Jiří Trnka

About

Jiří Trnka (1912–1969) was a Czech animator, puppeteer, illustrator and visual artist, widely regarded as the founder of Czech puppet animation. His films, including Špalíček, Bajaja and The Hand, earned him international acclaim and influenced generations of animators worldwide. He was also a celebrated illustrator of children's books.

Upcoming · 1

Old Czech Legends

Mon 21.9. 18:00 in 6 days Kino Ponrepo, Prague

A film about Czech legends and folk tales screening at Kino Ponrepo. Discover traditional stories from Czech cultural heritage.

cinema

Past · 1

Večerníček 60 Years – A Fairy-Tale Exhibition in Brno

Fri 13.2. – Sun 17.5. (94 days) Czech Television in cooperation with Brno Exhibition Centre, Brno

An exhibition celebrating 60 years of Večerníček features 48 fairy tales, original sets, and interactive activities. Visitors can perform puppet theatre, try dubbing, and discover Czech animation from Jiří Trnka to contemporary creators.

exhibition

← Back to home

🎬 Jiří Trnka

About

Upcoming · 1

Old Czech Legends

Večerníček 60 Years – A Fairy-Tale Exhibition in Brno

Jiří Trnka