Baltasar Kormákur Baltasarsson, a multifaceted creative force, was born on February 27, 1966, in the vibrant city of Reykjavik, Iceland. As an actor, he has made a name for himself in the world of theater and film, with a career spanning decades.
Born to a Spanish painter father, Baltasar Samper, he has inherited his creative genes. His son, Baltasar Breki Samper, is also an actor, carrying on the family tradition.
Kormákur's impressive body of work includes films such as 101 Reykjavík, The Sea, A Little Trip to Heaven, Contraband, 2 Guns, Everest, and the critically acclaimed Katla series.
His remarkable film, Jar City, earned him the prestigious Crystal Globe award at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in 2007. This recognition marked a significant milestone in his career.
In 2011, it was announced that Kormákur would be directing the drama film Rocketman alongside Dagur Kári. The production was highly anticipated, and fans eagerly awaited its release.
Kormákur's 2012 film, The Deep, was selected as the Icelandic entry for the Best Foreign Language Oscar at the 85th Academy Awards, making the January shortlist. This achievement cemented his status as a respected filmmaker.
In 2013, it was announced that Kormákur would be producing the film The Deep, alongside his partner Agnes Johansen. Denmark's Nimbus Film would co-produce the film, which was expected to be released in 2015.
Kormákur's next project was the crime-thriller The Oath, based on a script by actor Ólafur Egilsson. The film was highly anticipated, and fans eagerly awaited its release.
In 2020, Kormákur began production on the Netflix science fiction series Katla, which marked a new chapter in his illustrious career. With his extensive experience in the film industry, Kormákur is undoubtedly a creative force to be reckoned with.
