Antonín Máša

Personal Info

Known For Writer

Gender Male

Birthday 1935-07-22

Deathday 2001-10-04 (66 years old)

Place of Birth Višňová, Czechoslovakia [now Czech Republic]

Antonín Máša

Biography

Antonín Máša was a Czech screenwriter, director, and playwright, known for his contributions to Czechoslovak New Wave cinema. After studying journalism in Prague, he transitioned into filmmaking, collaborating with notable directors such as Evald Schorm. Máša's work often delved into the complexities of human relationships and societal norms. Notable films include Courage for Every Day (1964), The Return of the Prodigal Son (1967), and The End of a Priest (1969). His films are recognized for their introspective narratives and critical examination of contemporary society, contributing significantly to the cultural landscape of Czech cinema.

Known For

Writer

1994
Spoveď

as Screenplay

1993
Zurvalec

as Screenplay

1986
Návštěvní hodiny

as Screenplay

1985
1985
What's Up Doc?

as Screenplay

1983
Vánoční stromek

as Screenplay

1981
Holiday for a Dog

as Screenplay

1981
1978
1973
Rodeo

as Screenplay

1969
Looking Back

as Story

1969
Looking Back

as Screenplay

1967
1967
Hotel for Strangers

as Screenplay

1966
Searching

as Screenplay

1966
Searching

as Story

1966
People From Caravans

as Screenplay

1965
Courage for Every Day

as Screenplay

1964
A Place in the Crowd

as Screenplay

1963
The Dynamite Watcher

as Screenplay

Director

1991
Byli jsme to my?

as Director

1989
1973
Rodeo

as Director

1969
Looking Back

as Director

1967
1966
Searching

as Director

Crew

1970
Adelheid

as Dramaturgy

1968
1966
Every Young Man

as Dramaturgy

Actor

2009
Golden Sixties

as Self (archive footage)