Rade Šerbedžija is a renowned Croatian actor, theatre director, poet and singer, born in 1946 in Bunić near Korenica. He is considered one of the most prominent actors from the former Yugoslavia and has also enjoyed a successful career on the international film scene. Throughout his long career, he has worked in theatre, film and television, portraying numerous iconic characters, including Hamlet, Richard III and Peer Gynt.
Among his most notable film roles are Kiklop, Predstava Hamleta u Mrduši Donjoj, Bravo maestro, Večernja zvona, San o ruži and Prije kiše. He later also appeared in major international productions such as Eyes Wide Shut, Mission: Impossible 2, Batman Begins and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1. Alongside his acting career, he is also devoted to poetry and music and has released several albums, including Ne daj se Ines, Mnoge smo i mnogo voljeli and Vrijeme je, draga, vrijeme je.
Rade Šerbedžija is also known for his concerts and poetry evenings, where music, poetry and storytelling intertwine. His artistic work thus brings together theatre, film, literature and music, reaching audiences across several generations.
