About

Known credits:
4
Birthday:
1906-07-07
Place of birth:
Wien, Austria
Website:
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Anton Karas

Overview

Anton Karl Karas (7 July 1906 – 10 January 1985) was an Austrian zither player and composer, best known for his internationally famous 1948 soundtrack to Carol Reed's The Third Man. His association with the film came about as a result of a chance meeting with its director. The success of the film and the enduring popularity of its theme song changed Karas' life.

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Known for

Acting

1960 The White Horse Inn Actor himself 59
Average
1956 Liebe, Sommer und Musik Actor Zitherspieler 58
Average

Sound

1949 The Third Man Sound Original Music Composer 74
Good
1949 The Third Man Sound Musician 74
Good