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Rita Karin
★ Acting

Rita Karin

1919 – 1993 · Wilno, Wilenskie, Poland [now Vilnius, Lithuania] · Active 1971–1993

Born in Poland, Rita Karin made her mark in American cinema with her role in Matilda (1978), where she brings depth to the film's eccentric world. Known for her poignant performances, she also appeared as Yetta in the opening of Sophie's Choice, further highlighting her range as an actress. Karin's contributions to cult cinema resonate through her ability to embody complex characters, making her work in Matilda a noteworthy addition to the genre.

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Matilda

Matilda

1978 ★ 5.5
as Spectator

A small-time talent agent discovers an amazing boxing kangaroo and figures to use it as his stepping-stone into the big time.

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Filmography

15 credits
1990s 3 credits
1993
The Pickle as Grandmother
Movie ★ 5.0
1991
He Said, She Said as Mrs. Spepk
Movie ★ 5.9
1991
Movie ★ 3.0
1980s 6 credits
1989
Enemies, a Love Story as Mrs. Schreier
Movie ★ 6.2
1989
Chicken Soup as Bea Fisher
TV ★ 7.5
1985
Movie ★ 6.8
1984
TV ★ 6.0
1982
Movie ★ 7.3
1981
Starstruck as Mrs. Reuben
Movie ★ 8.0
1970s 6 credits
1978
The Big Fix as Aunt Sonya
Movie ★ 5.8
1978
Matilda as Spectator
Movie ★ 5.7
1974
Nicky's World as Mrs. Mylonas
Movie ★ 9.0
1972
Up the Sandbox as Mrs. Grossbard (uncredited)
Movie ★ 5.9
1972
TV ★ 6.5
1971
Movie ★ 5.2