personal life, Haas was
to Maria Bibikov from September 27, 1938.Aside from acting, Haas was also involved in writing, directing, and producing his own films. This showcased his versatility and his desire for creative control.
While Haas's later independent films earned him the unfair label of the "foreign Ed Wood," he remains an important figure in Hollywood's
. His experiences highlight the impact of Hollywood on artistic creativity and integrity.Overall, Hugo Haas had a significant impact on the
industry with his contributions as an actor, , , and producer. Despite facing challenges and unfair criticisms, he remains a unique figure in Hollywood's landscape.Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1962 | Paradise Alley | Mr. Agnus |
| 1960 | Bonanza (TV Series) | Zirko |
| 1960 | Adventures in Paradise (TV Series) | Hugo Zagreb |
| 1960 | Five Fingers (TV Series) | Marulic |
| 1959 | Born to Be Loved | Prof. Brauner |
| 1956–1957 | Telephone Time (TV Series) | Rabbi Henry Cohen | Christopher Ludwick |
| 1957 | Lizzie | Walter Brenner |
| 1957 | Hit and Run | Gus Hilmer | Twin Brother |
| 1956 | Edge of Hell | Valentine |
| 1953–1954 | The Ford Television Theatre (TV Series) | Voulard | Antonin Heidrich |
| 1954 | The Other Woman | Walter Darman |
| 1954 | Bait | Marko |
| 1953 | Thy Neighbor's Wife | Town Judge Raphael Vojnar |
| 1953 | One Girl's Confession | Dragomie Damitrof |
| 1952 | Strange Fascination | Paul Marvan |
| 1951 | The Girl on the Bridge | David |
| 1951 | Pickup | Jan Horak |
| 1950 | Vendetta | Brando - a Bandit |
| 1950 | King Solomon's Mines | Van Brun aka Smith |
| 1949 | The Fighting Kentuckian | Gen. Paul De Marchand |
| 1949 | Your Show Time (TV Series) | Unknown |
| 1948 | For the Love of Mary | Gustav Heindel |
| 1948 | Casbah | Omar |
| 1948 | My Girl Tisa | Tescu |
| 1947 | Leben des Galilei (Short) | Cardinal Barberini (Later Pope Urban VIII) |
| 1947 | Merton of the Movies | Von Strutt - Director |
| 1947 | The Foxes of Harrow | Otto Ludenbach |
| 1947 | Northwest Outpost | Prince Nickolai Balinin |
| 1947 | Fiesta | Maximino Contreras |
| 1947 | The Private Affairs of Bel Ami | Monsieur Walter |
| 1946 | Holiday in Mexico | Angus, Evans' butler |
| 1946 | Two Smart People | Señor Rodriquez |
| 1945 | What Next, Corporal Hargrove? | Mayor Quidoc |
| 1945 | Dakota | Marko Poli |
| 1945 | Jealousy | Hugo Kral |
| 1945 | A Bell for Adano | Father Pensovecchio |
| 1945 | Documents secrets | Morenius |
| 1944 | The Princess and the Pirate | Proprietor 'Bucket of Blood' |
| 1944 | Mrs. Parkington | Balkan King (uncredited) |
| 1944 | Strange Affair | Domino | Constantine |
| 1944 | Summer Storm | Anton Urbenin |
| 1944 | Days of Glory | Fedor |
| 1938 | Co se septá | Vilém Gregor |
| 1938 | Svet kde se zebrá | Josef Dostál, beggar-millionaire |
| 1937 | Skeleton on Horseback | Dr. Galen |
| 1937 | Andula vyhrála | Pavel Haken |
| 1937 | Mravnost nade vse | Professor Antonín Karas |
| 1937 | Velbloud uchem jehly | Zebrák Josef Pesta |
| 1937 | Devcata, nedejte se! | Prof. Emanuel Pokorný |
| 1936 | Svadlenka | Francois Lorrain - Parisian fashion king |
| 1936 | Paradise Road | Tobiás |
| 1936 | Tri muzi ve snehu | Továrník Eduard Bárta |
| 1935 | Jedenácté prikázání | Jiri Vobosky |
| 1935 | At zije neboztík | Petr Suk |
| 1934 | Mazlícek | Dr. Alois Pech, vezenský knihovník |
| 1934 | Poslední muz | Prof. Alois Kohout |
| 1933 | Sestra Angelika | Pavel Ryant |
| 1933 | Okénko | Lecturer Jakub Johánek |
| 1933 | Její lékar | Pavel Hodura, painter |
| 1933 | Life Is a Dog | Skladatel Viktor Honzl | Prof. Alfréd Rokos |
| 1933 | Dum na predmesti | Zajícek |
| 1933 | Madla z cihelny | Jan Dolanský |
| 1932 | Zapadlí vlastenci | Adam Hejnu, shoemaker |
| 1932 | Obrácení Ferdyse Pistory | Richard Rosenstok, banker |
| 1931 | Naceradec, král kibicu | Richard Naceradec, bussinessman |
| 1931 | Muzi v offsidu | obchodník Richard Naceradec |
| 1931 | Kariéra Pavla Camrdy | Vokoun |
| 1931 | The Last Bohemian | MUDr. Katz |
| 1930 | Kdyz struny lkají | Host v baru |
| 1925 | Z ceských mlýnu | Baron Zachariás Zlámaný |
| 1925 | Jedenácté prikázání | Jirí Voborský |
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