Helena Lemańska

Born in Warsaw, Poland on May 15, 1918 — died November 21, 2017 (aged 99)

Helena Lemańska, née Lerman (c. 1919, Warsaw – 21 November 2017, Paris), was a Polish director of Jewish origin, known primarily for her documentaries. From 1950 to 1967, she served as editor-in-chief of the Polish Film Chronicle, before eventually resigning admist growing political tensions. She left Poland in 1969. More information on her filmography can be found on FilmPolski's website.