Barbara Kwiatkowska, a young girl from the picturesque Polish countryside, embarked on an extraordinary journey that would forever change the trajectory of her life. Her remarkable talent and captivating presence caught the attention of the organizers of the prestigious competition, "Piekne dziewczyny na ekrany" ("Pretty Girls on to the Screens"),and she emerged victorious, claiming the coveted title role of "Ewa Bonecka" in the much-anticipated comedy, Eva Wants to Sleep (1958),as the grand prize.
As she delved into the world of filmmaking, Barbara's path crossed with that of the renowned director, Roman Polanski, with whom she would later form a lifelong bond, exchanging vows in a beautiful union.
However, as the 1960s unfolded, Barbara made the bold decision to leave her native Poland behind, opting instead to forge a new identity in the foreign world. In a bold move to simplify her name for international audiences, she adopted the surname Lass, marking the beginning of a new chapter in her life.
