Rolf Botvid

Swedish actor and screenwriter

Rolf Botvid - Swedish actor and screenwriter
Born

December 26th, 1915
109 years ago

Died

1998
27 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Sweden

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Born in Sweden in 1915, a prominent actor and screenwriter emerged in the film industry. This individual gained recognition for performances in the 1950 films 'Kopps' and 'Kungen av Dalarna'. Contributions to Swedish cinema extended beyond acting, as writing and directing played significant roles in a career spanning several decades. Work within Scandinavian film contributed to the narrative and technical development of local cinema, highlighting various social themes and character studies. This figure's influence persisted until death in 1998.

Starred in 'Kopps'

Wrote for Swedish cinema

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