Czech movie actors died in the year 2004
Here are 2 famous actors from Czech Republic died in 2004:
Karel Kachyňa
Karel Kachyňa (May 1, 1924 Vyškov-March 12, 2004 Říčany) a.k.a. Karel Kachyna or K. Kachyna was a Czech film director, screenwriter and actor. His children are called Karolína Kachyňová and Eliška Nová.
Kachyňa directed more than 30 feature films, including "The Ear", which won the grand prize at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in 1970. He began his career as a screenwriter in the 1950s, and quickly rose to become one of Czechoslovakia's most respected and prolific filmmakers. He often explored themes around family relationships and the political and social realities of life under communist rule. Additionally, Kachyňa acted in a number of films, including his own works. In recognition of his contributions to Czech cinema, he was awarded the Order of Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk in 2001.
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Václav Kotva
Václav Kotva (January 20, 1922 Radnice-November 3, 2004 Prague) also known as V. Kotva was a Czech actor.
He studied at the Prague Conservatory and later became a member of the National Theatre in Prague. He also appeared in numerous films and television shows. One of his most notable performances was in the 1967 film "The Cremator," directed by Juraj Herz. Kotva was considered one of the most talented actors of his generation, known for his powerful stage presence and charisma. He received several awards throughout his career, including the Thalia Award in 1986 for his contributions to Czech theater. Despite his success, Kotva was also known for being a humble and generous person off-screen. He passed away in 2004 at the age of 82.
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