Jaromír Kallista
ProductionAbout Jaromír Kallista
Jaromír Kallista was born on December 18, 1939 in Prague. As a production graduate of Prague Film Academy (1959-1964), he worked at Barrandov Studios until 1970, when he decided to operate outside the state system as an independent film-maker. In this period he worked on the production unit for a number of feature films by Evald Schorm and Antonín Máša, as well as several documentaries. From 1973 to 1988 he was head of production at the Laterna Magica. Since 1989 he has taught at FAMU (Prague Film Academy). In 1983, together with Jan Švankmajer, he formed an independent film production company that, in 1992, became a legal entity with the creation of ATHANOR Ltd.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jaromír Kallista reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 4 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Jaromír Kallista's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jaromír Kallista remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Food, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jaromír Kallista Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jaromír Kallista's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jaromír Kallista.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Kouzelný kopec | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Engi – Sound Designer Ivo Špalj | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Food | Waiter | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Corpus delicti | - | Flop | Similar → |
Jaromír Kallista - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jaromír Kallista?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jaromír Kallista is "Food" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Jaromír Kallista acted in?
Jaromír Kallista has been featured in at least 4 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jaromír Kallista?
Other notable films include "Engi – Sound Designer Ivo Špalj", "Corpus delicti", and "Kouzelný kopec".