Hermína Týrlová
Czechoslovakian animator and director
Born
December 11th, 1900
124 years ago
Died
1993
32 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Czechoslovakia
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An influential figure in Czechoslovakian animation, contributed significantly to the development of animated film during the mid-20th century. Studied at the College of Applied Arts in Prague and later became a prominent innovator in the art of stop-motion animation. Directed numerous short films, combining traditional animation techniques with puppet animation. Created memorable works, including 'The Little House' and 'The Christmas Carol'. Týrlová's films often featured whimsical storytelling paired with intricate visual styles, appealing to both children and adults.
Directed 'The Little House'
Created 'The Christmas Carol'
Pioneered stop-motion animation techniques
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