7.9
Movie
Directing
Mate Relja
- Born
- Died
- (aged 83)
- Birthplace
- Sibenik, Yugoslavia, [now Croatia]
- Credits
- 9 titles
Biography
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.
Signature work
Known For
Acting credits 1
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Pula Confidential Film | Himself |
Crew credits 8
| Year | Title | Job |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Challenge Film | Director |
| 1984 | The Secret of an Old Attic Film | Dramaturgy |
| 1976 | Train in the Snow Film | Director, Writer |
| 1966 | The Seventh Continent Film | Assistant Director |
| 1964 | A Star Travels South Film | First Assistant Director |
| 1963 | The Dangerous Journey Film | Director |
| 1960 | Son of Samson Film | Second Unit Director |
| 1960 | Point 905 Film | Director |