Directing
Bořivoj Zeman
CS, PL, SK cinema · 27 credits
Born
6 March 1912
Died
23 December 1991 (aged 79)
Birthplace
Prague, Bohemia, Austria-Hungary [now Czech Republic]
Also known as Борживой Земан
Bořivoj Zeman was a Czech film director and screenwriter, celebrated for his contributions to Czech cinema, particularly in the comedy and fairy tale genres. Originally a clerk by profession, he began his career by writing short film scripts for himself. Zeman directed several notable films, including The Proud Princess (1952), Holiday with Angel (1952), and The Incredibly Sad Princess (1968). His films are known for their humor, charm, and imaginative storytelling, contributing significantly to the cultural landscape of Czech cinema. Zeman's work continues to be celebrated for its enduring appeal and influence on the genre.
Known for
Filmography
Almost King
Director, Screenplay, Story
Women Offside
Story, Director
The Terribly Sad Princess
Director, Screenplay, Story
Nastupte, prosím!
1960
Nastupte, prosím!
Story, Screenplay, Director
The Young Lady from the Riverside
Director, Screenplay
Páté kolo u vozu
Story, Director, Screenplay, Screenstory
Once Upon a Time, There Was a King...
Story, Director, Screenplay
Holiday with Angel
Screenplay, Director
The Proud Princess
Screenplay, Director
Pan Novák
Director, Screenplay
A Dead Man among the Living
Director, Screenplay
Nevíte o bytě?
Screenplay, Director
13th district
First Assistant Director
Malá historie
1946
Malá historie
Director, Story, Screenplay
Kdo je vinen?
1946
Kdo je vinen?
Screenplay, Director
A Christmas Dream
Director, Story, Screenplay
Tři knoflíky
1945
Tři knoflíky
Story, Screenplay, Director
Všední událost
1943
Všední událost
Director, Screenplay
Nejvýnosnější prodej
1942
Nejvýnosnější prodej
Director, Screenplay