Biography
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
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Movies 8
Director 6
self 1
Himself

Pula Confidential (2003)
Movie
Dramaturgy

The Secret of an Old Attic (1984)
Movie
Director

Train in the Snow (1976)
Movie
Assistant Director

The Seventh Continent (1966)
Movie
First Assistant Director

A Star Travels South (1964)
Movie
Director

The Dangerous Journey (1963)
Movie
Second Unit Director

Son of Samson (1960)
Movie
Director

Point 905 (1960)
Movie
Information
Known For
Directing
Gender
Male
Birthday
1922-08-29
Deathday
2006-08-01 (83 years old)
Birth Place
Šibenik, Croatia
Awards
Vladimir Nazor Award
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