Jiří Trnka
DirectingAbout Jiří Trnka
A graduate of Prague's School of Arts and Crafts, in 1936 he created a puppet theater, which was disbanded after the outbreak of WWII. During the war he designed stage sets and illustrated children's books. In 1945 he set up an animation unit with several collaborators at the Prague film studio; they called the unit "Trick Brothers." Trnka specialized in puppet animation, a traditional Czech art form, of which he became the undisputed master. He also created animated cartoons, but it was his puppet animation that made him an internationally recognized artist and the winner of film festival awards at Venice and elsewhere. He wrote the scripts for most of his own films.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jiří Trnka reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 6 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Jiří Trnka'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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jiří Trnka remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Skutečnost Noci svatojánské, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jiří Trnka Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jiří Trnka's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jiří Trnka.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | The Puppet Films of Jiri Trnka | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Jirí Trnka: Puppet Animation Master | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1967 | Jiří Trnka | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Skutečnost Noci svatojánské | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | To jsou Bratři v triku | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | Loutky Jiřího Trnky | - | Flop | Similar → |
Jiří Trnka - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jiří Trnka?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jiří Trnka is "Skutečnost Noci svatojánské" with a rating of 0.0/10.
How many movies has Jiří Trnka acted in?
Jiří Trnka has been featured in at least 6 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jiří Trnka?
Other notable films include "Jiří Trnka", "To jsou Bratři v triku", and "Jirí Trnka: Puppet Animation Master".