Cinematography: Jirí Safár
The best movies, series, and documentaries with cinematography by Jirí Safár. Explore visually stunning titles that highlight an exceptional filmmaking.
Titles found: 13
The Hand (S)
1965 · Movie · 18 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Jirí Trnka
Synopsis The Hand (S) (1965) is a thought-provoking film that serves as a potent metaphor for the struggles of an artist working under the weight of restrictive censorship. The narrative delves into the challenges faced by a creative individual as they...
7.2
926 votes
7.2
926 votes
The King and the Goblin (S)
1981 · Movie · 9 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Lubomir Benes
Synopsis The King and the Goblin (S) (1981) is a captivating puppet adaptation that draws inspiration from the timeless narrative of King Midas. This enchanting film retells the legendary story with a unique twist, using puppetry to bring the characters and...
7.0
25 votes
7.0
25 votes
Pat & Mat (TV Series)
1976 · Series · 7 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Lubomir Benes
Synopsis Pat & Mat (TV Series) (1976) is a beloved Czech stop-motion animated series that introduces viewers to the comedic misadventures of two skilled handymen, Pat and Mat. The series, brought to life by the creative minds of Lubomír Beneš and...
7.0
37 votes
7.0
37 votes
Punch and Judy (S)
1966 · Movie · 10 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Jan Švankmajer
Synopsis Punch and Judy (S) (1966) presents a unique and dark narrative centered around two puppets, Punch and Joey, who engage in a deadly struggle. The conflict arises over the custody of a live guinea pig, leading to a dramatic and...
6.1
304 votes
6.1
304 votes
Otrantský zámek (S)
1977 · Documentary · 17 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Jan Švankmajer
Cast Milos Frýba · Jaroslav Vozáb
Synopsis Otrantský zámek (S) (1977) is a unique animation/short/mockumentary inspired by Horace Walpole's 1764 novel "The Castle of Otranto," recognized as the first Gothic novel. While the original story unfolds in Otranto, southern Italy, this film by Jan Svankmajer presents a...
6.1
106 votes
6.1
106 votes
Et Cetera (S)
1966 · Movie · 7 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Jan Švankmajer
Synopsis Et Cetera (S) (1966) follows the journey of a tiny, animated character who embarks on a series of adventures to master the use of a whip, a pair of wings, and a house. Through these experiences, the character gains new...
5.5
364 votes
5.5
364 votes
Otýlie a 1580 kanek
1965 · Movie · 10 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Stanislav Látal · Milosh Matsuorek
Synopsis Otýlie a 1580 kanek (1965) is a whimsical tale about a young girl named Otýlie who has an unusual problem: every time she writes something, she ends up covered in ink. Her life takes an unexpected turn when her teacher...
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When the Woman Butts In
1960 · Movie · 80 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Zdenek Podskalský
Cast Miroslav Hornícek · Jana Hlavácová · Vlastimil Brodsky · Jirí Sovák
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Do Not Wake Up the Mammoths
1967 · Movie · 10 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Stanislav Látal · Milosh Matsuorek
Synopsis Do Not Wake Up the Mammoths (1967) is a whimsical modern fairy-tale that follows the escapades of a group of boys who inadvertently awaken a mammoth in their school's biology classroom. The boys embark on a series of thrilling adventures...
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How to Obtain a Good Child
1965 · Movie · 10 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Stanislav Látal · Milosh Matsuorek
Synopsis How to Obtain a Good Child (1965) is a satirical cinematic experience that uses a lecture by an eccentric academic to explore the escalating defiance of children. The film advocates for safeguarding against unruly children and aims to shield the...
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Cecilie 470 (S)
1961 · Movie · 10 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Jan Karpas
Cast Stella Zázvorková
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Kouzelný dedecek (S)
1975 · Movie · 8 min. · Czechoslovakia
Direction Lubomir Benes
Cast Milos Kopecký
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