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Mate Relja

Born August 29, 1922 in Sibenik, Yugoslavia, [now Croatia]Died August 1, 20064 films

Mate Relja was a Croatian film director, screenwriter, and actor. He is best known for directing Vlak u snijegu (Train in the Snow, 1976), a beloved children's film based on the novel by Mato Lovrak. The film has become a classic in Croatian cinema, cherished for its portrayal of teamwork and perseverance among schoolchildren. Relja's contributions have been instrumental in shaping the landscape of Croatian film.

Filmography

4 films as director
  1. 2024ChallengeDirector
  2. 1976Train in the SnowDirector
  3. 1963The Dangerous JourneyDirector
  4. 1960Point 905Director