Roman Polanski (Paris, 1933) is an emblematic figure in cinema, a renowned director but also an occasional actor.

His directorial career is marked by works that explore paranoia, claustrophobia, and moral ambiguity. Iconic films such as "Rosemary's Baby" (1968), "Chinatown" (1974), and "The Pianist" (2002) – for which he won an Oscar – demonstrate a mastery in creating tense and psychologically complex atmospheres. His style is recognizable for the meticulous construction of suspense and the exploration of the dark impulses of the human psyche.

As an actor, Polanski often played small roles, predominantly in his own films, characterized by an intense and sometimes unsettling presence. Memorable appearances include the sinister "plumber" in "Chinatown" or the reclusive character in "The Tenant." These roles, though secondary, contribute to reinforcing the surreal or disturbing atmospheres of his films.