Marijan Vajda

Director

Born: January 1, 1920 (77 years old)

Died: January 1, 1997

Place of birth: Zagreb

Biography

Marijan Vajda was a writer and director born in Yugoslavia who directed many movies and short 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 (2)