Personal Info
Birth date
1930-02-14 (95 Years)
Day of death
2017-04-07
Gender
Male
Known for
Acting
Place of birth
Zagreb, Croatia, Yugoslavia
Also known as
Relja Basic
Реля Башич
Relia Basick
Relja Bašić
Biography
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Relja Bašić (14 February 1930 – 7 April 2017) was a Croatian actor, one of the most prolific and versatile Croatian actors with a career which lasted for more than half a century. He first appeared on screen in 1954 classic film Koncert. Through the decades, he played many different roles in many different films, often in international co-productions. He never became a star, but remained one of the most recognisable and dependable character actors. His specialty were the roles of suave aristocratic villains, especially in historic films dealing with World War II, but his best remembered role is Mr. Fulir in 1970 cult musical comedy Tko pjeva zlo ne misli. In the 1990s, Relja Bašić was an enthusiastic supporter of the Croatian Social Liberal Party. During 1992 parliamentary elections he appeared as that party's candidate in one of Zagreb constituencies. He lost that race to Nedjeljko Mihanović of HDZ in controversial circumstances. A few months later, on elections for upper House of Croatian Parliament, he won the seat representing City of Zagreb. Relja Bašić also acts as a UNESCO Artist for Peace. Bašić, several years earlier from his death, suffered from a femur fracture and as a result it restrained his movement. Bašić died on 7 April 2017 in Zagreb, Croatia. Description above from the Wikipedia article Relja Bašić, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Filmography
Scene of the Crime
6.1
Overview:
Tatort is a long-running German/Austrian/Swiss, crime television series set in various parts of these countries. The show is broadcast on the channels of ARD in Germany, ORF in Austria and SF1 in Switzerland.Captain America
4.49
Overview:
During World War II, a brave, patriotic American Soldier undergoes experiments to become a new supersoldier, "Captain America". Racing to Germany to sabotage the rockets of Nazi baddie "Red Skull", Captain America winds up frozen until the 1990s. He reawakens to find that the Red Skull has changed identities and is now planning to kidnap the President of the United States.Memed My Hawk
5
Overview:
In 1920s Turkey, a young peasant is smitten with a beautiful young girl, who has been promised in marriage to the fat, dullard cousin of the province's powerful and corrupt governor. When an assassination attempt is made against the official, the young man flees his village and joins up with a group of outlaws fighting against the wealthy and powerful landowners who control the lives of the locals and make life miserable for them. The outlaws' successes prompt the governor to call in the Turkish army to capture or kill them.Mademoiselle de Maupin
6
Overview:
Mademoiselle de Maupin escapes from her uncle's castle, invaded by Hungarian troops, under the guise of a clergyman named Theodore. An army recruiter forces Theodore to enlist in the King's army, and not even the religious robe is an insurance against it. Theodore is assigned to be aide-de-camp to Alcibiade, a man as virile in combat, as he seems troubled for the figure of his aid. D'Albert, an aristocrat, will expose Theodore's true sex, and after a number of confusing, comedy situations, Alcibiade will appease his troubled feelings.The 5th Day of Peace
5.2
Overview:
Based on a true story. Near the end of World War II, two German deserters are put in an Allied POW camp. When a rigid and militaristic German colonel learns about their desertion, he wants them court-martialed, even if the war is over. The uninterested Allied officers oblige him, and the two men face the firing squad on "the fifth day of peace".Sign of the Gladiator
4.7
Overview:
Zenobia, Queen of Palmira, revolts against Rome and defeats the Roman troops, but she makes a big mistake when she falls in love with enemy officer Marco Valerio.Journey to Vucjak
7
Overview:
With WWI finally ending in 1918, Croatian journalist Kresimir Horvat travels from Zagreb to his village of Vucjak in Zagorje and becomes a witness of history as Austria-Hungarian Empire dissolves.Short Night of Glass Dolls
6.692
Overview:
An American journalist in Prague searches for his girlfriend who has suddenly disappeared.Hey Babu Riba
5.5
Overview:
In 1985, four middle-aged Yugoslav emigres return to Belgrade for the funeral of Mariana, their beautiful compatriot. They called her Esther, for Esther Williams, she was the coxswain for their four-man rowing team, and they each loved her. They'd last seen her in 1953, when they rowed her across the Adriatic, pregnant, to join her exiled father in Italy. In flashbacks we learn the story of their youthful baptism into sex, smoking, rock and roll (Hey Ba-ba-re-bop), Hollywood and Swedish films, blue jeans on the black market, and their rivalry with Ristic, the Communist Party youth leader for whom they had instant antipathy.The Bridge
6.882
Overview:
In order to check the German offensive, Partizans send an elite team of explosive experts to blow up a strategically important bridge. Besides being heavily guarded, that bridge is almost indestructible and the only man who knows weak spots in the construction is the architect who built it. He is, however, reluctant to cooperate because he doesn't want to see his masterpiece destroyed.The Pope Must Die
4.891
Overview:
A less-than-qualified and far-from-perfect priest is mistakenly named the new pope. As the pontiff, he must deal with Vatican corruption, the Mob and the reappearance of his old lover.The Battle of Sutjeska
6.3
Overview:
The headquarters of the Marshal Tito's Liberation Army are surrounded by Axis forces. The Partisans have no choice but to fight their way out of the encirclement and face the enemy on the plains of Sutjeska.Ours and Yours
NYR
Overview:
While expecting their child, a student couple announce to their parents that they will marry. Both sets of parents are against it, but when the proposal takes place, the things take unexpected turn.Walter Defends Sarajevo
7
Overview:
Sarajevo 1944. The German armies desperately need fuel in the retreat. Walter, the enigmatic and charismatic leader of the resistance movement, can endanger their supplies. The Germans are taking a cunning plan to remove that obstacle.Little Mother
3.7
Overview:
Marina Pinares, the wife of the president of a South American country, insists on being his vice-presidential running mate in the next election. She's no stranger to assassination to get what she wants, so some suspect she'll kill her own husband after the election to become president. In a series of flashbacks we see her rise to power: a party girl willing to sacrifice a friend's virtue to gain favor; the lover of a soldier she later tortures; the mistress of the military man she soon marries.Inspector Vinko
NYR
Overview:
Inspector Vinko is a comedy miniseries starring Ivica Vidović, Zoja Odak and Mustafa Nadarević.Part-Time Work
6
Overview:
A comedy of everyday life problems of a "temporary" teacher who leads a very "temporary" life. For ten years, he temporarily lives with his married sister in a cramped, one-room apartment in which, his brother's-in-law sister also temporarily lives. He has a diploma, but not a steady job. He's a school teacher for a definite period of time with a "temporary" status. At the mean time, a boy who lives alone with his mother goes to the same school. He wants to have a father by his own choice, not his mother's. It seems that the teacher suits most of the boy's idea of a father. And the boy gains what he always wants.Togetherness
3
Overview:
Nina, a gorgeous blonde communist, attracts the attention of two wealthy bon vivants. Prince Solomon and Jack attempt to impress the young woman and win out over their rival, surrounded by the stunning scenery of Greece.Lapitch the Little Shoemaker
5.3
Overview:
Fed up with the harsh treatment his master has given him, a brave little mouse (and later his dog, Brewster) sets off on an adventure.One Song a Day Takes Mischief Away
6.4
Overview:
Set in pre-World War II Zagreb, the story is seen through the eyes of 6-year-old Perica Šafranek (played by Tomislav Žganec). A dandy from Zagreb, Mr Fulir (played by Relja Bašić), starts flirting with Perica's mother during a family picnic. At first, Perica's father doesn't notice anything, but wants to marry off Perica's aunt, so he invites the man to their residence. After multiple rendezvous, Perica's father becomes aware of Fulir's attempts to seduce his wife.Unconquered City
NYR
Overview:
In April 1941 Germans occupied Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, and installed a Quisling government. This series, partly based on true events and persons and partly on fiction, covers the activities of the Resistance movement, led by Communists.Michael Kohlhaas - The Rebel
5.8
Overview:
In medieval times, a horse merchant is forced by a noble to leave part of his stock as payment for crossing his land. Upon returning, he finds his horses near death, and when the noble refuses to compensate him, the merchant fights unsuccessfully against the injustice.The Man Who Could Tell North from the South
NYR
Overview:
The plot takes place in pre-war Yugoslavia, and the protagonist, interpreted by Zvonko Lepetic, is Jefto, a prison guard who lives with his family as a tenant in a basement. The plot shows how, convinced that he is destined for great things, he betrays his family, a friend and subordinates everything to his vanity.My Part-Time Dad
6
Overview:
The new misadventures of single mother Svetlana, her 12 year old son and (still) part-time worker Siniša. Siniša's plans to marry Svetlana are ruined when her ex-husband comes back from Germany, persuading her to start their new life together.Almost a Hero
3
Overview:
Towards the end of World War II, the fictitious French mountain village of Molinette is occupied by German troops. Because of sleep aid, served by his French girlfriend Hélène, the German corporal Karl Küppers misses the departure of his company to Russia. With the help of the purposeful Frenchwoman he becomes Ortskommandant.Black Birds
5
Overview:
WW2 story about group of prisoners who are trying to escape the death camp, run by local pro-Nazi militia.Just Another Secret
NYR
Overview:
An American intelligence agent uncovers a plot to assassinate Soviet Premier Gorbachev just at the time when glasnost is coming into place.Operation Cross Eagles
5.2
Overview:
War - In this thrilling war drama set in Yugoslavia during WWII, a small band of courageous commandoes are sent to kidnap an important German commander in exchange for an American general being held in a German fortress. "Operation Cross Eagles" is a story of suspense and intrigue that will have you on the edge of your seat one moment and blast you back the next. - Richard Conte, Rory Calhoun, Aili KingActing
2017Syndrome Halla, the Inception of Croatian Professional Film – Born to Die as Himself (archive footage)
2006Libertas as Španjolski konzul
2005The Other Side of Welles as Self
2003Going Home as Unknown
2003Below the Line as Antun Požgaj
2003Pula Confidential as Himself
2000Ours and Yours (16 Episodes) as Stric Miško
1998Transatlantic as Unknown
1998The Canyon of Dangerous Games as Karl Stolzer
1997Lapitch the Little Shoemaker as Crni štakor (voice)
1997A Rifle for Sleeping as Šef policije
1991The Pope Must Die as Alberto
1990Captain America as Industrialist
1990Countess Dora as Kršnjavi
1990A Summer to Remember as Grof
1989Just Another Secret as (uncredited)
1989The Man Who Could Tell North from the South as Upravnik zatvora
1988Tender Infidelities as Unknown
1988The Experiment of Professor Hincic as Ambroz Štrkulj
1988The Orchid Villa as Unknown
1988Honor Bound as Unknown
1988The Way Steel Was Tempered as Mišel
1987The Magic Snowman as Capt. Longbrau
1987According to Pontius Pilate as Sacerdote Anna
1986Journey to Vucjak (15 Episodes) as Jurica Mazur
1985Hey Babu Riba as Glen (stariji)
1985Suicider as Unknown
1985Anticasanova as Mirkov šef
1985Premeditated Love Letters as Primarijus
1985Drei und eine halbe Portion as Gonzales
1984Inspector Vinko (8 Episodes) as Tajnik Žmegač
1984Early Frost in Munich as Davor
1984Memed My Hawk as Mad Durdu
1984Bis später - ich muss mich erschiessen as Aristarch
1983A Hole in the Windshield as Tommasini
1983In the Camp as Nadliječnik doktor Altmann
1982Cyclops as Atma
1982Unconquered City (14 Episodes) as Gazda Milan
1982My Part-Time Dad as Željko Gospodnetić
1981High Voltage as Jurčec
1980The Woman from Sarajevo as Unknown
1980Part-Time Work as Željko Gospodnetić
1979Slow Motion as Bruno
1978The Call to Spring as Hauptman
1978Violet as Zdenko
1976The Rat Savior as Izbavitelj / Gradonačelnik
1975The House as Arhitekt
1974Walter Defends Sarajevo (1 Episode) as Obersturmführer, vođa ubačene grupe
1974Blacklist as Džordž Vaj
1974Deps as Pijanac
1973Freckled Girl as Mirando
1973The Battle of Sutjeska as Captain Stewart
1973You Get It, Man as Grof
1973Little Mother as Unknown
1972The Curse of a Faithful Wife as Unknown
1972Walter Defends Sarajevo as Obersturmführer - vođa ubačene grupe
1972The Deer Hunt as Advokat Janjić
1972Tanz auf dem Regenbogen (1 Episode) as Veit Gregor
1971Short Night of Glass Dolls as Ivan
1970Scene of the Crime (1 Episode) as Brossberg
1970My Dear Benefactors as Feri
1970One Song a Day Takes Mischief Away as Gospon Fulir
1970Togetherness as Mr. J.C. (uncredited)
1970The 5th Day of Peace as George Romney
1970The Gamblers as Yakov
1970The Way to Paradise as Kristian Pendrekovski
1969Wild Angels as Hotelski animator
1969Sunday as Kućevlasnik
1969Michael Kohlhaas - The Rebel as Nagel
1969Funeral Feast as Carlo Gasparone
1969The Bridge as Sova
1968Adriatic Sea of Fire as Captain Popovitch
1968I Have Two Mothers and Two Fathers as Prvi tata
1968Operation Cross Eagles as Admiral Von Vogels
1968Tramp or the Only and Incomparable Lenny Jacobsen as Smith
1967Almost a Hero as Unknown
1967Send a Man at Half Past One as Inspektor
1967Black Birds as Unknown
1967Hassan-Aga's Wife as Imotski kadija
1966Rondo as Feđa
1966Wet Skin as Unknown
1966Mademoiselle de Maupin as Officer (uncredited)
1965The Key as Gost u hotelu
1965Man of the World as Gastarbajter - Hrvat
1963Mit Karl May im Orient (7 Episodes) as Abu Seif
1963The Wedding of Mr. Marzipan as Unknown
1962The Iron Captain as Unknown
1961The Taste of Violence as Commandante
1961The Seven Revenges as Ostop
1959Sign of the Gladiator as Soldier (uncredited)
1957I'll Be Back as Svedok na sudu
1957Sand, Love and Salt as Innkeeper
1956The Siege as Adam
1955Millions on the Island as Žuti / Štakor
1954The Concert as Bartol